Internet Scamming

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has released the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) for the Konektadong Pinoy (KP) Act, a move expected to make internet services cheaper, faster, and more accessible nationwide. DICT Secretary Henry Aguda said the government is targeting at least a 40% drop in internet prices by 2026, which could boost the Philippines’ ranking in ASEAN for internet affordability. The new rules aim to simplify permits, speed up registration, and encourage more competition among internet providers, including foreign companies already planning to enter the Philippine market. Currently, basic internet plans cost ₱480 to ₱1,300, while premium packages can reach ₱10,000. Samsung is finally launching a PC version of its popular mobile browser, Samsung Internet, marking its debut on desktop starting October 30. Samsung Internet for PC will also include Galaxy AI features, such as Browsing Assist, which can summarize and translate web pages instantly. Previously, Samsung Internet users needed a Chrome extension to sync bookmarks on desktop. The Samsung Internet beta will be free to download starting October 30 for Windows users running version 10 (build 1809 or later) or Windows 11. Read more in our articles including "SNS makes Online Scamming Much Easier" and "Google Year in Search 2025 for Philippines revealed".