#covid-19 fake news

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) has launched "Task Force COVID Kontra Peke," a group tasked with preventing and reporting fake news. Citizens caught peddling fake news could be charged for violating Republic Act 10175 (Anti-Cybercrime Law) or under Section 6 (f) of Republic Act 11469 (Bayanihan to Heal As One Act), whichever is applicable. We cannot take fake news lightly, as it threatens peace and order as well as safety of our society, especially during this time of national emergency," said DICT Assistant Secretary for Digital Philippines, Emmanuel Rey R. Of course, for those who intentionally produce such materials, fake news, you will be liable to the full extent of the law," he added. Those who create and spread fake news about COVID-19 can now be punished with jail time and up to PHP 1 million fine. The PNP also said that the Cybercrime Prevention Act can also be used to prosecute those who spread COVID-19 fake news. The Philippine government has strengthened its efforts against fake news and AI-generated deepfakes, with three key agencies signing a new agreement to improve coordination. The Philippine National Police (PNP) has supported calls for stronger action against fake news and online disinformation, saying it will continue monitoring online platforms and support tighter social media rules. Read more in our articles including "DICT, PNP create task force to fight COVID-19 fake news" and "COVID-19 fake news spreaders to face jail time, PHP 1 million fine".