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Here's What You Need To Know"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cp\u003ePresident Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. signed the SIM Registration Act on Monday, October 10.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe act aims to promote accountability in the use of the Subscriber Identity Module or SIM and help Philippine law enforcers to track perpetrators of crimes committed through phones, especially Filipinos who are receiving a lot of SMS spam.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:image {\"id\":14628,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} --\u003e\n\u003cfigure class\u003d\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg alt\u003d\"\" class\u003d\"wp-image-14628\" src\u003d\"https://walastech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/sim.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/figure\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:image --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's what you need to know.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRequired Information\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:heading --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone who has a SIM Card would have to provide and submit these details in a registration form provided by Public Telecommunication Entity or PTE\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eFull name\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eComplete address\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDate of birth\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eGender\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eCellphone number of the SIM card and serial number\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:list --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocumentary Requirements\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:heading --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAside from the required information, you must also present an original and a true copy of any government ID with a photo, such as:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePhilippine National ID\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDriver’s License\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSSS/GSIS ID\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eUMID Card\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePassport\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSenior Citizen’s Card\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eNBI Clearance\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePolice Clearance\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFirearms License\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eVoter’s ID\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTIN ID\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePRC ID\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOWWA ID\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePWD Card\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSchool ID (for minors)\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:list --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eForeign Nationals / ExPat Required Information\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:heading --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the other hand, foreign nationals also need to provide the required information, such as\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eFull name\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eNationality\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePassport number\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAddress in the Philippines\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:list --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand they will be asked and present these documents\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eReturn or departure ticket (for tourists)\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePassport\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eProof of address in the Philippines\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAlien Employment Permit\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAlien Certificate of Registration ID\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSchool registration ID (for students)\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOther pertinent documents\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:list --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegistered SIM Cards are only valid for 30 days upon arrival of the tourist\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to register?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:heading --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is expected that three telcos, SMART, Globe, and DITO will act as Public Telecommunication Entity and will administer the registration of SIM Cards thru their platforms. \u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs of this writing, there's no announcement yet from the telcos on how they'll be implemented the registration.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow about I need someone to buy me a SIM Card?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:heading --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll you need is a notarized Special Power of Attorney, stating that you authorized someone on your behalf to buy you a SIM card.  