By Junex Doronio

MANILA — Echoing the stance of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. that fake news has no place in modern society, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) headed by veteran journalist-lawyer Cheloy Velicaria-Garafil on Wednesday (24 April 2024) warned the public against an audio “deep fake” of  PBBM allegedly directing the military to act against a “particular foreign country.”

The PCO stressed that they are actively working on measures to combat fake news, misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation.

“No such directive exists nor has been made. Deepfakes are an advanced form of digital content manipulation through the use of generative Artificial Intelligence,” the PCO said.

Earlier, PCO Undersecretary Emerald Ridao noted that “9 out 10” people are vulnerable to “fake news.”

“We are also closely coordinating and working with the DICT, the National Security Council, the National Cybersecurity Inter-Agency Committee (NCIAC), and relevant private sector stakeholders to actively address the proliferation and malicious use of video and audio deepfakes and other generative A.I. content,” the PCO further said.

(el Amigo/MNM)

By Liezelle Soriano

MANILA — President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos continue to experience flu-like symptoms but have shown notable improvements, according to the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) on Friday (March 22, 2024).

“Their vital signs remain stable, and they remain in a comfortable state. Both have received advice to continue their prescribed medications, ensure adequate fluid intake, and prioritize rest,” stated the PCO.

“The medical team will closely monitor their progress until they fully recover. We appreciate the public’s concern and well wishes. Further updates will be provided as necessary.”

Marcos and his wife developed flu-like symptoms following their full schedule in the past few days and were advised to take fluids and medication to alleviate their symptoms.

Their attending physician has advised them to get some rest to ensure a speedy recovery.

(el Amigo/MNM)