The year 2024 presented numerous challenges for New Zealand’s digital health sector, overseen by Health New Zealand (Te Whatu Ora) and its Data & Digital division. This sector struggled with significant setbacks, administrative upheaval, and budget cuts, yet there were notable advancements in c
December 9, 2024The recent surge in Bitcoin, marked by its unprecedented climb to an all-time high of $82,400 following Donald J. Trump’s victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, is a testament to the cryptocurrency market's volatile yet promising nature. This rise is fueled by speculation that Trump’s
November 22, 2024Ransomware attacks on healthcare systems have escalated into a global crisis, threatening patient safety and the stability of health infrastructures worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) has been sounding alarms about the growing sophistication and financial damage caused by these
November 21, 2024In a move aimed at bolstering defenses amidst the rising tide of cyber attacks on UK healthcare systems, the Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care System (ICS) has selected the Cynerio cybersecurity platform. This decision comes in the wake of significant breaches, particularly the ransomware
October 29, 2024UnitedHealth Group, one of the largest healthcare companies in the United States, faced significant challenges in Q3 2024 due to a ransomware attack on its subsidiary, Change Healthcare. Despite these disruptions, UnitedHealth has demonstrated resilience, maintaining a robust financial outlook and
October 16, 2024The rise in ransomware attacks on healthcare providers has brought new urgency to the discussion on cybersecurity within the healthcare sector. With groups like the Trinity Ransomware group targeting organizations in both the United States and the United Kingdom, it's clear that traditional
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