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Philippines privacy regulator clarifies use of sensitive personal data for legal purposes

By Jet Damazo-Santos ( August 14, 2024, 06:00 GMT | Insight) -- The Philippines’ privacy regulator has issued an advisory clarifying how sensitive personal information can be used to protect lawful rights and interests, or to establish or defend legal claims. “While the protection of personal data is a fundamental right, we recognize that there are instances where processing such data is essential for upholding justice and the rule of law,” Privacy Commissioner John Henry Naga said in a statement today.  The Philippines’ privacy regulator has issued an advisory clarifying how sensitive personal information can be used to protect lawful rights and interests, or to establish or defend legal claims....

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