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De Lima: Meta sharing info with gov’t OK as long as it’s vs threats
PH🏛️ PoliticsProgressive12 hr. ago

De Lima: Meta sharing info with gov’t OK as long as it’s vs threats

Human rights advocate and Mamamayang Liberal party-list representative Leila de Lima stated that there is no problem with Meta sharing user information with the Philippine government, provided it is done in the context of combating threats rather than general surveillance. De Lima emphasized that such data sharing should not be used for mass monitoring or infringing on privacy rights. Her comments come amid ongoing discussions about digital privacy, government oversight, and corporate responsibility in the Philippines. The remarks highlight concerns about potential misuse of user data by authorities and the need for clear legal frameworks to protect individual freedoms.

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Philippine Daily Inquirer logoPhilippine Daily InquirerIndependentProgressive12 hr. ago
De Lima: Meta sharing info with gov’t OK as long as it’s vs threats

Human rights advocate and Mamamayang Liberal party-list representative Leila de Lima stated that there is no problem with Meta sharing user information with the Philippine government, provided it is done in the context of combating threats rather than general surveillance. De Lima emphasized that such data sharing should not be used for mass monitoring or infringing on privacy rights. Her comments come amid ongoing discussions about digital privacy, government oversight, and corporate responsibility in the Philippines. The remarks highlight concerns about potential misuse of user data by authorities and the need for clear legal frameworks to protect individual freedoms.

Bias read (Progressive): The article frames Meta's data-sharing practices through the lens of protecting civil liberties and opposing unchecked government surveillance. It aligns with progressive values emphasizing privacy rights and accountability, while subtly criticizing potential overreach by state actors. The emphasis,

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