confidential knowledge
[kən-ˈfi-den-shəl ˈnä-lij]
noun phrasepl: confidential knowledge (uncountable) / instances of confidential knowledge
conhecimento confidencial
1. Information or understanding that is private, secret, and restricted to authorized individuals; knowledge that must be kept private due to its sensitive nature
The CEO shared confidential knowledge about the merger only with the board members.
O CEO compartilhou conhecimento confidencial sobre a fusão apenas com os membros do conselho.
2. Proprietary or trade secret information that provides competitive advantage and must be protected
Employees must sign agreements protecting the company's confidential knowledge.
Os funcionários devem assinar acordos que protejam o conhecimento confidencial da empresa.
3. Personal or private information disclosed in trust that should not be shared with others
A therapist is bound by law to protect clients' confidential knowledge.
Um terapeuta está obrigado pela lei a proteger o conhecimento confidencial dos clientes.
In both Brazilian and American business cultures, the protection of confidential knowledge is legally and ethically crucial. In Brazil, confidentiality agreements (NDAs) are increasingly common in corporate settings, particularly in tech and financial sectors. In the USA, violation of confidentiality can result in significant legal consequences. The concept is deeply embedded in professional ethics across both cultures.
NYC Slang
inside dope; the lowdown; hush-hush info
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