Both of you are also required to present an original and true photocopy of the ID. \u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you are buying a SIM card for a minor (18 and below), together with the registration form, a parent or a guardian needs written consent, a valid ID of the minor, and a valid ID of the parent or the guardian.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if I don't want to be registered? \u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:heading --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou only have \u003cstrong\u003e180 days\u003c/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003e6 months\u003c/strong\u003e since the effectivity of this law (15 days after the law is published in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation) to register your SIM card. Otherwise, your SIM card will be deactivated. \u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis deadline can be extended by the Department of Information and Communications Technology for another 120 days.  \u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDICT is yet to set implementing guidelines for PTEs and retailers for the registration of SIM cards.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to ensure that my data is secured?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:heading --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince your SIM card has been linked to your personal identifiable data and information, the act protects you from any breach of privacy. According to this law, the data will be treated as absolutely confidential. You also have control as a subscriber (via written consent) when to access your information. \u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, It is only disclosed when there's an issued subpoena or order of a court upon finding probable cause or upon written request from a law enforcement agency in relation to an ongoing investigation that a particular number is used in the commission of a crime or it was used as means to commit an unlawful act. \u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:image {\"id\":14630,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} --\u003e\n\u003cfigure class\u003d\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg alt\u003d\"\" class\u003d\"wp-image-14630\" src\u003d\"https://walastech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/sim-3.jpg\" /\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003ePresident Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos Signed House bill No. 14 or the SIM Card Registration Act of 2022. The first law since the assumption of his term. (Screengrab: RTVM)\u003c/figcaption\u003e\u003c/figure\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:image --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresident Bongbong Marcos' predecessor, Former President Rodrigo Duterte earlier vetoed a version of the bill as it contains requirements to register social media accounts. But \u003ca href\u003d\"https://hrep-website.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/legisdocs/basic_19/HB00014.pdf\" rel\u003d\"noopener\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eHouseBIll No. 14 \u003c/a\u003eopted out of this provision.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the penalties? Just curious 🤔\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:heading --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe penalties are pretty hefty, if you may be asked. \u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the offense is committed by the PTE, in case that data is breached, or for whatsoever reason that violates any provision of the law, the first offense costs you Php 300,000. Second offense not exceeding Php 500,000. While on the third offense and subsequent offenses will be Php 1,000,000.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, if the offenses are committed by the direct seller, a suspension of operation will be imposed, and a fine of Php 5,000 to Php 50,000 will also be imposed. \u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill these stop spammers and cybercriminals?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:heading --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf properly implemented, this law prevents anyone from misusing and abusing cellular technologies to intentionally commit a crime, steal someone's money and spoof someone's privacy. It also stops anyone who buys SIM cards from purposely using them for a dummy/burner phone.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eWhat do you think guys? Let us know in the comments\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #5e5e5e; font-family: \u0026quot;Open Sans\u0026quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 700; outline: 0px; transition: all 0.3s ease 0s;\"\u003e\u003cbr class\u003d\"Apple-interchange-newline\" /\u003eEditor's Note: The article first appeared on \u003ca href\u003d\"https://walastech.com/sim-registration-act-you-need-to-know/\"\u003eWalasTech.com\u003c/a\u003e where I am a contributing editor of the said publication.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- /wp:paragraph --\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/3011152935798038921/posts/default/1584785325954961072"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/3011152935798038921/posts/default/1584785325954961072"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.jrgrate.com/2022/10/sim-registration-act-you-need-to-know.html","title":"Philippine SIM Registration Act Signed. 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Priced in PH"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cp\u003eLenovo announced the 7th generation of their premium, and ultra-slim laptop YOGA series, the Yoga 9i, Yoga Slim 7i Pro, and Yoga Slim 7i Carbon.