Seize ties up with DICT to combat cybercrimes

Seize Philippines has partnered with the Division of Data and Communications Expertise (DICT) to assist promote cybersecurity and share methods to fight monetary expertise (fintech) and e-commerce crimes.

In line with Seize Philippines Public Affairs Head Sherielysse Bonifacio, the partnership goals to guard its app customers from cybercrime, noting that tying up with the federal government is an “integral” a part of boosting cybersecurity within the nation.

“Public-private sector collaboration is an integral element of efforts to combat digital crime, which is why Seize is working with businesses such because the DICT to make sure the safety of our platform.”

With the partnership, Seize and the DICT have organized a number of information classes on cybersecurity in fintech and e-commerce.

“With e-commerce within the nation estimated at half a trillion pesos final 12 months, and it being projected to hit a trillion pesos by 2026, it’s crucial for the non-public sector to be proactive in efforts to guard Filipino shoppers who’re doing an increasing number of of their transactions on-line,” Bonifacio stated.

ICT Undersecretary Paul Mercado famous that it was important to extend public consciousness and vigilance in opposition to numerous cybersecurity threats that exist.

ICT Assistant Secretary Jeffrey Dy additionally shared the highlights of the 2023-2028 Nationwide Cybersecurity Plan, which incorporates steps to strengthen the cybersecurity coverage framework, securing and defending Crucial Data Infrastructures, and capacitating the workforce in cybersecurity, amongst others.

Seize Philippines Nation Head Grace Vera Cruz emphasised Seize’s dedication to make sure the security and safety of its platform customers as she identified “the actual and rising risk of cyberattacks on platforms, comparable to phishing and identification theft resulting in fraudulent transactions on e-wallets.”

ICT Secretary Ivan John Uy stated the Philippines should harness the ability of expertise whereas making certain the security and safety of its digital future.

“As we construct a resilient and inclusive digital infrastructure that empowers each Filipino,” stated Uy. “We should additionally safeguard our digital ecosystem from threats and vulnerabilities.”

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