Globe and GCash complete initial tests for silent network authentication implementation

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Globe, the Philippines’ leading telecommunications company, and GCash, the country’s leading fintech platform, have joined forces to make digital transactions safer and simpler for millions of Filipinos. Together, they have completed 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.

Completing the first phase marks a significant leap towards safer and smarter online transactions. The successful testing reinforces the integrity and capability of Globe’s network to automatically verify the user’s identity, without requiring a one-time password (OTPs) or manual input. The system works by securely checking directly if the mobile number provided matches the SIM card active in the current data session, adding a powerful layer of defense against phishing and SIM-based fraud. For GCash users who rely on the app as their primary way to pay, send money, or manage finances, this means stronger protection and a smoother, worry-free experience every time they log in or make a transaction.

This innovation is part of G Verify, Globe’s verification and anti-fraud portfolio that combines network-level solutions and Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to protect customers and businesses from digital threats. Under G Verify, SNA instantly and accurately confirms a user’s identity, giving users greater peace of mind when managing their finances through GCash.

“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 showing how network-level innovation can directly improve safety and convenience for millions of Filipinos who rely on digital platforms every day.”

This achievement also meets global benchmarks. The SNA POC aligns with GSMA and CAMARA standards, ensuring high levels of security and interoperability. Globe has earned GSMA certification for its Number Verification API and plays a key role in the Bridge Alliance API Exchange (BAEx), a regional initiative that promotes API collaboration among telcos.

“At GCash, security and trust are at the heart of everything we do,” said Miguel Geronilla, GCash chief information and security officer. “Partnering with Globe on Silent Network Authentication helps us give our users an extra layer of protection, one that works quietly in the background so they can focus on what matters most.”

The collaboration supports the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) call for stronger, more adaptive digital security across the financial sector. This POC follows Globe’s successful testing of network APIs with one of the country’s leading financial institutions, demonstrating the company’s proven leadership and commitment to advancing digital security and financial inclusion across the country. By solidifying the foundation of trust, this initiative is set to revolutionize access to essential digital services for all Filipinos, fostering a more inclusive financial landscape.

Furthermore, it powerfully demonstrates Globe’s leadership in innovation, leveraging its API ecosystem to transform network capabilities into open, programmable platforms. This empowers partners like GCash to create safer, more intuitive digital experiences, driving a future where every Filipino can confidently participate in the digital economy.

For more information about Globe Business solutions, visit www.globe.com.ph/business. – Rappler.com