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH8FNNOfECCVondavr5JBFA75P_gCAnR94tkapob_UwfF3V-h5G8GgoCnCOmcVKK2YJKzjysCfrBeuTAfItUudmC-R_wTuP9ntOvrOHTQbKG3Ry79SD8L3UMHvUw60mfOqKoe2Q4WGU4iqyzpLF-uEUe4aBbkEZXtkXT0Wy7SOk1iJjwH6AQlZ6fz0wA/s1301/Lenovo-Yoga-7th-Gen-Walastech-01.jpg\" imageanchor\u003d\"1\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"733\" data-original-width\u003d\"1301\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH8FNNOfECCVondavr5JBFA75P_gCAnR94tkapob_UwfF3V-h5G8GgoCnCOmcVKK2YJKzjysCfrBeuTAfItUudmC-R_wTuP9ntOvrOHTQbKG3Ry79SD8L3UMHvUw60mfOqKoe2Q4WGU4iqyzpLF-uEUe4aBbkEZXtkXT0Wy7SOk1iJjwH6AQlZ6fz0wA/s16000/Lenovo-Yoga-7th-Gen-Walastech-01.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 2012, Lenovo’s YOGA series is known as an ultrabook laptop that is convertible from a traditional clamshell laptop to a full-touch tablet display. For their 10th year on the 7th generation, the Lenovo YOGA series is reimagined with its new design language, more color-accurate, and improved machine learning features.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoJkCj50OWjAVJSzI8ROxIy8k8fPe4hqL9j_w_hze4IOICLFBMy5_9rGCJAyL9SRM3gmZOyqwysXJdSHBwPm5XH-e99G0ligPA3OuO6181D63MQ2Yts49GFeD6i-1o5-sGYsHpnedau42EuEt9dLbBBH17vFuhEmvMLZWhf6-fn_4I4Ce0laiN8JWXtQ/s1301/Lenovo-Yoga-7th-Gen-Walastech-02.jpg\" imageanchor\u003d\"1\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"733\" data-original-width\u003d\"1301\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoJkCj50OWjAVJSzI8ROxIy8k8fPe4hqL9j_w_hze4IOICLFBMy5_9rGCJAyL9SRM3gmZOyqwysXJdSHBwPm5XH-e99G0ligPA3OuO6181D63MQ2Yts49GFeD6i-1o5-sGYsHpnedau42EuEt9dLbBBH17vFuhEmvMLZWhf6-fn_4I4Ce0laiN8JWXtQ/s16000/Lenovo-Yoga-7th-Gen-Walastech-02.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cp\u003eLenovo’s Second Generation of “Lenovo A.I. Engine” takes the performance and power of these laptops even smarter. Artificial Intelligence or A.I. anticipates what power and processor resources are needed based on the user’s activity. Machine learning also identifies which activity should be when the laptop adjusts the color temperature, control the refresh rate, process noise canceling during the conversation, and respond to a motion when playing videos.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe brand flexed its Yoga series with the Lenovo PureSight display. Lenovo laptops with this display have features such as adaptive refresh rate 2.0, full-view display, and color accuracy.\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWe are looking forward to these features coming in other Lenovo laptop series. But initially, let’s dive in at these hot and new 7th-gen Lenovo Yoga Series:\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003ch3 style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003eLenovo Yoga 9i\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjySrVh3QIbVEp_yiQBNMV3odjLC_0oVCreJsvXGEWT-ojme3Lflkuiqr2_wlitmqWqC6fnnpNAcS4vLUEr0g7_OfNn8kBr_vDlHqPai93o_mAUpuZQUXz7ke3aPhfa5AHcQJqyuzT-asy8ue3P5I1LB9u9JZOLoHq1hFypb-QyzX7lCbjNs91mxBqGcw\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-original-height\u003d\"3024\" data-original-width\u003d\"4032\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjySrVh3QIbVEp_yiQBNMV3odjLC_0oVCreJsvXGEWT-ojme3Lflkuiqr2_wlitmqWqC6fnnpNAcS4vLUEr0g7_OfNn8kBr_vDlHqPai93o_mAUpuZQUXz7ke3aPhfa5AHcQJqyuzT-asy8ue3P5I1LB9u9JZOLoHq1hFypb-QyzX7lCbjNs91mxBqGcw\u003ds16000\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis is what Yoga is known for. Yoga 9i is a flip-and-fold premium laptop that you can work and play at any time.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe laptop has a 14-inch display, 16:10 aspect ratio, 2.8K OLED PureSight touchscreen, VESA Certified Display HDR True Black 500, and full coverage of DCI-P3 gamut which is indicative of its color accuracy.\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjvJkWF70_6M7vu8ZQiGrW0sdWdacb42j9qVfFJ560yyYKAQO_e1SXwW1FHHzuLJZKSRk9-4zWYQtXAlN4er73WQTz2qrd45YWXzFMznzIJ2f2PhvfgCn7AHCYmmx6BY1r-h4dXQ4Qv08x-RKNFgr-OlSmbP7Vw6I9bwAegrRU98RI1ro2pv_zPcxJgzw\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-original-height\u003d\"3024\" data-original-width\u003d\"4032\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjvJkWF70_6M7vu8ZQiGrW0sdWdacb42j9qVfFJ560yyYKAQO_e1SXwW1FHHzuLJZKSRk9-4zWYQtXAlN4er73WQTz2qrd45YWXzFMznzIJ2f2PhvfgCn7AHCYmmx6BY1r-h4dXQ4Qv08x-RKNFgr-OlSmbP7Vw6I9bwAegrRU98RI1ro2pv_zPcxJgzw\u003ds16000\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSpeakers are also enhanced, thanks to Bowers \u0026amp; Wilkins rotating soundbar system built into the hinge that enriches the audio providing a truly immersive entertainment experience.\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi1EuXP3agOjMqPSHkMDSaiBYLexHF7TRNsVH5FQPDLXPvxWeInZNOwFl03b78_jfONPrkPZPwOvZ9aoeyiPb-C6CqRSJDThid10qu6HrF6PcOatQxRg3ODfGMSsMZOM6iGillbsBkW_t0g3yY1kBA6LVXhqSXscBLrX004rJgun0FXVBBprhf45pXjHg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-original-height\u003d\"3024\" data-original-width\u003d\"3024\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi1EuXP3agOjMqPSHkMDSaiBYLexHF7TRNsVH5FQPDLXPvxWeInZNOwFl03b78_jfONPrkPZPwOvZ9aoeyiPb-C6CqRSJDThid10qu6HrF6PcOatQxRg3ODfGMSsMZOM6iGillbsBkW_t0g3yY1kBA6LVXhqSXscBLrX004rJgun0FXVBBprhf45pXjHg\u003ds16000\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eIts thin and light 15.25mm thin chassis is designed with rounded and smooth edges for a more comfortable grip and hand-held experience.