Telcos to block sites streaming school shootings, violent content
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Globe, Smart, PLDT to block sites that stream school shootings, violent content, among others
Globe Telecom, PLDT Inc., and its wireless unit, Smart Communications, are set to block websites that show school shootings and other acts of extreme violence. This follows the Zamboanga school shooting on Aug. 18, 2026, which left two students dead and in which the shooter livestreamed the incident.In a statement, PLDT said this is part of its broader commitment to keeping its networks safe, especially for children and young people exposed to h…
Globe to block online content depicting school shootings, extreme violence
Globe Telecom announced that it will block access to online content depicting school shootings and other acts of extreme violence as part their efforts to protect children and minors.The move comes amid recent school shooting incidents in the Philippines involving minors carrying firearms on school premises.The telecommunications provider said proactive blocking has long been a pillar of its online safety strategy. In 2025, Globe blocked 438,446…
Globe joins industry push, shuts down violent platforms
Globe reveals that the company is supporting efforts to restrict access to online content depicting school shootings and other violent acts.Globe BGC TowerGlobe is blocking hundreds more sites hosting gore and extreme violenceIn particular, Globe is blocking hundreds more sites hosting gore and extreme violence, in line with recent government orders.The move comes amid growing concern over children and young people's exposure to harmful material…
Globe is committed to preventing access to online content that depicts or incites school shootings and other forms of violence, especially to protect children and youth. Globe says it has long been implementing proactive network-level blocking as part of its online safety efforts. In 2025, the company blocked 438,446 domains and URLs containing child sexual abuse and exploitation materials, while investing more than US$2.7 million in advanced co…
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