Globe Telecom Amplifies Efforts Against Online Child Exploitation
In a decisive move to protect children online, Globe Telecom Inc. has significantly increased its efforts against online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC) by blocking a record number of child pornography sites in 2023.
The telecom giant reported a substantial increase in site restrictions, marking a key milestone in its ongoing commitment to creating a safer digital environment for children.
- Substantial Increase in Blocked Sites: Globe blocked 489,849 child pornography sites in 2023, a 22% increase from 2022.
- Enhanced Content Blocking: URLs and domains hosting lewd content significantly disabled.
- Comprehensive Strategy: Multi-pronged approach including content filtering, awareness campaigns, and collaboration.
Globe’s Proactive Measures
Anton Bonifacio, Globe’s Chief Information Security Officer, stresses the company’s approach:
We believe that a safer digital environment for our children requires a multi-pronged approach. Beyond blocking harmful content, we want to foster a culture of vigilance, awareness, and collaboration to protect the most vulnerable members of our society from the pervasive threats that lurk online.
Blocking Statistics
- URLs and Domains Disabled: Significant increase in the number of blocked URLs and domains compared to the previous year.
- Investment in Safety Technologies: $2.7 million investment in content filtering systems to enhance site-blocking capabilities.
Collaborative Efforts
- #MakeITSafePH Campaign: Aligning with the Anti-Child Pornography Act of 2009 to deploy preventive technologies.
- Global Concern: Acknowledging the Philippines as a leading source of OSAEC content, underscoring the need for sustained efforts.
Market Response
- Positive Share Price Movement: Globe’s share price noted to have increased following these initiatives.
Globe Telecom’s significant action in blocking nearly half a million child pornography sites in 2023 demonstrates its unwavering commitment to combating online child exploitation.
By combining technology, awareness, and collaboration, Globe is at the forefront of creating a safer online space for children.