\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgyUUMBC_c_cqq1W0oAD5Gu7DKizBioG2wneloKSnzEcioiTFhpE0T0I8G0APQSWE7gDpO4PQo0UEhKOAPGst8GF6iW28VKJGVF2IHsXDoExheOypBIPy6NbmL7WAGV_eWPL2NQii5Cu9XwVPT-i3bfHe7_ZTUDiq2rt9NT6PK-Snj5bBvLXNv_tnfC-g\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-original-height\u003d\"1024\" data-original-width\u003d\"1024\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgyUUMBC_c_cqq1W0oAD5Gu7DKizBioG2wneloKSnzEcioiTFhpE0T0I8G0APQSWE7gDpO4PQo0UEhKOAPGst8GF6iW28VKJGVF2IHsXDoExheOypBIPy6NbmL7WAGV_eWPL2NQii5Cu9XwVPT-i3bfHe7_ZTUDiq2rt9NT6PK-Snj5bBvLXNv_tnfC-g\u003ds16000\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003eLenovo Yoga 9i is equipped with up to 12th Gen Intel i7-1260P processor, up to 16 GB LPDDR5 of RAM, and 1 TB SSD PCIe Gen 4 for storage. It has AI-powered performance—thanks to Lenovo’s X-Power.\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjMumi0PykI7gt5Hl4_1XeIi2YzW_RK0zGP_7g6Eck2om0ILZ5gWik823H7j3KTZsLAbnjpWOyRU_JB2sLWYARD2kBlbDoJODnavAlm_RSKYCnYChDs9yUKDEMjeafn5N2DNIwj6ATNpxI0cL7_NdWBWBCz1isjtCreug4U6v9A3-cLLX-PZ25bwhIn-Q\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-original-height\u003d\"2048\" data-original-width\u003d\"2048\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjMumi0PykI7gt5Hl4_1XeIi2YzW_RK0zGP_7g6Eck2om0ILZ5gWik823H7j3KTZsLAbnjpWOyRU_JB2sLWYARD2kBlbDoJODnavAlm_RSKYCnYChDs9yUKDEMjeafn5N2DNIwj6ATNpxI0cL7_NdWBWBCz1isjtCreug4U6v9A3-cLLX-PZ25bwhIn-Q\u003ds16000\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003eLenovo YOGA 9i starts at PHP 109,995 and comes with Oatmeal Color.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003ch3 style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003eLenovo Yoga Slim 7i Carbon\u003c/h3\u003eThis is the lightest Yoga laptop in the lineup. It only weighs 960g (0.44lbs), and it is as thin as 0.58 in (14.8mm), complemented by the rugged resilience of aerospace-grade magnesium alloy reinforced with multi-layer carbon fiber. During the event, it was purposely dropped on the stage to demonstrate its sturdiness! But of course, don’t try it at home, kids!\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhINoO0GcpivSs04fCIcnhg4La6iRsU9Bs_K__MilezqMq1xeKEtUxuriplHk_TjgkxlQl58FcMGebDL4uc2X_ELGeLSKfSDZ7Y8qkyzWRj0N4VhkgbWBW2zVZrO6PBmhLW8G1qDrqQwzBfIQPbMxVRggukrxYbYWS0Dnsjq3l8nP4BCSpmZl8flzukJw\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-original-height\u003d\"1536\" data-original-width\u003d\"2048\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhINoO0GcpivSs04fCIcnhg4La6iRsU9Bs_K__MilezqMq1xeKEtUxuriplHk_TjgkxlQl58FcMGebDL4uc2X_ELGeLSKfSDZ7Y8qkyzWRj0N4VhkgbWBW2zVZrO6PBmhLW8G1qDrqQwzBfIQPbMxVRggukrxYbYWS0Dnsjq3l8nP4BCSpmZl8flzukJw\u003ds16000\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003eThe laptop is equipped with a 13.3-inch 2.5k PureSight Display in a matte finish which features a smooth 90Hz refresh rate paired with an Intel Iris Xe iGPU, to bring a great viewing experience.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhY7Bxsj5NnDtV0IssznRjYWrSnRxfzNk1QpkjAv7ay9LIW4gUrA3aK2lmq_U4VsM-4HB4f6ZUZZqAab8T-XJ2Ywv3SScP0_sVlprpwvIPstOCiT9-QeZ0GheFElb7zz6No7qtXcxVmhZ_hJ7r9XbjrwDGE2hgB_CTIbDjH44CYug092X3UsgpXctUeRg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-original-height\u003d\"1536\" data-original-width\u003d\"2048\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhY7Bxsj5NnDtV0IssznRjYWrSnRxfzNk1QpkjAv7ay9LIW4gUrA3aK2lmq_U4VsM-4HB4f6ZUZZqAab8T-XJ2Ywv3SScP0_sVlprpwvIPstOCiT9-QeZ0GheFElb7zz6No7qtXcxVmhZ_hJ7r9XbjrwDGE2hgB_CTIbDjH44CYug092X3UsgpXctUeRg\u003ds16000\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003eTo add, the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Carbon features an electronic Camera Shutter, Dual Microphones, Dolby Atmos Audio, Harman Kardon speakers, and an edge-to-edge keyboard with a larger trackpad as well.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh6ZaL-DIJfFaiAW0jk2SIbWYPbyo-Sq4YO5PZue5RD6QDbdo_XSKVeczQeSb7wL-iw0Orn5RJi-ul9Qh3RsYMzMkNF3XDTAz9iY4dFTYSjvK6QLIYd0YZYxudTvD8XmzhNjYIMB5u8uXdK5NW6sBf7ajpB9r0DUXP00pvNGYT8iLTsh55krO0OO1ErtA\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-original-height\u003d\"2048\" data-original-width\u003d\"2048\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh6ZaL-DIJfFaiAW0jk2SIbWYPbyo-Sq4YO5PZue5RD6QDbdo_XSKVeczQeSb7wL-iw0Orn5RJi-ul9Qh3RsYMzMkNF3XDTAz9iY4dFTYSjvK6QLIYd0YZYxudTvD8XmzhNjYIMB5u8uXdK5NW6sBf7ajpB9r0DUXP00pvNGYT8iLTsh55krO0OO1ErtA\u003ds16000\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003eYoga Slim 7i Carbon starts at PHP 77,995 available in two-tone colors of Moon White and Cloud Grey.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003ch3 style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003eLenovo Yoga Slim 7i Pro X\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe ultimate beast among them all. Targeting creatives in mind and by heart, Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Pro X is designed for inspired creators and hobbyists who need a premium-looking laptop yet light and powerful.\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiUJq44p7LCyGPBXwVBR51-SV2O7d71o2OILl507K5tkOxen4IdBuCGW5Sv0aGSka66y_oLkemyoW25WU8IN7K7SmJl2wz9aDcAk-aXX9jrM_UwT2WBYasa0j5jHMFraXLS7E5r507_D98wf1EiJ1J2eBD4Is7e2FFwH0jcH8QedfsUd4b8UTqvRIKBGw\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-original-height\u003d\"1536\" data-original-width\u003d\"2048\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiUJq44p7LCyGPBXwVBR51-SV2O7d71o2OILl507K5tkOxen4IdBuCGW5Sv0aGSka66y_oLkemyoW25WU8IN7K7SmJl2wz9aDcAk-aXX9jrM_UwT2WBYasa0j5jHMFraXLS7E5r507_D98wf1EiJ1J2eBD4Is7e2FFwH0jcH8QedfsUd4b8UTqvRIKBGw\u003ds16000\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003eContrary to its lightness which weighs only 1.6kg, or about 3.5lbs, this laptop packs powerful Intel Core i7-12700H processors and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 with 4G GDDR5 VRAM  enough for creators and gamers to execute high-performance and graphic-intensive tasks like video editing or post-production, photo manipulation, and others.