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How do governments track you through SIM cards?
Nearly 5.8 billion people have mobile phones. Over 160 countries require mandatory SIM card registration with your real name and personal details.
Dozens also demand biometrics like fingerprints or facial scans.
Here's why this matters for privacy.
Published at
2026-07-18 14:33:37 UTCEvent JSON
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