Globe, Smart, PLDT to block sites that stream school shootings, violent content, among others
Major Philippine telecommunication companies, Globe Telecom, PLDT Inc., and Smart Communications, announced they will block websites streaming school shootings and other extreme violent content. This decision follows the recent Zamboanga school shooting where the incident was livestreamed, aiming to protect children and communities from harmful online content.
Why it matters
This action by major ISPs reflects a growing industry response to online violence, setting a precedent for how telecommunication companies might regulate content to ensure online safety, particularly for vulnerable populations like children.
Manila Bulletin - Globe, Smart, PLDT to block sites that stream school shootings, violent content, among others
Globe, Smart, PLDT to block sites that stream school shootings, violent content, among others
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