As surgical robotics become more prevalent in healthcare, concerns are rising about cybersecurity risks. Issues include operational disruptions, unauthorized access and data breaches, which could have severe consequences such as patient information theft and even interference with surgical procedures. Healthcare organizations are being urged to implement antivirus measures, continuous software updates, disaster recovery plans and multi-factor authentication systems to mitigate these risks. Regular audits are also recommended to assess and rectify potential vulnerabilities.

Microsoft Strengthens Outlook’s Email Ecosystem to Protect Inboxes
Microsoft Outlook will implement stricter authentication for domains sending over 5,000 emails daily starting May 5, 2025. Compliance with SPF, DKIM, and DMARC protocols is