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiOwsofwiSSEXGcye6yZ5aPAKW7Ru5K2zSTozwW_M0dxBDBHwrqbltv82epawKQINamK-mS_g43CIoZH80-gkD6-brZoQxwil4egyIgm3jEayhB7AVbpLKE5DYp-s4RhBMCxZ4KHg1RqJqXcVLvzhfjaG0fHU3zx4N_D7SPLto7PBvly_mPpIcgBYSFqA\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-original-height\u003d\"2012\" data-original-width\u003d\"2012\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiOwsofwiSSEXGcye6yZ5aPAKW7Ru5K2zSTozwW_M0dxBDBHwrqbltv82epawKQINamK-mS_g43CIoZH80-gkD6-brZoQxwil4egyIgm3jEayhB7AVbpLKE5DYp-s4RhBMCxZ4KHg1RqJqXcVLvzhfjaG0fHU3zx4N_D7SPLto7PBvly_mPpIcgBYSFqA\u003ds16000\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003eSpeaking of video and photo editing, you can ensure that this laptop produces richer hues and accurate colors for true-to-life visuals as it is powered by 14.5-inch 3K (3072×1920) Lenovo’s PureSight Display with 120Hz refresh rate, the first 3K-resolution on the laptop yet in the market. Plus, it is TUV Hardware Blue Light certified and hardware calibrated to achieve 100% sRGB gamut coverage.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjO8hXtX_NmR61zqbjkoMMXvChoFAFZV4dsTicQrqiHeAMmn5GLdYWb3WVL9n32xubl3a_oO-BEtNZ3Ly9wBrgBBiNYVlZLnk6dhIFbcbnfgEp2jNg-Sj9jGdIXFbS3swYJPllq6uwcMKRvXCYBuTPUWtlLyYVprH8uDzOnIIlaXmxBJ6HHFt6pilgtUw\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-original-height\u003d\"1536\" data-original-width\u003d\"2048\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjO8hXtX_NmR61zqbjkoMMXvChoFAFZV4dsTicQrqiHeAMmn5GLdYWb3WVL9n32xubl3a_oO-BEtNZ3Ly9wBrgBBiNYVlZLnk6dhIFbcbnfgEp2jNg-Sj9jGdIXFbS3swYJPllq6uwcMKRvXCYBuTPUWtlLyYVprH8uDzOnIIlaXmxBJ6HHFt6pilgtUw\u003ds16000\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe latest generation of Lenovo Yoga devices will be available in all Lenovo Exclusive Stores, Yoga Stores, and\u003ca href\u003d\"http://lenovoph.com/authorizedresellers\"\u003e authorized resellers\u003c/a\u003e For more information, follow Lenovo Philippines’ official\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.facebook.com/lenovophilippines/\"\u003e Facebook page\u003c/a\u003e or visit\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.lenovo.com/ph/en/yoga\"\u003e https://www.lenovo.com/ph/en/yoga\u003c/a\u003e \u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eEditor's Note: The article first appeared on WalasTech.com where I am a contributing editor of the said publication.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/3011152935798038921/posts/default/1851544800723807804"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/3011152935798038921/posts/default/1851544800723807804"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.jrgrate.com/2022/09/lenovos-7th-gen-yoga-laptops-announced.html","title":"Lenovo's 7th Gen YOGA Laptops Announced. Priced in PH"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JR Grate"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"35","height":"35","src":"//www.blogger.com/img/blogger_logo_round_35.png"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH8FNNOfECCVondavr5JBFA75P_gCAnR94tkapob_UwfF3V-h5G8GgoCnCOmcVKK2YJKzjysCfrBeuTAfItUudmC-R_wTuP9ntOvrOHTQbKG3Ry79SD8L3UMHvUw60mfOqKoe2Q4WGU4iqyzpLF-uEUe4aBbkEZXtkXT0Wy7SOk1iJjwH6AQlZ6fz0wA/s72-c/Lenovo-Yoga-7th-Gen-Walastech-01.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3011152935798038921.post-166845643330564188"},"published":{"$t":"2022-09-01T17:00:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2022-09-05T21:24:04.699+08:00"},"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Singapore’s Solution to Spoof and Spam SMS"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cp\u003eIt looks like the Philippines is not the only country that has a huge problem with spoofed SMS which spams your inbox almost every day.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePH government officials have also been alarmed by these text messages\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnsolicited or scam text messages on our phones already contain our names. This means that there is a data provider out there that has leaked or sold or been careless about our information. This makes all of us now vulnerable.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery dangerous.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginally tweeted by Marvic Leonen — maroon check (@marvicleonen) on August 31, 2022.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur neighbor country, on the other hand, Singapore, which is considered the most technologically-advanced country at present, also endures this problem. In fact, there are reported incidents jumping from 16 to 5,020 within four years.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ctable align\u003d\"center\" cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE0wiE0hiq4f_AWxKYUnzoek7K-pj5UAIt23HAeve6IsCfkrNKWdOgAQjune7WaLIk5c-_WWVwOf47KdOGcXHYlCRXzufAz1ZlnFGarpunLoKRBSBPhi1RqhvjrxYQAOCoVTXwL6Phuh7-nEZM9vaPtjPcKctXzNJF64ECN6uvWlgvQM18smTvbC_idQ/s730/stock-photo-fraud-online.jpeg\" imageanchor\u003d\"1\" style\u003d\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"411\" data-original-width\u003d\"730\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE0wiE0hiq4f_AWxKYUnzoek7K-pj5UAIt23HAeve6IsCfkrNKWdOgAQjune7WaLIk5c-_WWVwOf47KdOGcXHYlCRXzufAz1ZlnFGarpunLoKRBSBPhi1RqhvjrxYQAOCoVTXwL6Phuh7-nEZM9vaPtjPcKctXzNJF64ECN6uvWlgvQM18smTvbC_idQ/s16000/stock-photo-fraud-online.jpeg\" title\u003d\"(Photo by Mikhail Nilov)\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: \u0026quot;Fira Sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 13px;\"\u003e(Photo by Mikhail Nilov)\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to a \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.straitstimes.com/business/banking/ocbc-customers-hit-by-phishing-scam-790-lost-137m-in-total-bank-has-made-full-goodwill-payouts\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003ereport\u003c/a\u003e from StraightTimes, customers of a Singapore-based bank OCBC Bank lost $13.7 million in total, which forced them to arrange ‘full goodwill payouts’ to almost 800 depositors, because of spoofed SMS.