Masking sensitive data is one of the most effective methods to protect PII, however, not every technique is created equal. Learn the ins and outs of PII Masking and which form works best for you. What is PII Masking? Data or PII masking is a non-reversible transformation process that “masks” sensitive data by partially or fully replacing characters with a … Read More
Can AI Accurately Identify Person Names in Text?
Detecting person names correctly while avoiding false positives is a real time-saver for breach investigations, DSARs, and regulatory compliance. But can this process be automated with AI? Let’s find out. Person Name Identifiers A person name identifier is any information that can be used to directly or indirectly identify an individual, with their actual name being the primary example. Use … Read More
Discovering Person Names in Texts Made Easy
PII Tools streamlines detecting person names with +99% accuracy, even rolling them into Person Cards® for easier export and remediation. Let’s find out how. Basics of Person Name Discovery Detecting people’s names in text is the most fundamental activity in sensitive data discovery. But there are many ways to achieve this task, some more effective than others. The main driver … Read More
Making GDPR Compliance Simple
By now, we should all be well aware of the GDPR and what it means for our business. How is it then that so many companies remain GDPR non-compliant? Is the regulation too complicated, too time-consuming, or is it just a hassle? Discover everything you need to know to easily comply with the GDPR today. What is the GDPR and … Read More
