Senator Grace Poe says the SIM registration bill could become a law within 2022.

Senate approves SIM card registration bill

In the digital world of likes, shares, and comments, a dark cloud looms over the Philippines. It's called cyberbullying, and it's a growing problem that's causing a lot of hurt and damage. Just like a bully in a schoolyard, a cyberbully uses power and control to hurt others. But this time, they're hiding behind screens, using keyboards as their weapons.

Take cyberbullying by the horns 

Filipinos are more vulnerable to the threats of cyberattacks than ever, according to a global cybersecurity firm.


Web threats jump by over 200%

In today's hyper-connected world, data breaches, online scams, and the hacking of social media accounts have become distressingly common. The recent incident involving the Jollibee Group, which saw unauthorized access to the personal data of 11 million customers, is a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities that persist in our digital infrastructure. This breach, which compromised sensitive personal information such as dates of birth and ID numbers of seniors, underscores the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures and vigilant data protection protocols.

The Rising Tide of Cyber Threats: A Call to Action for Enhanced Cybersecurity

National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Jaime Santiago and NBI Cybercrime Division Chief Atty. Jeremy Lotoc present three individuals arrested for hacking private and government websites, as well as banks and Facebook accounts, during a press conference Friday, June 21.

CYBERHACKERS ARRESTED 

The anxiety brought about by scammers can be reduced with the proposed SIM card registration bill but experts warned against accompanying threats to individual privacy.

SIM card bill only reduces scammers

IN less than three months, the official Facebook page of the Valenzuela Police Station was hacked twice, effectively cutting the communication line being used by local folks in reporting crimes.

Valenzuela PNP’s FB page hacked anew

AFTER hostaging senstive information uploaded in the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation's database, hackers made a grand display of its cyber prowess by seizing control of the House of Representatives's website.

After PhilHealth, hackers hostage House of Representatives' website 

President Marcos signed the SIM Card Registration law in response to SMS scams that have proliferated in cellphones of consumers.

Marcos signs the SIM Card Registration law

How can the Philippine government protect the public from cyberattacks if its own systems fall victim to hacking?

DOST system hacked

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