LOOK: The Bureau of Internal Revenue has suspended the mandatory online posting of its Registration Seal Badge to address taxpayers’ concerns over data privacy, technical issues, and the scope of the requirement. BIR Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza said the suspension will allow the bureau to review its implementation and work with the National Privacy Commission and affected stakeholders to ensure compliance remains simple and protects taxpayers’ personal information. READ: gmanetwork.com/news/money/co…

JUST IN: The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has suspended the mandatory display of the BIR registration seal badge until further notice. Under Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 113-2026, taxpayers who have already obtained the seal badge may continue to display it on their online platforms at their discretion. No penalties will be imposed solely for failure to display the seal badge during the suspension period. Visit gmanetwork.com/news for more updates.