"CA Approves Ad Interim Appointments of 36 AFP Officers Amid Cybersecurity Concerns" This title accurately reflects the content of the blog post, which discusses the confirmation by the Commission on Appointments (CA) of 36 senior officers from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), amidst concerns about cybersecurity and national security.

Title CA Approves Ad Interim Appointments of 36 AFP Officers Amid Cybersecurity Concerns

In a significant move that has sparked concerns about cybersecurity and national security, the Commission on Appointments (CA) has confirmed the ad interim appointments of 36 senior officers from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). This development comes just three days before Congress adjourns for the campaign season.

During the CA confirmation hearing, senators raised several issues related to cybersecurity and the use of Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) apps by Filipino soldiers. Senators Ronald Dela Rosa and Risa Hontiveros grilled some of the AFP officials, including Brig. Gen. Constancio Espina II, commander of the AFP Communications, Electronics and Information Systems Services.

One of the main concerns raised was the use of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI app that has surpassed ChatGPT as the No. 1 downloaded free app in recent weeks. This has raised alarm bells for national security experts given China's requirements for domestic firms to share data with Beijing.

Senator Dela Rosa asked Espina about measures being taken to prevent soldiers from using DeepSeek, which could potentially compromise national security. Espina assured that all information and communications would pass through a secure network provided by the AFP.

Meanwhile, Senator Hontiveros expressed concern over data breaches and cyber intrusion issues besetting the country. She inquired about the status of the AFP's cyber defense doctrine, to which Espina replied that it had already been crafted and was part of the third horizon modernization program aimed at boosting the capability of the AFP.

As we navigate the complexities of cybersecurity and national security, it is essential for us to be aware of the potential risks and threats lurking in the shadows. It is crucial that we remain vigilant and take proactive steps to mitigate these risks.

Note The last paragraph was removed as it seems out of place and unrelated to the main topic of the blog post.

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