Stricter Cloud Data Regulations for Healthcare in Germany
Germany’s new Section 393 SGB V establishes stricter requirements for processing health data in cloud-computing, impacting healthcare providers and medical research.
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MEPS approve EU Health Data Space
MEPs approved the establishment of a European Health Data Space to enhance citizens’ access to their health data, promote secure data sharing, and safeguard privacy.
1.3 Million Patient COVID Test Records Exposed Online
Massive COVID-19 test data leak risks GDPR violations.
“Voice biomarker” tech analyzes your voice for signs of depression
New AI systems can tell if you “sound” mentally or physically unwell.
Former health adviser found guilty of illegally accessing patient records
A former health adviser has been found guilty of accessing medical records of patients without a valid legal reason.
German Federal Office for Information Security Publishes Security Requirements for Healthcare Apps
German Federal Office for Information Security published technical guidelines on security requirements for healthcare apps.
What can browser history inadvertently reveal about a person’s health?
The researchers are mapping third-party tracking across the online health ecosystem to see possible implications for ad targeting, credit scores, insurance coverage, and more.
Google sued for using the NHS data of 1.6 million Britons ‘without their knowledge or consent’
Google is being sued over its use of confidential medical records belonging to 1.6 million individuals in the UK.
Mental health apps have terrible privacy protections
They’re responsible for deeply personal information.
Dedalus Biologie fined 1.5 million euros for health data breach
CNIL imposed an administrative fine of 1.5 million euros on DEDALUS BIOLOGIE or health data breach.
Intimate data: can a person who tracks their steps, sleep and food ever truly be free?
Big tech now encourages us to monitor everything via smartphones and watches. How much privacy have we lost to the promise of self improvement – and is it time to stop?
Lawsuit prepped against Google for using Brit patients’ data
Royal Free Hospital saga continues as representative action brought.