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Philippines issues guidelines on body-worn camera data processing

( June 11, 2025, 09:10 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The Philippines’ National Privacy Commission, or NPC, has issued a circular setting guidelines for processing personal data from body-worn cameras. The measure applies to law enforcement, private security and vloggers, and stresses the need for a lawful basis, data security and respect for individual privacy rights. It outlines clear retention policies, access controls and the requirement for informed consent. Content creators must provide notices and respond to takedown requests. NPC Chair John Henry Naga said the rules aim to balance transparency and privacy. The circular, which came into effect yesterday, seeks to prevent the misuse of surveillance technologies while promoting accountability in both public safety and digital content creation.  The statement and circular are attached....

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