Philippine Police Chief Orders Crackdown on Abusive Online Lending Apps

Philippine National Police chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. has directed the Anti-Cybercrime Group to investigate and shut down online lending apps harassing borrowers and violating data privacy laws. This move targets apps using manipulated photos to intimidate and humiliate borrowers, highlighting increasing concerns over digital lending misconduct. Authorities will continue monitoring these applications and may impose stricter regulations to protect consumer rights in the digital finance sector.