data anonymization
[/ˈdeɪtə ænənɪmaɪˈzeɪʃən/]
nounpl: data anonymizations
anonimização de dados
1. The process of removing or obscuring personally identifiable information from datasets so that individuals cannot be identified
Data anonymization is essential for protecting patient privacy in medical research studies.
A anonimização de dados é essencial para proteger a privacidade do paciente em estudos de pesquisa médica.
2. A technique used to comply with data protection regulations by rendering personal data non-identifiable
The company implemented data anonymization to ensure GDPR compliance.
A empresa implementou anonimização de dados para garantir conformidade com a LGPD.
With the implementation of LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados) in Brazil in 2020 and GDPR in Europe, data anonymization has become increasingly important in corporate compliance strategies. The term is widely used in tech companies, financial institutions, and healthcare sectors across Brazil and Portuguese-speaking countries. It reflects a growing cultural emphasis on individual privacy rights and data protection as fundamental concerns in the digital economy.
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