Privacy in Practice with Smart Pseudonymization - Lessons from the Belgian Public Sector

Explore the evolution and implementation of privacy protection technologies in this 50-minute conference talk from Devoxx. Trace the history of identity concealment from ancient physical masks to modern digital pseudonymization techniques. Discover how the Belgian public sector balances privacy protection with data utilization through innovative cryptographic systems. Learn about three practical pseudonymization methods designed for social security and healthcare applications, currently safeguarding personal data in Belgium. Gain insights into the challenges and solutions for maintaining citizen privacy while maximizing societal value in the digital age.