The government has started tracing organized syndicates using pre-registered SIM cards to scam people, amid questions on how this scheme
Earlier, lawmakers urged the DICT to explain the proliferation of text scams despite the presence of the SIM Registration Law.
Each SIM may cost at least P500, Uy said. He also warned the public from participating in selling their SIMs.The official said these individuals probably do not know that in the case of a lawsuit — particularly involving the use of SIM cards—they will still be part of the case, and will need legal counsel, which can be costly.
Uy warned about the magnitude of these syndicates, noting they were “very well-funded” since criminals supposedly finance these scams. He added that these syndicates are also “highly technical.”
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