Philippines: Powered by AI – The Philippines’ National AI Strategy Roadmap 2.0
By: Atty. Edsel F. Tupaz, & Danica S. Escobiñas Summary The Philippines’ National AI Strategy Roadmap 2.0, launched by the Department of Trade and Industry, aims to position the country as a regional AI powerhouse by fostering innovation and sustainable economic growth. NAISR 2.0 addresses gaps from its predecessor by incorporating advanced technologies like […]
Philippines: Protecting rights and establishing legal claims – The NPC Guidelines on Personal Data Processing Based on Section 13(f) of the Data Privacy Act
By: Atty. Edsel F. Tupaz, & Julia Unarce November 25, 2024 Summary The NPC Guidelines on Personal Data Processing clarify Section 13(f) of the Data Privacy Act, allowing Personal Information Controllers to process sensitive personal data for protecting lawful rights and interests in court proceedings or establishing legal claims. The guidelines emphasize the necessity […]
Philippines: NEDA’s Policy Note on AI in light of current AI rules and policies
By: Atty. Edsel F. Tupaz, Atty. Gabriel G. Tabeta, & Danica S. Escobiñas March 25, 2025 Summary The Philippine National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) released a Policy Note on Artificial Intelligence, highlighting the country’s lag in AI governance compared to neighboring Southeast Asian nations and suggesting alignment with advanced jurisdictions like the EU […]
Philippines: Privacy enhancing technologies and the Philippine National Privacy Commission – Insurance Commission Joint Advisory
By: Atty. Edsel F. Tupaz & Atty. Gabriel G. Tabeta May 16, 2025 Summary The Philippines National Privacy Commission’s Advisory on Child-Oriented Transparency addresses the vulnerabilities of children in digital environments, emphasizing the importance of transparency in data processing. It mandates age-appropriate privacy notices and Child Privacy Impact Assessments for products or services likely […]
Philippines: Updated rules on CCTV systems
By: Atty. Edsel F. Tupaz & Atty. Luis Teodoro B. Pascua Summary NPC Circular No. 2024-02 updates guidelines on CCTV systems, emphasizing transparency, legitimate purpose, proportionality, accountability, and security measures. It requires PICs and PIPs to conduct regular privacy assessments, establish clear policies on footage retention, access requests, and data breach handling. The Circular excludes […]
Philippines – Cookies & Similar Technologies
September 2024 1. GOVERNING TEXTS 1.1. Legislation Not applicable. 1.2. Regulatory Authority Guidance The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has not issued any circulars or regulations specifically on the use of cookies or similar technologies. However, the NPC is aiming to release rules governing tracking via cookies this year, in 2024. Though the NPC has not […]