The T20 and M40 groups are hesitant to register on the Central Database Hub (PADU) due to security and privacy concerns, registration difficulties, and a lack of perceived benefits.
Users cite issues with PADU’s Know Your Customer (eKYC) process, language barriers in the registration questions, and concerns about data security and potential leaks, according to The Star.
Some individuals, like Fong and Gina Wong, express disinterest due to ineligibility for subsidies and worries about personal information safety.
Others, like John Lo and May Ling, see no advantage in registering and are sceptical of the system’s integrity.
Fiona Tan highlights cybersecurity worries and calls for a more secure system before considering registration.
Retiree Salahuddin fears online scams and government data breaches, while Siti Maria’s relatives await improved security measures before signing up.
Penny and her family found online registration challenging and opted for a physical registration counter instead.
The public can register on PADU until 31 March 2024, allowing users to review and confirm 30 personal details, such as their identity card number, household number, and residential address.
PADU aims to collect socioeconomic data for informed policy decisions but faces significant public scepticism and registration hurdles.
