Government Data Leaks: Personal Info of Millions Potentially Exposed Across 20 Agencies
Multiple government agencies in the Philippines have been hit by significant data breaches, potentially exposing the personal information of millions across about 20 state entities. Concerns over privacy violations are escalating as agencies like the BIR and SEC report compromised data.
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