Tag: scam prevention
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CICC and Scam Watch Pilipinas Honored at Global Anti-Scam Awards
MANILA – The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) and Scam Watch Pilipinas have been celebrated as leading forces in the global fight against scams at the 2025 Scam Fighter of the Year Awards, organized by the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA). CICC’s Executive Director, Undersecretary Alexander Ramos, secured the runner-up position for Best Scam Fighting…
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Bureau of Immigration Thwarts Scam Attempt, Captures US Fugitive
In a significant operation at Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 in Pasay City, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) intercepted a 35-year-old Filipino man attempting to travel to Cambodia under dubious conditions. The individual, who initially stated he was en route to Hanoi, Vietnam, on a Cebu Pacific flight, was flagged due to his inconsistent…
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Baguio City Urges Tourists to Use Official Accommodation List to Prevent Scams
Baguio City’s tourism officials are strongly advising visitors to consult the city’s official list of accredited accommodations to safeguard against fraudulent activities. Gladys Vergara, the head of the Baguio Tourism Council, emphasized the importance of using the Baguio Visita website (https://visita.baguio.gov.ph) to find verified places to stay. This initiative comes as part of a broader…
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