CICC reports 38% decline in cybercrime cases��

The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) said on Thursday that cybercrime reports have decreased by 38% this year, a 6% improvement from cases filed last year.������

“A 38% overall decline in recorded cybercrime cases nationwide, reflecting how sustained coordination across government is translating into real protection for the public,” the agency said.������

The CICC noted that the collective effort across various agencies has contributed to the improvement of cybercrime concerns nationwide. “These results reflect a cybercrime response framework that prioritizes coordination, prevention, and clarity for the public.”������

“Rather than operating as a single enforcement unit, the agency focuses on ensuring that cybercrime responses move as one system, not as isolated efforts,” it added.������

Among the inter-agency responses credited by the agency is the��1326 hotline, a joint project of the CICC, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), National Privacy Commission (NPC), and National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) to help online��scam��victims file a report and receive feedback within 24 hours.������

“These measures help ensure that risks are identified��early,��the public is guided promptly, and the appropriate agencies are mobilized without delay—reducing the chances of harm during critical periods such as the holiday season,” the CICC said.����

“By consolidating information across sectors, the agency helps close response gaps that cybercriminals often exploit—strengthening protection at moments when vigilance matters most,” it added.������

Data from the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) showed that the number of cases had declined to 8,987 this year, compared to the 14,529 cases��reported��in the previous year.����

DICT Secretary Henry Rhoel R. Aguda said in a statement that the decline��indicated��the government’s prioritization of curbing cybercrime in the country and the “growing public confidence” in the government’s response to cybercrimes.������

The top cybercrime cases reported nationwide include online libel, illegal access, computer-related identity theft and fraud, data interference, system interference or hacking, computer-related forgery, misuse of devices, and illegal��interception. —��Almira Louise S. Martinez