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlthough Singapore has an existing SMS registry, it’s still far from perfect.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Lim Chong Kin, head of Telecommunications, Media \u0026amp; Technology Practice at \u003ca href\u003d\"https://sbr.com.sg/company/drew-napier-llc\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eDrew \u0026amp; Napier LLC\u003c/a\u003e told \u003ca href\u003d\"https://sbr.com.sg/telecom-internet/exclusive/spoof-proof-how-new-sms-sender-id-registry-prevents-phishing\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eSingapore Business Review\u003c/a\u003e, the old system was ‘blacklist-based’ wherein businesses and organizations in Singapore need to register their SMS sender ID, and a blacklist of similar SMS sender IDs would be circulated through SMS aggregators for automatic blocking.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSMS aggregators are Software as a Service (SaaS) third-party providers which send SMS text messages to users—services like \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.twilio.com/guidelines/ph/sms\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eTwillo\u003c/a\u003e, \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.yondu.com/articles/sms-aggregator-philippines/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eyondu\u003c/a\u003e, etc.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile SMS sender ID or SMS customer ID are composed of alphanumeric characters (A-Z, 0-9) displayed as the sender’s name which commonly represents a business name or a brand. In the back end, it is equivalent to a string of numbers. For instance, WalasTech Alert will be our Sender ID while in the back end, it could be 0912-345-6789.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is used to help users identify from which specific businesses, organizations, and financial apps an OTP code or One-Time PIN, withdrawal alerts, or marketing texts came. Same as Singapore, official sender IDs of popular banking apps in the Philippines like BDO and UnionBank are spoofed or replicated to send deceiving messages appearing as legit text alerts. These contain links that lead you to spoofed websites tricking you to input critical information such as username, password, address, birthday, and others.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHowever, the previous approach was still inefficient in preventing malicious \u003ca href\u003d\"https://sbr.com.sg/news/mas-unveils-new-measures-against-digital-banking-scams\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eSMS\u003c/a\u003e as it was “confirmation-based” according to Rajesh Sreenivasan, head of Technology, Media, and Communications for Rajah \u0026amp; Tann.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLim added that it is still delivered to some users because there are non-registered SMS aggregators, which need to be checked first before finally adding them to the blacklist.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe said system was eventually \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/anti-sms-spoofing-registry-shut-replaced-full-fledged-system-imda-2543611\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003ediscontinued\u003c/a\u003e on March 2022.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a solution, they’ve launched another new \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.sgnic.sg/SMSRegistryeinvoicing/smsregistry\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003espoof-proof system\u003c/a\u003e this year. It was made and developed by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) of Singapore, the counterpart in the Philippines.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHopefully, PH will adapt the system\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Under the new registry, which adopts a ‘whitelist-based’ approach, companies can register their protected SMS sender IDs against their Unique Entity Number (UEN). Telcos and SMS service providers will be required to check SMS senders against the registry, and SMSes sent under a registered sender ID will be blocked when the sender’s details do not match the registry’s records,” Lim explained.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA business just needs to pay a fee to register their SMS Sender IDs.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBusinesses and organizations that have registered will enjoy a boost in consumer confidence and brand reputation. Otherwise, they will face charges and maximum liability for not protecting their customers from such scams. Are we ready for this kind of system? Let us know in the comments.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eEditor's Note: The article first appeared on WalasTech.com where I am a contributing editor of the said publication.