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Philippines state health org struggling to recover from ransomware attack

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The government organization that manages the universal healthcare system of the Philippines has struggled to recover from a ransomware incident that forced it to take several websites and portals offline.

On Friday morning, officials from the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) said they discovered an information security incident and immediately began an investigation into the situation with the help of several other government agencies. The government-owned entity provides a national health insurance program for the country’s 114 million citizens.

“While investigation is being undertaken, affected systems shall be temporarily shut down to secure our application systems. We appeal for the public’s understanding regarding the matter,” the organization said.

In an update on Monday, PhilHealth President and CEO Emmanuel Ledesma said access to Health Care Institution (HCI) member portals and e-claims “were disabled or unplugged immediately as part of the information security containment measures being implemented by PhilHealth.”

“Affected systems shall be restored at the soonest possible time after the completion of the needed configuration and reinforcement of existing information security measures. We are working to restore these systems on Monday, September 25, 2023,” the organization explained.

“PhilHealth’s Management assures the public that the incident is under control and that no personal information and medical information has been compromised or leaked.”

They added that healthcare facilities are still able to provide benefits to those who come and that PhilHealth is “doing its best to enable the affected systems to work on Monday, Sept 25, 2023.”

The Department of Information and Communication Technology (DICT) and several law enforcement agencies are conducting a forensic investigation into the situation.

While systems are down, members and dependents have to provide a photocopy of the member’s PhilHealth Identification Card (PIC) or Member Data Record (MDR) or any identified acceptable supporting documents.

Payments for services have to be made over the counter and cannot be done online. Healthcare facilities will “continue…

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US bases make Philippines vulnerable to Chinese attack

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It is time for Filipinos to start worrying about a possible war over Taiwan, now or in the future

If the Ukraine war has taught us anything, it is that any future military conflict especially in the South China Sea, the West Philippine Sea or the Straits of Taiwan will be a war primarily fought with short-range and long-range missiles, even hypersonic missiles, together with all internet systems being disrupted by cyber warfare.

The growing tension in the Asia-Pacific region with the Philippines at the center makes it time for Filipinos to start worrying about a possible war over Taiwan that would rain down Chinese missile strikes on any of the US bases, now or in the future, in the Batanes Islands, Cagayan, Basa Air Base or nearby Clark, Subic Bay and parts of Mindanao and Palawan.

On Jan. 31, The Manila Times reported as follows: “A four-star US Air Force general has warned of a conflict with China as early as 2025 — most likely over Taiwan — and urged his commanders to push their units to achieve maximum operational battle readiness this year. In an internal memorandum that first emerged on social media on Friday, and was later confirmed as genuine by the Pentagon, the head of the Air Mobility Command, Gen. Mike Minihan, said the main goal should be to deter ‘and, if required, defeat’ China.”

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So, if there will be a major conflict here it will be over Taiwan and most certainly not over the Philippine atolls and sand banks taken and occupied by China from the Philippines and the few tons of fish stolen daily from Philippine waters.

“Much like Vladimir Putin, the Chinese president has grandiose imperialistic ambitions”

Taiwan is a small, democratic independent state with a Taiwanese population of 24 million as of 2020, and 150,000 to 200,000 Filipinos living there. It is just 320 kilometers (200 miles) north of the Philippines. It is claimed by China as part of its sovereign territory. China has declared in recent years that it wants Taiwan back under Beijing’s communist control even with the use of force.

Shortly after the then US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited the island state in August 2020 in a show of US solidarity, China unleashed a…

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Computer Science Course Philippines: Ultimate Guide

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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Course Philippines is an ultimate guide to learning computer science in the Philippines.

 

A computer science course can be an excellent way to gain a strong foundation in the principles of computing. In this type, of course, you will learn about the theoretical concepts related to computer and computing theories as well as, and how to apply them in practical ways. You will also have the opportunity to learn various programming languages and tools.

When choosing a computer science course and technology-related degrees, it is important to find one that is the right fit for your needs and learning style. Some courses are geared towards beginners, while others are more advanced. Make sure to choose one that will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to pursue your desired career path.

In addition, be sure to ask any questions you have about the course before enrolling. The staff at the school should be able to answer any of your questions and help you get started on the right path.

Computer Science Course Outline: What Filipino Students Will Learn?

Computer Science is the study of the theoretical and practical foundations of information and computation. It covers a wide range of topics from the design and analysis of algorithms to the hardware and software implementations of those algorithms. It also includes the study of computer networks, artificial intelligence, and database systems.

In this course, Filipino students will learn the foundations of computer science, including algorithms, data structures, programming languages, and software engineering. You will also have the opportunity to apply these concepts to real-world problems through hands-on projects. Upon completion of this course, you will be prepared to pursue a career in computer science or a related field.

The computer science course will cover the following topics:

– Algorithms and data structures

– Programming languages

– Operating systems

– Databases

– Computer networks

– Artificial intelligence

– Theoretical computer science

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Admission Requirements

Here are the admission requirements for the computer…

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New Web Development Trends in 2022

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