Category: InternetPH

Events InternetPH Press Releases

Celebrating 30 Years of Internet Freedom in the Philippines

Mozilla Philippines
Today marks a significant milestone in the history of the Philippines — the 30th anniversary of the Internet in our beloved nation. Three decades ago, the Philippines took its first steps into the boundless realm of cyberspace, embarking on a journey that would revolutionize communication, commerce, and connectivity for generations to come. As members of the Mozilla Philippines Community (MozillaPH), we celebrate this momentous occasion with pride and reflection. Over the past three decades, the Internet has woven itself into… Read the rest
InternetPH

Request for Comments on the Proposed Internet Transactions Act of 2023 – Implementing Rules & Regulations

Mozilla Philippines
Mabuhay, Pinoy Mozillians! As advocates for an open and accessible internet, we must stay informed and engaged in matters that impact the digital landscape in the Philippines. One such significant development is the proposed Internet Transactions Act of 2023 and its Implementing Rules & Regulations (IRR) released by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) this week. In line with Mozilla’s mission to ensure the internet remains a global public resource, we invite you to actively participate in reviewing and… Read the rest
Community InternetPH Press Releases

MozillaPH Statement of Support to the Proposed Open Access in Internet Services Act

Robert "Bob" Reyes
As a community of passionate advocates for an open and accessible internet, the Mozilla Philippines Community (MozillaPH) firmly believes that the passage of the legislation of the Open Access in Internet Services Act will play a pivotal role in shaping a fair and inclusive digital future for all Filipinos. The proposed legislation represents a significant step towards ensuring that every Filipino can fully exercise their rights to access and participate in the digital sphere. By promoting the principles of net… Read the rest
Community InternetPH

Call for Comments: Internet Transactions Act & Anti-Phishing Law bills at the Senate

Robert "Bob" Reyes
As part of Mozilla’s mission to ensure the Internet remains a global public resource, open and accessible to all; an Internet that truly puts people first, we are calling for your valuable comments and suggestions for the Mozilla Philippines Community (MozillaPH) to come up with a position paper on the following bills currently filed with the Senate of the Philippines: Internet Transactions Act (Senate Bill No. 154) Anti-Phishing Law (Senate Bill No. 225) As a tech community, we are opening… Read the rest
Community InternetPH News Privacy

MozillaPH Urges President Duterte to Veto the SIM Card Registration Act

Robert "Bob" Reyes
On 02 February 2022, the Philippine House of Representatives and Senate of the Philippines ratified the SIM Card Registration Act aimed for end-users to be accountable for their usage of mobile communications by mandating SIM Card registration — according to the proposed legislation. After several internal discussions between the Mozilla Philippines Community (MozillaPH) and the Global Public Policy team at Mozilla, last 05 April 2022, our colleague Udbhav Tiwari, Mozilla Senior Manager – Global Public Policy, posted this article on… Read the rest
InternetPH

MozillaPH Asks Senator Nancy Binay to Act on the Open Access in Data Transmission Bill Fast

Mozilla Philippines
Last 30 July 2021, more than a month ago, we sent the following letter via email to Philippine Senator Nancy Binay: In the letter, we stated our support for the passing of the Open Access in Data Transmission Bill a year ago. The said bill aims at establishing a forward-looking and future-ready digital policy framework for the Philippines. In the same letter, we reiterated our stand and belief that the ratification of the said bill will give Filipinos an equal… Read the rest