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/p\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/3011152935798038921/posts/default/166845643330564188"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/3011152935798038921/posts/default/166845643330564188"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.jrgrate.com/2022/09/singapores-solution-to-spoof-and-spam.html","title":"Singapore’s Solution to Spoof and Spam SMS"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JR Grate"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"35","height":"35","src":"//www.blogger.com/img/blogger_logo_round_35.png"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE0wiE0hiq4f_AWxKYUnzoek7K-pj5UAIt23HAeve6IsCfkrNKWdOgAQjune7WaLIk5c-_WWVwOf47KdOGcXHYlCRXzufAz1ZlnFGarpunLoKRBSBPhi1RqhvjrxYQAOCoVTXwL6Phuh7-nEZM9vaPtjPcKctXzNJF64ECN6uvWlgvQM18smTvbC_idQ/s72-c/stock-photo-fraud-online.jpeg","height":"72","width":"72"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3011152935798038921.post-3031694736671182562"},"published":{"$t":"2022-06-24T10:01:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2022-06-24T10:03:23.353+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Blogapalooza navigates the influencer-verse in its 7th year"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003ctable align\u003d\"center\" cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAbNJeZjmo_1SbvY_G3c9Qw-zAauLPOOkoOPnxOAg-cf0QZLQ9PS54ILVz9SlCTcIrNY0ZqSIYeWeHEul5lM1ViW5ZUv8IsKEG5ZRB_NKrq4-8VKTAFJp4JaANz1PyBFPolz1KA6PSa0loetLkEeCKHMqXwq_Rjf8u3pw0EHsXnfGGMAAHNPuM09coKw/s408/Blogapalooza%20navigates%20the%20influencer-verse%20in%20its%207th%20year.png\" style\u003d\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"230\" data-original-width\u003d\"408\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAbNJeZjmo_1SbvY_G3c9Qw-zAauLPOOkoOPnxOAg-cf0QZLQ9PS54ILVz9SlCTcIrNY0ZqSIYeWeHEul5lM1ViW5ZUv8IsKEG5ZRB_NKrq4-8VKTAFJp4JaANz1PyBFPolz1KA6PSa0loetLkEeCKHMqXwq_Rjf8u3pw0EHsXnfGGMAAHNPuM09coKw/s16000/Blogapalooza%20navigates%20the%20influencer-verse%20in%20its%207th%20year.png\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003eLaunches BX Talent Management and prepares for the great BlogaFest comeback\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Philippines’ premier influencer marketing, Blogapalooza, marked its 7th year of fostering brand-influencer collaborations on Saturday, June 18, via a virtual event.\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nWith the theme “Navigating the Influencer-verse,” Blogapalooza aims to continue adopting, innovating and navigating the present and future industry trends and developments for its community and clients. \n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrowing amid the difficulties the Bloga way!\u003c/b\u003e\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nJoined by the whole BlogaFam, clients, and media friends, the back-to-back celebration for the BlogaFam as #BlogaTurns7 was packed with exciting games, prizes, and announcements. \n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nBlogapalooza shared that the business grew exponentially as creators and influencers have become an integral part of every marketing plan and strategy. Despite the difficulties brought by the pandemic, Blogapalooza considered the past two years as the “years of harvest” for the influencer community. \n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n“From the very beginning, we knew that real power lies in engaged communities that are diverse and yet inclusive. We were the first who believed that the industry was a sleeping giant, and so we built the foundations of the influencer community. Fast forward to 2022, we are grateful for a season of harvest, but we have always kept the mindset of sowing further as we reap grander,” Blogapalooza CEO Ace Gapuz noted.\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nBlogapalooza saw the unprecedented growth of the creators and influencers’ community in the country and in the Southeast Asian region. Gapuz noted that the company was able to serve more brands and agency affiliates, both local and internationally, and launched multiple business units as part of the company’s portfolio all while working remotely.\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRebooting BlogaFest: Bolder, bigger, and a thousand times better\u003c/b\u003e\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nOne of the biggest announcements made during Blogapalooza’s anniversary celebration is the most-awaited comeback of BlogaFest with a new twist: the Creator and Influencer Awards.\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n“I know that our BlogaFam has been waiting so long for this, and so, we are very excited to introduce a first in Blogapalooza history. We have partnered with our good friends from Tellscore Thailand, along with our network of influencer marketing leaders in Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Hong Kong, and Australia, to stage the largest gathering of content creators and influencers in the Asia Pacific,” Gapuz shared.\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nBlogaFest is the Philippines’ first and largest gathering of bloggers, social media influencers, content creators, and internet celebrities. With the Creator and Influencer Awards, BlogaFest has become bigger, bolder, and a thousand times better.\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n“This industry has always been driven by relationships that drive results, and because of this, we look forward to scaling things up with and through more local and international partnerships,” Gapuz furthered.\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eNavigating the influencer verse with BX and a Content Creation Hub\u003c/b\u003e\n\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ctable align\u003d\"center\" cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC_IeYs2JdXAoThRIrc-jLC77PuFH1_UpVDvgTWnJlKP2wZsqYw2H2HNclALLX9aVeeIVLUad7d7VJRoIPUvd1Nk_-TfrkPlhuLLUvlY_ZqtoO2JN8FuYGXeRvgvICZijyq3l7Rlz2g5s_TUoQ6NUJHMoSPOnrrvf07mralJ4hqIxOPyvlCY6a-c4-mA/s1600/BX%20talents%20from%20L-R-%20Sandra%20Jung,%20KooKoo%20Macasaet,%20Maite%20Cruz,%20Vincent%20Gapuz,%20%20%20Ryan%20Tresplacios,%20Eryka%20Lucas,%20and%20Chal%20Maling.