GCash Introduces In-App OTPs to Combat Phishing Scams

GCash Introduces In-App OTPs to Combat Phishing Scams

First seen 26 Jan 2026, 10:50 UTC Philstar 25.3

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GCash, a finance superapp in the Philippines, is implementing in-app One-Time Passwords (OTPs) to enhance security against phishing scams and fraud. By the first quarter of 2026, users will receive OTPs via secure push notifications within the app, moving away from SMS-based OTPs that have been exploited by scammers.