Globe Telecom Inc. reported it has blocked over 3,000 child porn website and domains last year, as it continues efforts to block harmful content online to make the internet safer, especially for the young.
Aligned with the Anti-Child Pornography Act of 2009, which mandates internet service providers to implement technologies that prevent the access to and transmission of child pornography, Globe said it has invested over $2.7 million in advanced content filtering systems.
These investments have improved its ability to detect and block illegal content, helping ensure a better digital environment for all users, Globe added.
“Safer Internet Day serves as a timely reminder of the need to protect children from online exploitation. Our dedication to addressing online child abuse goes beyond blocking harmful sites. It involves a comprehensive approach that includes technological solutions, strong partnerships, and proactive educational programs,” said Irish Krystle Salandanan-Almeida, Globe’s chief privacy officer.
In 2024, Globe blocked 3,096 child pornography domains or those containing child sexual abuse and exploitation materials, a slight increase from 3,047 domains restricted in 2023.
Globe said since launching its #MakeITSafePH campaign in 2017, it is committed to safeguarding Filipino internet users, particularly children, from the dangers of online exploitation.
Its ongoing initiatives are reinforced by its collaboration with key organizations, including the Department of Information and Communications Technology, Department of Justice, Philippine Chamber of Telecommunications Operators, United Nations Children’s Fund and the Internet Watch Foundation, the company noted.