%20%20%28Not%20in%20photo-%20Pehpot%20Pineda%20and%20Dr.%20Gia%20Sison%29.jpg\" style\u003d\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"201\" data-original-width\u003d\"301\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC_IeYs2JdXAoThRIrc-jLC77PuFH1_UpVDvgTWnJlKP2wZsqYw2H2HNclALLX9aVeeIVLUad7d7VJRoIPUvd1Nk_-TfrkPlhuLLUvlY_ZqtoO2JN8FuYGXeRvgvICZijyq3l7Rlz2g5s_TUoQ6NUJHMoSPOnrrvf07mralJ4hqIxOPyvlCY6a-c4-mA/s16000/BX%20talents%20from%20L-R-%20Sandra%20Jung,%20KooKoo%20Macasaet,%20Maite%20Cruz,%20Vincent%20Gapuz,%20%20%20Ryan%20Tresplacios,%20Eryka%20Lucas,%20and%20Chal%20Maling.%20%20(Not%20in%20photo-%20Pehpot%20Pineda%20and%20Dr.%20Gia%20Sison).jpg\" title\u003d\"BX talents from L-R: Sandra Jung, KooKoo Macasaet, Maite Cruz, Vincent Gapuz, Ryan Tresplacios, Eryka Lucas, and Chal Maling. (Not in photo: Pehpot Pineda and Dr. Gia Sison)\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr class\u003d\"Apple-interchange-newline\" /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBX talents from L-R: Sandra Jung, KooKoo Macasaet, Maite Cruz, Vincent Gapuz, Ryan Tresplacios, Eryka Lucas, and Chal Maling. (Not in photo: Pehpot Pineda and Dr. Gia Sison)\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nApart from sharing their company milestones,  Blogapalooza also shared some of the programs that the influencer community should watch out for. \n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n“We believe that the future of digital is the Metaverse and influencer marketing will play an important role in its development and advancement. With that, we are proud to launch BX by Blogapalooza,” Gapuz added.\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nBX by Blogapalooza accelerates the company’s mission to #ElevateInfluence by empowering talents, nurturing content creators, and expanding their horizons through opportunities in media and other avenues. Through BX, creators and influencers are assured of their career growth as Blogapalooza will continue equipping them with the right knowledge to enhance their skills and providing them with one-of-a-kind opportunities through the company’s extensive media and brand ecosystem.\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nBlogapalooza will also be launching a Content Creation Hub where creators can collaborate and incubate ideas for various digital channels.\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n“With our deep understanding of the psyche of creators, we recognize the importance of having offline environments to help create authentic conversations on different platforms. We see these programs to be an important development as the industry grows and matures, and we’re very happy that some of our partners have pledged support for this endeavor,” Gapuz furthered. \n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eBuilding a 10,000-strong network of influencers for seven Bloga-mazing years\u003c/b\u003e\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nBlogapalooza’s CEO shared that she looks forward to the future full of excitement and hope as they gear up for the initiatives they lined up for the BlogaFam and their partners. “We recognize that creators have always needed support systems to help them bring out their most creative work while being able to sustain their passions with avenues for monetization,” she said.\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nIndeed, building a strong network of influencers was not an easy task. But, with the support of the whole community, Blogapalooza has been steadfast in breaking the boundaries and creating concepts that #ElevateInfluence.\n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n“It takes a village to build something monumental. I’d like to thank every single person who has been part of building Blogapalooza with us since day one. It indeed takes a village, and Blogapalooza is very fortunate to have plenty of villagers looking out for us and rooting for our success,” Gapuz closed. \n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nBlogapalooza’s 7th anniversary was made possible with the help of Del Monte Philippines, Ysera Skin, LuxeOrganix Philippines, Canva, Get Well Supplies, Nomadhood, Enervon, AsiaTV Studios, and Blue Mango Resort. \n\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nTo find out more information about Blogapalooza and what you can expect from the Philippines' premier influencer marketing company moving forward, log on to www.blogapalooza.ph or follow their official social media accounts.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e##\u0026nbsp;\u003cb\u003ePR\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"link":[{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/3011152935798038921/posts/default/3031694736671182562"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/3011152935798038921/posts/default/3031694736671182562"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.jrgrate.com/2022/06/blogapalooza-7th-year.html","title":"Blogapalooza navigates the influencer-verse in its 7th year"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JR Grate"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"35","height":"35","src":"//www.blogger.com/img/blogger_logo_round_35.png"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAbNJeZjmo_1SbvY_G3c9Qw-zAauLPOOkoOPnxOAg-cf0QZLQ9PS54ILVz9SlCTcIrNY0ZqSIYeWeHEul5lM1ViW5ZUv8IsKEG5ZRB_NKrq4-8VKTAFJp4JaANz1PyBFPolz1KA6PSa0loetLkEeCKHMqXwq_Rjf8u3pw0EHsXnfGGMAAHNPuM09coKw/s72-c/Blogapalooza%20navigates%20the%20influencer-verse%20in%20its%207th%20year.png","height":"72","width":"72"}}]}});