The Central Bank of the Philippines (BSP) issued a public warning about an online article that fraudulently uses the name and likeness of BSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr., and clarified that the material is fake. The Bank said the purported interview between television host Boy Abunda and the Governor, as well as the statements attributed to Governor Remolona, were fabricated, and that the post uses AI-generated images to mislead the public. It advised the public not to share the fraudulent article and to verify the authenticity of messages that use the names of the BSP, the Governor, or other BSP officials through official BSP channels.
Central Bank of the Philippines 2026-03-27
Central Bank of the Philippines warns public about fake online article using Governor Remolona’s identity
The Central Bank of the Philippines (BSP) issued a warning about a fraudulent online article misusing the name and likeness of BSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. The article falsely claims an interview with television host Boy Abunda and uses AI-generated images. The BSP advises the public to verify messages using official BSP channels.