Today's Top 20 Health IT Articles
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5 major risks for hospitals in 2024
Executive leaders and board members at some of the largest U.S. health systems said that artificial intelligence and new technologies were the top risks they were most concerned about in 2024, according to a Jan. 22 report from Kodiak. -
Ransomware gang takes responsibility for hospital hack
Money Message ransomware gang is claiming to be responsible for the Dec. 24 hack on Newburyport, Mass.-based Anna Jaques Hospital, The Record reported Jan. 19. -
Why hackers are extorting patients directly
Hackers are increasingly attempting to extort patients directly as health systems bolster their cyber defenses, Bloomberg Law reported Jan. 22. -
Amazon's vision for a 'frictionless' future in healthcare
In 2024, Amazon will be zeroing in on making healthcare easier for consumers as well as upping its partnerships with health systems through One Medical, its virtual and in-person primary care company. -
Optum in the headlines: 6 updates
From launching a new weight management and wellness support program to the proposed acquisition of Corvallis Clinic, here are six updates on Optum Becker's has reported since Dec. 12: -
Why health systems are laying off IT workers
CIOs told Becker's the recent rash of IT layoffs at health systems isn't surprising given the financial challenges in healthcare, but that cutting on the tech side can be short-sighted. -
Hackers 'spearfish' HHS, steal $7.5M
Hackers pilfered about $7.5 million from HHS last year using a technique called "spearfishing," illustrating the continued cybersecurity threat facing healthcare, Bloomberg reported. -
The nonprofit teaming up with health systems on AI transparency
Academic hospitals and technology firms are a part of a nonprofit that is setting out to establish a network of laboratories across the country to test healthcare artificial intelligence tools. -
Takeaways from Penn Medicine's AI conference
AI will revolutionize every aspect of healthcare, including drug, medical device, and medical software regulation; clinical education and more, according to three panelists at a Jan. 12 forum hosted by Philadelphia-based University of Pennsylvania's Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics. -
Waystar fights lawsuit after buying Olive AI
Waystar is fighting a lawsuit from an Ohio economic development organization over its purchase of Olive AI, Columbus Business First reported. -
How much CIOs can expect to earn in '24
Top IT leaders can expect to be paid healthily in 2024, with base compensation ranging from $175,000 to $500,000 and above, CIO reported. -
10 most influential healthcare data analytics leaders
Ten healthcare leaders were named "Most Influential Data & Analytics Leaders in the USA's Healthcare Sector for 2024" by Aim Research. -
The many hats of the healthcare CIO
The role of a healthcare CIO has transcended its traditional boundaries, presenting both increased responsibility and exciting opportunities in 2024. -
Epic accused of patent infringement
EHR vendor Epic Systems is facing a patent infringement lawsuit over its patient portal software MyChart. -
Is General Catalyst's 'bold bet' the future of healthcare? Hospital execs are watching
Hospital C-suite leaders told Becker's that time will tell whether General Catalyst's acquisition of an Ohio health system is the future of healthcare — but they are paying close attention. -
'Punishing the victims': Would banning ransom payments stop hospital cyberattacks?
As ransomware attacks on hospitals and health systems hit an all-time high in 2023, executives, legislators and patients alike are searching for a solution. -
WHO releases AI ethics guidance
The World Health Organization has released guidance for the use of large language models and artificial intelligence in healthcare. -
Pixel tracking lawsuit against Meta likely to advance
A putative class-action lawsuit against Meta over its pixel-tracking tools placed on health systems' patient portals will likely proceed in court, GovInfoSecurity reported Jan. 17. -
Samsung deepens healthcare wearables push
Samsung confirmed it will release a new smart ring, dubbed the 'Galaxy Ring', which has been described as 'powerful and accessible' for users who wish to monitor health data. -
Debate grows over generative AI for nurses at UCSF Health
San Francisco-based UCSF Health is implementing an AI model for nurses to enhance patient care and efficiency, but some staff members oppose the move.
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