Information is power, and personally identifiable information (PII) is an extremely powerful asset that is fueling the rapid growth of online fraud (also known as the Digital Identity Crisis). PII is any piece of data that someone could use to figure out who you are. Historical data such as your name, date of birth, or Social Security Number come to mind, but social media sites, e-commerce platforms, credit card companies, government agencies, and employers all … More
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