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A major privacy incident involving PowerSchool has once again highlighted how vulnerable student data can be and why cybersecurity in the education sector can no longer be treated as an afterthought. The recent investigation by Alberta’s privacy commissioner revealed that last year’s breach exposed an alarming amount of sensitive personal information belonging to students, educators, and parents across dozens of school boards. Names, birthdates, social security numbers, acade

As Black Friday and Cyber Monday draw near, excitement for big deals is rising but so is the risk of online scams. Security experts are sounding the alarm that this year’s holiday season may be one of the most dangerous yet for digital shoppers. Fraudulent ads, fake online stores, and AI-generated scams are multiplying at a pace never seen before, creating a perfect storm for unsuspecting consumers. According to cybersecurity specialists, malicious advertisements are now floo

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has announced a major milestone for the country’s financial infrastructure: by 2026, the Philippine Payment and Settlement System (PhilPaSS) Plus will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week . This shift marks a significant step toward a truly real-time, always-on payments ecosystem one that supports instant domestic transfers, connects with foreign payment networks, and enables services such as same-day settlement of bond trades, conti

The retail industry is under siege. As digital innovation accelerates and consumer expectations evolve, retailers are facing an unprecedented surge in cyber threats that test their resilience, trust, and adaptability. Recent studies reveal a sobering reality nearly half of retailers are encountering significantly higher attack volumes, while over a third have suffered a breach in the past year alone. This alarming trend reflects the growing complexity of retail ecosystems. Th

The call for stronger cybersecurity in the Philippines has never been more urgent. With the country’s growing reliance on e-commerce, digital payments, and social media, threat actors are finding more opportunities to exploit weaknesses across public and private systems. Recognizing this, key leaders from both sectors gathered at the second installment of BusinessWorld Insights’ Cybersecurity Series to address one crucial question: How can the nation work together to defend i

The recent cyberattack on the Philippine military, allegedly carried out by a Chinese state-linked Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group, has reignited critical discussions around national cybersecurity and digital sovereignty. This breach reportedly involving sophisticated malware designed to infiltrate sensitive systems serves as a stark reminder that the Philippines remains a prime target for foreign cyber espionage. Experts warn that such incidents go beyond technical di

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) recently issued a public advisory warning of potential Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks expected to occur on November 5. In its announcement, the agency explained that a possible “traffic flood” could disrupt access to various websites and online applications, causing them to slow down or temporarily become unavailable. While the DICT emphasized that DDoS attacks do not directly steal personal data

The recent data breach affecting Dentsu and its subsidiary Merkle serves as yet another reminder that even large, well-established organizations are not immune to cyber threats. The incident, which reportedly exposed sensitive data such as bank and payroll numbers, salaries, National Insurance numbers, and personal contact details, underscores how vulnerable corporate systems can be even in companies with strong reputations and global reach. In an email to employees, Dentsu c

In the financial sector, cybersecurity threats are not just occasional disruptions they’re daily operational challenges. Banks, insurers, and fintech companies face a constant barrage of phishing attempts, ransomware campaigns, and insider risks. For IT and security teams, the sheer volume of alerts and the demand to stay compliant can feel unending. Yet, amid this pressure, artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are transforming how financial institutions defend themsel

The recent emergence of a massive dataset allegedly containing GCash user information on the dark web has reignited concerns about data privacy and cybersecurity in the Philippines. The listing, posted on October 25, 2025, by a user operating under the alias “Oversleep8351,” claims to offer sensitive personal and financial information from G-Xchange, Inc. (GCash) users including verified eKYC (Know Your Customer) data, linked bank accounts, and other personal identifiers. Acc

What started as a failed scam attempt against a manager at the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) turned into a revealing lesson about how fraudsters exploit technology to deceive even the most security-conscious individuals. The incident, though prevented in time, sheds light on the increasingly sophisticated tactics cybercriminals now employ to bypass defenses and steal money from unsuspecting victims. In the incident, scammers sent a convincing email to a BPI channel man

The Philippines is facing a sharp rise in cyber threats, with personal data leaks jumping by an alarming 73% in the third quarter alone compromising the information of over 4.3 million Filipinos. From passwords and financial details to medical records, this surge highlights how vulnerable both individuals and organizations remain in the face of increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks. The spike from 2.5 million to 4.3 million incidents in just one quarter signals not only the

The Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG) has taken a decisive step in bolstering the country’s digital defense through its renewed partnership with GCash and the launch of its new Cybersecurity and Fintech Handbook . This collaboration underscores a growing awareness that cybersecurity is not just a technical challenge but a national priority one that requires continuous learning, cooperation, and innovation. The event also unveiled the Scam Assistance H

The recent cyber breach at Canadian Tire has once again brought cybersecurity to the forefront of corporate priorities, serving as a stark reminder that in today’s digital landscape, waiting to respond is no longer enough. Affecting customers of SportChek, Mark’s/L’Équipeur, and Party City, the breach reignited urgent discussions among cyber experts at the National Insurance Conference of Canada (NICC) about one critical truth companies must transition from passive defense to

Cybersecurity in healthcare has evolved far beyond protecting data it now determines whether hospitals can keep operating and patients can safely receive care. Across Canada, a growing number of cyber incidents have underscored just how fragile healthcare’s digital backbone has become. In October 2023, five hospitals in southwestern Ontario were forced into “Code Grey” after a ransomware attack crippled IT systems and led to the theft of more than half a million patient recor

Canadian manufacturers are pressing forward with digital transformation but with far more caution than before. The 2026 Advanced Manufacturing Outlook Report  shows that while most businesses recognize the potential of Industry 4.0 technologies, many are taking a selective, ROI-driven approach due to ongoing economic volatility, U.S. tariffs, inflation, and cybersecurity risks. According to the survey, 79% of Canadian manufacturers have already implemented Industrial Internet

Scam calls in the Philippines have surged dramatically by over 78 percent in the third quarter of 2025, according to the latest Whoscall Scam Report  by Gogolook. The alarming rise in fraudulent calls, now numbering over 62,000 from July to September, signals a strategic shift in cybercriminal behavior one that could catch even the most cautious consumers off guard. While scam text messages continue to decline due to greater public awareness and government crackdowns, the ris

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The Philippines is facing an unprecedented surge in cyber threats, with attacks targeting both government agencies and private...