Smart, NTC collaborate vs use of fake cell towers

Smart Communications Inc., PLDT's wireless unit, is working with the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) to address the use of fake cell towers in perpetuating text scams.

- RICHMOND MERCURIO

The collaboration is meant to curb the exploitation of fake cell towers in fraudulent schemes, to ensure the safety of mobile subscribers.

"Collaborating with industry partners like Smart is key to addressing these threats. We remain focused on identifying and neutralizing schemes that exploit technology to defraud the public," NTC commissioner Ella Blanca Lopez said.