McLaren Health Care’s IT platforms have been restored after a cyberattack, with all temporary procedures lifted. Patients can access electronic medical records and schedule appointments. The attack affected 13 hospitals, one year after a ransomware attack that exposed patient information. Cyberattacks on healthcare have nearly doubled, with ransomware dominating. The average breach cost for healthcare organizations is nearly $11 million.

Identity Theft Surges as Criminals Deploy Advanced Tactics to Steal Personal Data
In 2024, identity theft surged, leading to over $16 billion in U.S. losses. Criminals exploit generative AI, deepfakes, and sophisticated phishing tactics, with synthetic identity