The urgent need to protect biometrics, brain data, digital likeness

THE digital revolution has transformed personal data into a cornerstone of innovation and economic development. Among the most sensitive types of personal information are biometrics — like fingerprints and facial patterns — and brain data derived from monitoring neural activity.

As technology advances, so does the urgency to protect these intimate aspects of our identities. While the Philippines has a robust data privacy law, there is a growing need to enhance policies to keep pace with global standards and emerging challenges.