SSS calls out to members; be vigilant against fixers and scammers

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The Social Security System (SSS) is reminding all members and employers to protect their personal information and be vigilant against fixers and scammers following the increasing reports on fraud incidents.

“We are deeply concerned with the increasing number of fraud victims who are mostly our members. That's why we constantly remind them not to patronize these individuals. Never share your SS Number, My.SSS login credentials and other personal information with individuals who claim to be SSS employees because these will be compromised and used in illegal activities,” SSS President and Chief Executive Officer Aurora C. Ignacio said.

SSS further warns the public against joining Facebook Groups, offering assistance on various online transactions for a fee. SSS offers free services and doesn’t charge from its members except for Unified Multi-purpose ID Card (UMID) replacement. These groups are considered illegal and unauthorized as they could be data mining accounts used to extract an individual’s personal information.

“We also reiterate that SSS shall not be held accountable for any transactions once the member is found to have connived with the fixer. This act is considered a violation R.A. No. 11032 or the Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act of 2018 as well as R.A. 11199 or the Social Security Act of 2018. Hence, we strongly advise our members to coordinate with legitimate SSS branch personnel only. Aside from that, E-centers are also available in SSS branches where they can be assisted by our member service representatives. We also made our My.SSS Portal and SSS Mobile App user-friendly which they can easily navigate and proceed with their online transactions.” added Ignacio.

As part of SSS’ initiatives to curb these illegal activities, social media posts and accounts were taken down in coordination with the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group. This is an ongoing operation since these accounts are evident in social media accounts. Sending your complaints will provide notable information which will help the authorities to track them. Rest assured that the SSS shall penalize these fixers/scammers to protect the interests of our members and employers.” Ignacio concluded.

Concerned citizens and victims may report fixers/scammers to the Special Investigation Department (SID) through email fid@sss.gov.ph and telephone number (02) 8924-7370.

For accurate information and updates on SSS programs and benefits, visit and follow SSS on Facebook and YouTube at “Philippine Social Security System,” Instagram at “mysssph,” Twitter at “PHLSSS,” join its Viber Community at “MYSSSPH Updates,” or visit the uSSSapTayo Portal at https://crms.sss.gov.ph/.

Level Infinite’s Open-World MMO Chimeraland Invites Southeast Asia Players To Embrace Mythol

 

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With over 500,000 pre-registrants, game opens its gates to more players in Southeast Asia

Level Infinite has officially launched Chimeraland, a massively multiplayer online game, in Southeast Asia for players in the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand on PC, iOS and Android devices.

Inspired by the major source of Eastern mythology, Classic of Mountains and Seas, mythical figures, cultures, and ethnic peoples of the ancient world helped form the creative foundation for Chimeraland.

The vast open world features a 4,000-square kilometer sandbox spanning four continents, seas, and oceans that players can freely explore and experience endless possibilities. More than just an adventure game, Chimeraland also encourages players to lay down roots and build their own homes, while performing activities such as fishing, farming and trading for increased immersion. 

Chimeraland is also a land of fascinating ancient creatures and beasts, which players can hunt, capture, and raise as pets of three types: Rides, Followers, and Companions. Players can further customize the appearance of their in-game pets by combining them in pairs, and use them as modes of transportation or companions in battle.

Additionally, players can enjoy the game together by teaming up to defeat enormous beasts and monsters using different weapons and strategies in both Player versus Environment (PvE) and Player versus Player (PvP) modes, providing players with different degrees of challenges to tackle solo or as a group.

The launch of Chimeraland comes a month after pre-registration was opened for the game in the Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Indonesia. With more than 500,000 registrants to date, the development team has rewarded early adopters with special gifts such as cowries, pet eggs and legendary pills ahead of the full launch. The team has also shared updates and engaged the community in discussions over game concepts and mechanics.

“There are many lucrative opportunities in Southeast Asia, especially when it comes to gaming, seeing as there are millions of mobile, PC, and console gamers in the region. With Chimeraland, we at Level Infinite hope to successfully enter the mobile and PC gaming landscape in Southeast Asia, cater to a large population of avid gamers, and become the top publisher of high-quality games in the region, and eventually, the rest of the world,” Phyllis Chen, Game Producer explained.

Chimeraland is also the first title under Tencent Games’ new publishing division, Level Infinite, which was launched in December 2021 to elevate its position as a global publisher and brand in the gaming space.

To find out more and download the game, players should visit here for more details.

Crowdfunding Platform Provides Free Unlimited Medical e-Consultation to Filipinos this New Year

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Airfunding, a global crowdfunding platform is set to give thousands of unlimited medical e-consultations to Filipinos this New year. As part of its commitment to help Filipinos especially this time of the pandemic, the said crowdfunding company is set to give free digital vouchers from one of the Philippines trusted e-consult providers, KonsultaMD that can be used at any time for the whole month starting its activation. Recipients will have access to a huge range and list of doctors for the whole month with no cost to them.

The free medical e-consultation initiative is another first from any crowdfunding platform in the world that facilitates undergoing medical consultations via an online platform. The initiative’s purpose is to provide medical advice to those who either cannot afford it or do not have access to it. It also aims to reduce the pressure on hospitals and clinics in these times of pandemics. Through this program, the elderly and the most vulnerable groups who can’t go to hospitals and clinics will be able to receive high-quality, professional, and timely e-medical consultations through this platform.

CEO and Founder of Kiheitai Inc, Ryosuke Abe said, “Airfunding has deeply cared for Filipinos since we started in 2018 over 7,000 projects were created, and to show our appreciation this new year, we are giving them a gift of health that they can use almost instantly. We do hope that our relationship with Filipinos will continue for years on”

For more information on how you can avail of this free medical e-consultation please visit our event page at https://bit.ly/3GTAWU2