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IPOPHL asks ISPs to block streaming sites for ‘piracy’

MANILA, Philippines – The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) has asked internet service providers (ISPs) to block more than 10 websites that allegedly stream Filipino films illegally. The IPOPHL made these requests following complaints from entertainment company Viva Communications Inc. and its streaming platform Vivamax. The first request sought the blocking of 13