Data Privacy, HIPAA Loopholes, and the Future of Virtual Care: 23andMe’s Bankruptcy and Sale
This piece explains how HIPAA privacy gaps and the shift toward virtual care could affect data governance and vendor risk. For business leaders using AI-powered health services or remote marketing, it underscores the need for stronger privacy controls and contingency planning.
Legacy Treatment Services Data Breach Affects 42,000 Individuals
The breach underscores the importance of data security and third-party risk management for any business handling health information, as disruptions and notification costs can impact customer trust and revenue. For marketing and AI initiatives, this highlights the need for robust vendor oversight and rapid incident response.
XRP Healthcare M&A Holding Inc. Launches Africa’s First HIPAA-Grade Digital Health App
This announcement signals growing adoption of HIPAA-compliant digital health platforms, highlighting the need for businesses using AI and digital marketing in health to partner with compliant apps and protect patient data. It underscores a shift toward secure health tech partnerships critical for credible patient-facing campaigns.
Office for Civil Rights Authorized to Administer and Enforce the Part 2 Regulations
The Part 2 privacy regulations remain a key compliance focus for providers serving sensitive health data, and OCR enforcement reinforces the need for careful data sharing in AI-driven marketing and health apps. This highlights the ongoing risk of noncompliance for any health-tech initiative.