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Ethical Turmoil in Cybersecurity: The Manila Bulletin Case
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In the world of cybersecurity, trust and integrity are paramount. Professionals in this field are entrusted with safeguarding sensitive data and protecting digital infrastructure from malicious threats. Yet, what happens when those tasked with upholding these principles become implicated in cybercrime? The recent arrest of Manila Bulletin’s data security officer…
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PROTECT 2024: Doing Business Amid New Threats
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Mark your calendars for June 28, 2024, for the 16th PROTECT conference on“Doing Business Amidst New Threats.” Join us at the New World Makati Hotel,Philippines, for insightful discussions and strategies in navigating today’s securitychallenges. Tremendous challenges ushered the beginning of this decade – pandemic,economic collapse, a rush towards digitalization and…
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The Vital Importance of Societal Awareness for Personal Safety
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In an interconnected world fraught with diverse challenges, from environmental crises to social injustices and technological advancements, the need for societal awareness has never been more critical. Beyond enriching our world understanding, staying informed about societal issues is pivotal in safeguarding personal safety and well-being. Understanding the Landscape Societal issues…
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Surviving the Shakes
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Ensure Your Family’s Safety Through Understanding Earthquake Hazards and Preparedness Earthquakes are natural phenomena that can cause immense destruction and pose significant risks to life and property. Understanding the hazards associated with earthquakes and how to protect oneself is crucial, especially in regions like the Philippines, which is highly susceptible…
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Closing the Loopholes in the SIM Registration Act
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed Republic Act No. 11934, the SIM Registration Act of 2022, with the promise of curbing scams and fraud by requiring the registration of subscriber identification module (SIM) cards. This law aimed to eliminate the anonymity criminals exploit to perpetrate fraud via mobile phones. However, recent…
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The Urgent Need for Stronger Cybersecurity in the Wake of Maxicare Data Breach
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In a distressing but increasingly familiar scenario, the Philippines has again grappled with the fallout from a significant data breach. This time, the victim is Maxicare Healthcare Corp., one of the country’s leading health maintenance organizations (HMO), with nearly two million members potentially affected. The National Privacy Commission (NPC) confirmed…
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Caloocan Court Convicts Four Police Officers of Homicide in 2016 Drug War Operation
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In a landmark decision, a Caloocan City court has convicted four police officers of homicide for the 2016 killing of a father and his son during a drug war operation. This marks only the fourth known conviction of law enforcement officials about drug war activities under the administration of former…
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Chinese Ships Ram and Tow Philippine Vessels in Disputed Waters
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Tensions escalated in the South China Sea as Chinese ships engaged in aggressive maneuvers against Philippine vessels conducting a routine resupply mission to Ayungin Shoal, known locally as Second Thomas Shoal. The incident, which occurred on Monday, saw Chinese ships from the People’s Liberation Army-Navy (PLA-N), China Coast Guard (CCG),…
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