CICC, JuanHand, and Maya Unite to Combat Cybercrimes in the Philippines with the Launch of PROTECTA FINTECH

Taguig City, Philippines – December 2, 2024 – As online activities and digital transactions peak during the holiday season, PROTECTA PILIPINAS, in collaboration with the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), JuanHand, and Maya, is taking decisive action to protect Filipinos from growing cyber threats. On December 6, 2024, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, a Fireside Chat at the National Cybercrime Hub in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, will provide practical solutions and launch PROTECTA FINTECH, an initiative aimed at fostering a safe and secure digital financial ecosystem.

Empowering Filipinos Against Cyber Threats During the Holidays

With the holiday season marking a significant surge in digital transactions, Filipinos are more vulnerable than ever to cybercrimes such as phishing, scams, and identity theft. The Fireside Chat will deliver timely and actionable insights to individuals and businesses on how to safeguard themselves against these growing threats.

Key sessions include:

• Session 1: “Cybersecurity 101 this Holiday Season” – Practical strategies to identify and avoid phishing, scams, and identity theft during the holiday rush. Panelists include representatives from the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Department of Justice – Office of Cybercrime, and Maya.
• Session 2: “Cybersecurity in Fintech Lending” – Guidance on recognizing legitimate online lending platforms (OLPs) and updates on regulatory efforts to combat fraud. Panelists include experts from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Credit Information Corporation (CIC), Philippine National Police – Anti-Cybercrime Group, and JuanHand.

The Launch of PROTECTA FINTECH

As a highlight of the event, the launch of PROTECTA FINTECH will unite stakeholders across fintech industries to combat fraud, scams, and unethical practices. This initiative underscores a commitment to creating a fair and secure digital environment.

“We are proud to introduce PROTECTA FINTECH as a collaborative effort to tackle cybercrime challenges in the fintech industry,” said Francisco Roberto “Coco” D.C. Mauricio, Lead Advocate of PROTECTA FINTECH and President and CEO of JuanHand. “By working with both government and private sectors, we are setting the stage for a more secure digital financial ecosystem that supports fairness, innovation, and empowerment for all Filipinos.”

Kristoffer Rada, Maya’s Head of Government and Regulatory Relations, highlighted the collective mission of Protecta Pilipinas: “The fight against cybercrimes demands a united and proactive approach, especially during high-risk periods like the holidays. Protecta Pilipinas serves as a platform to bring together stakeholders from various sectors, enabling us to share resources, expertise, and strategies to combat fraud, data breaches, and other threats. By collaborating, we can build a safer digital environment that protects Filipinos and promotes trust across the fintech ecosystem.”