Protecta Fintech launched to combat cybercrimes

MANILA, Philippines — The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), JuanHand, Maya and Protecta Pilipinas officially launched Protecta Fintech, an initiative aimed at creating a safer fintech ecosystem in the Philippines.

The launch at the National Cybercrime Hub in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig on Dec. 6 brought together public and private sector leaders to tackle rising cybercrime threats, particularly during the peak holiday season for online transactions.

The event featured a Fireside Chat with sessions covering crucial issues such as protecting against phishing, scams, and identity theft, as well as ensuring regulatory compliance and promoting consumer protection efforts in the online lending industry.

The initiative unites fintech stakeholders, regulators, and law enforcement to combat cybercrime.

“We are proud to introduce Protecta Fintech as a collaborative effort to tackle cybercrime challenges in the fintech industry,” said Francisco Roberto 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,” Mauricio said.

Kristoffer Rada, head of government and regulatory affairs at Maya, 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,” Rada said.

As digital transactions continue to grow, Protecta Fintech underscores the importance of collaboration between government and private sectors to address cybersecurity challenges and promote trust in the fintech ecosystem.

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