Philippines: House of Representatives passed Child Online Safety and Protection Act of 2026 including age verification requirements
Description
House of Representatives passed Child Online Safety and Protection Act of 2026 including age verification requirements
On 26 May 2026, the Child Online Safety and Protection Act of 2026, including age verification requirements, was passed by the House of Representatives. The Act establishes duties for internet intermediaries, technology platforms, payment service pr…
Scope
Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Age verification requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
infrastructure provider: internet and telecom services, digital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies), platform intermediary: user-generated content, software provider: app stores, platform intermediary: other
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
legislature
Government Body
parliament