The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) has clarified that the extension granted under its 24-hour directive applies only to Reddit and does not cover Discord. This may explain why Filipinos have been reporting since last night that they are unable to access the Discord website and app.
Previously, the CICC gave Reddit and Discord 24 hours to designate local representatives and submit plans for online safety, rapid response, and age verification.
READ: CICC Wants Reddit, Discord to Have PH Representatives
According to CICC’s announcement, Reddit was granted an extension after meeting with the CICC and discussing child safety commitments. Discord also reached out to the agency, but no extension has been granted as of September 23.
The CICC is also examining Discord over extremist communities linked to the radicalization and recruitment of minors.
Meanwhile, an access-block notice has also been displayed to Globe users attempting to access the website since the night of September 23, 2026. On the other hand, subscribers of Smart, PLDT, and Converge reported being unable to access the Discord app and website as of September 24, 2026.
The notice states that access has been blocked in accordance with a directive from the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC), as determined and identified by relevant government agencies.
Additionally, the CICC warned that failure or refusal to comply with the directive could result in further action, in coordination with other Philippine authorities, that may restrict the platforms’ operations or access in the country.
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