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Re-identification risk in business data

By SourceX Editorial · Updated

Short answer

Re-identification happens when removed details can be pieced back together. It's lowered by removing indirect identifiers, generalizing rare facts, reviewing samples and banning re-identification in the license.

Indirect identifiers#

Job titles, dates, locations and rare events can identify people in combination.

Controls#

Generalize, exclude, review and contract.

  1. 01Your work records
  2. 02Personal details removed
  3. 03You approve the release
  4. 04Licensed to AI developers
How it works with SourceX: Your work records → Personal details removed → You approve the release → Licensed to AI developers.Illustrative

How SourceX handles it#

SourceX starts with a short fit check that shares no data. If it fits, rights are reviewed, a copy is prepared with personal and confidential details removed, and your company approves exactly what leaves before anything is delivered under a signed license.

Frequently asked questions

Who is liable if someone re-identifies data?

The license puts that responsibility on the buyer; counsel confirms the details.

Is this legal advice?

No. It is general information; your counsel should review any specific deal.

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