Globe intensifies crackdown against child porn, illegal gambling sites

By Komfie Manalo

Globe has shut down 1,718 domains and 190,167 URLs related to child pornography and deactivated 2,726 suspected illegal gambling domains in the first half of this year in an intensified crackdown against child pornography and illicit gambling sites.

The numbers substantially rose from the 1,295 domains and 129,652 URLs related to child pornography and 1,828 illegal gambling sites blocked in the same period in 2023.

"Globe is focused on creating a safer online environment for all, especially children. Our increased efforts to restrict access to harmful content reflect our dedication to upholding the highest online safety standards," said Anton Bonifacio, Globe's chief information security officer and AI officer.

Since the initiation of its #MakeITSafePH campaign in 2017, Globe has actively aligned its initiatives with the Anti-Child Pornography Act of 2009 (Republic Act 9775), which mandates internet service providers (ISPs) to deploy technologies that prevent access to or transmission of child pornography.

Globe's commitment to this cause is further underscored by its investment of over $2.7 million in advanced content filtering systems to enhance its capabilities in detecting and blocking illegal content.

The company also collaborates closely with various organizations, including the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Philippine Chamber of Telecommunications Operators, and non-government organizations, to bolster child protection online.

Globe's proactive measures are crucial in addressing this alarming trend,  highlighted by a study from the US-based National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), which identified the Philippines as a leading source of Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) content.

The company's initiatives are not limited to preventing access to harmful content. Through its #MakeITSafePH campaign, Globe undertakes comprehensive educational programs and awareness activities designed to empower users with the knowledge and tools needed to protect themselves online.

Globe's endeavors aim to foster a culture of digital responsibility and ensure a safer internet experience for all Filipinos.

To learn more about Globe, visit https://www.globe.com.ph/.