Recognizing the growing threats of fraud, phishing, and online scamming, Globe Telecom and GCash have taken a major step to strengthen digital security and financial inclusion in the Philippines after completing the first phase of a Proof of Concept (POC) for Silent Network Authentication (SNA), a next-generation technology that securely verifies a user’s identity through the Globe network without the need for one-time passwords or manual input.
The successful initial tests demonstrate the strength of Globe’s network-level authentication capabilities, enabling automatic verification by securely matching the mobile number entered with the SIM card active in the current data session. By removing reliance on OTPs, SNA significantly reduces exposure to phishing, SIM-swap, and other identity-based fraud risks.
For millions of GCash users who depend on the platform to pay bills, send money, and manage daily finances, Silent Network Authentication delivers a smoother and more secure experience—quietly working in the background to protect accounts while simplifying logins and transactions.
SNA forms part of G Verify, Globe’s verification and anti-fraud portfolio that combines network-level solutions and Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to protect consumers and enterprises from evolving digital threats. Through G Verify, SNA provides fast and accurate identity confirmation, reinforcing trust in digital financial services.
“Security and accessibility must go hand in hand. This milestone is about building trust for the financially included,” said KD Dizon, Vice President and Head of Globe Business. “By working with GCash, we’re demonstrating how network-level innovation can directly improve safety and convenience for millions of Filipinos who rely on digital platforms every day.”
The initiative aligns with global benchmarks, as the SNA POC adheres to GSMA and CAMARA standards to ensure high levels of security and interoperability. Globe has earned GSMA certification for its Number Verification API and is an active participant in the Bridge Alliance API Exchange (BAEx), a regional platform that promotes collaboration and API adoption among telecommunications providers.
“At GCash, security and trust are at the heart of everything we do,” said Miguel Geronilla, Chief Information and Security Officer of GCash. “Partnering with Globe on Silent Network Authentication allows us to add a powerful layer of protection that works seamlessly in the background, so users can focus on what matters most.”
The collaboration also supports the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) call for stronger, more adaptive digital security across the financial sector. It builds on Globe’s earlier successful network API tests with a leading local financial institution, underscoring the company’s leadership in advancing secure, inclusive digital ecosystems.
By transforming its network capabilities into open, programmable platforms through a growing API ecosystem, Globe empowers partners like GCash to deliver safer and more intuitive digital services—helping pave the way for a future where every Filipino can confidently participate in the digital economy.
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