DICT’s Cybercrime Agency and Action Center Moves to Filinvest Land’s Studio 7 Office Tower

Image Courtesy: Manila Standard. From left: Ana Venus Mejia, Filinvest Land Inc. chief operations owner and chief financial officer; Tristan Las Marias, FLI president and chief executive officer; Undersecretary Renato “Aboy” Paraiso, Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center acting executive director; Patricia May Abejo, administrative and finance office director.

The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), an attached agency of the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), has formally entered into a lease agreement with Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI) for over 4,000 square meters of office space and a dedicated 100-square-meter retail area at Studio 7, marking a significant step in strengthening the country’s cybercrime prevention and public service infrastructure.

This latest lease builds on Filinvest Land’s successful engagement with DICT last year, following the agency’s selection of Studio 7 for its headquarters. DICT began operations in the building in the fourth quarter of 2025, setting the stage for the continued expansion of government tenants within the development. 

CICC’s relocation to Studio 7 places the agency in a more modern, centralized, and future-ready environment, purpose-built to house state-of-the-art cybercrime detection, investigation, and prevention capabilities. The new headquarters is designed to enhance inter-agency coordination, operational efficiency, and secure workflows as CICC carries out its national mandate to protect Filipinos against cyber threats.

“Filinvest Land is proud to support CICC in establishing a workspace that enables them to serve the public efficiently while building Filipino dreams by creating modern, accessible, and functional spaces that empower government agencies and the communities they serve,” said Tristan Las Marias, President and CEO of Filinvest Land, Inc. 

Located at 807 EDSA, Diliman, Quezon City, Studio 7 is a LEED Silver-certified, mixed-use development designed to support modern, high-performance organizations through efficient floor plates, integrated building systems, and seamless connectivity. Its strategic location along EDSA and proximity to the MRT-3 GMA–Kamuning Station make it one of the most accessible business addresses in Quezon City, enabling ease of movement for employees, partners, and the general public. The development also features on-site retail and lifestyle components that support day-to-day operations and workforce well-being. 

Usec. Renato “Aboy” Paraiso, Acting Executive Director of the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center, said, “We are truly honored to be able to partner with Filinvest Land Inc. (FLI) who supports us in our mission to safeguard our citizens and our continuous objective to expand our services and make it more accessible to the public.” 

The CICC Action Center at Studio 7 is envisioned as a centralized hub for public reporting, case coordination, and citizen assistance, enabling faster response to cybercrime incidents while strengthening collaboration with law enforcement and partner agencies. Complementing the office space is an allotted retail area that will support CICC’s operations by serving as a public complaints and action center, providing a more visible, publicly accessible, and responsive touchpoint for citizens seeking assistance on cybercrime-related concerns. Together, these spaces are designed to improve accessibility and public awareness, reinforce government-led cybercrime response, and advance CICC’s mandate to enhance cyber resilience, promote digital safety, and build public trust. 

Usec. Paraiso added, “The Action Center is a critical component of our mandate to make government services more accessible and responsive, providing the public with a clear point of contact for reporting cybercrime concerns while enabling our teams to coordinate more effectively with partner agencies.” 

DICT Secretary Henry Rhoel Aguda said, “Consolidating DICT offices and attached agencies within a single, secure, and accessible location supports stronger coordination, enhances operational security, and improves the overall delivery of digital government services, ensuring greater convenience and protection for both the public and our personnel.” 
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The CICC lease agreement further echoes FLI’s commitment to nation-building through the expansion of its government portfolio, including key agencies like the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), reinforcing its role as a reliable real estate partner that delivers accessible, functional, and future-ready workspaces for public service.