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by int_19h 1354 days ago
Why do they keep it after opening your account / activating your SIM, though?
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peterkelly 1354 days ago
Because they're irresponsible. There's no reason to hang on to this information once they've verified it.
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Reebz 1354 days ago
That’s incorrect. They are obligated by law to retain it for 6-7 years for KYC purposes.
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collegeburner 1354 days ago
KYC for a gd phone number... honestly the whole attacks on E2EE make a lot more sense now with the background of that kinda shady stuff going on beforehand. praying for y'all, hope the digital rights situation gets better there.
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