NPC, nagbabala sa mahilig mag-post ng baby photos online

- The National Privacy Commission cautions parents against joining baby photo contests on social media

- Baby pictures posted online could be misused for online s3xual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC)

- NPC urges parents to protect their children's privacy and digital future by being cautious about what they share

- Once uploaded, images can be downloaded and distributed without consent, potentially ending up on the dark web

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has issued a warning to parents regarding online contests that ask for baby photos in exchange for cash or prizes, 24 Oras reported.

While these posts may appear harmless at first glance, the NPC stressed that they pose serious risks to children's safety and privacy.

According to the NPC, these innocent-looking contests could be used as a gateway for online s3xual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC).

“May nakita ka bang post na nanghihikayat sa parents na mag-comment ng pictures ng kanilang babies kapalit ng pera o premyo? Mukhang harmless, pero delikado!” the agency said in a Facebook post.

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The NPC emphasized that once photos are posted publicly, they can be easily downloaded, misused, or even sold on the dark web without the parents' knowledge or consent.

The agency urged parents to think twice before sharing any personal information or photos of their children online, regardless of the platform or purpose.

“Huwag hayaang maging biktima ang inyong anak! Think before you post. Protektahan natin ang privacy at digital future nila,” the NPC added.

As online platforms continue to be popular spaces for social interaction and marketing, the NPC calls on everyone, especially parents, to be vigilant and responsible when it comes to protecting children’s digital identities.

This warning is part of NPC’s broader effort to raise awareness about online threats and promote safe digital practices for families in the age of social media.

News, photos or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, such could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable to just about simply everyone around.

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Still in Negros Occidental, a 53-year-old woman died and two others were injured after being hit by a pickup truck while jogging in Barangay Tangub, Bacolod City. The incident occurred when the group of women briefly stopped their jog to take photographs, leading to the collision with the vehicle. The pickup truck driver, Fernando Oquina, stated that he did not see the women on the road prior to the collision.

Meanwhile in other news, a barangay chairman in Sta. Maria, Pangasinan died after he was shot but a still unknown gunman. According to the report of Balitanghali of GMA Integrated News, the victim was driving a tricycle. A man at the roadside then signaled for him to stop, and when he did, he was shot by the perpetrator. The gunman immediately fled the scene, but authorities already have a person of interest.

Source: KAMI.com.gh