According to Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, advancements in artificial intelligence will render humans unnecessary “for most things” within the next 10 years, CNBC reported March 26. Speaking on NBC’s The Tonight Show in February, Mr. Gates predicted AI would eliminate…

The FBI is investigating a cyberattack on Oracle’s computer systems in which hackers stole patient data to extort multiple U.S. healthcare providers, Bloomberg reported March 28. Oracle notified some healthcare customers earlier this month that the breach occurred sometime after…

Agentic AI is quickly becoming the next target for healthcare leaders as they integrate current technologies successfully and look for even better outcomes. Many academic health systems are beginning AI agent pilots and seeing early returns. “The emerging technology that…

Change Healthcare is seeking to dismiss a consolidated lawsuit stemming from its Feb. 21 ransomware attack, arguing the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota lacks jurisdiction over most of the claims. The cyberattack, linked to the ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware…

Health systems continue to partner with Big Tech on AI and cybersecurity projects. Here are eight collaborations reported by Becker’s in the past month: 1. Hartford HealthCare wants to be a “house with 1,000 doors,” President and CEO Jeffrey Flaks…

While 83% of healthcare executives are piloting generative AI, fewer than 10% have the infrastructure necessary for enterprisewide deployment, Accenture found. Still, leaders recognize the technology’s potential benefits, according to the IT consulting firm’s March report. Here is what healthcare…

VCU Health CIO Ellen Wiegand said it’s “not flashy” to say you’re spending money to turn off old IT systems, but it’s necessary to make way for emerging technologies like AI. Ms. Wiegand was recently recognized for her IT work…

Cyberattacks have hit 78% of U.S. healthcare organizations, with the average cost of a breach soaring to $11 million per incident — largely due to ransomware attacks — according to a March 28 report from Black Book Market Research. Black…

Charlotte, N.C.-based Atrium Health has launched its first pediatric hospital-at-home program. The program, which brings high-quality care to pediatric patients’ homes, officially rolled out in February. “The city and our region has been growing tremendously over the last five to…

The White House issued an executive order March 19 aimed at strengthening cybersecurity and protecting critical infrastructure from cyberattacks. The order calls on states and communities to take the lead in safeguarding infrastructure and addressing risks such as cyberattacks, natural…