Carriers must act now to avoid FMCSA portal lockouts
In response to increasing cyberattacks, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has enhanced security measures to its website, requiring multifactor authentication. All FMCSA users will have to update login information via a login.gov account by 1 December, a move designed to boost security and prevent breaches. Motor carriers are also advised to consider additional […]
VX-Underground malware collective framed by Phobos ransomware
The VX-Underground malware-sharing collective has been framed by a new variant of Phobos ransomware, indicating the group’s involvement in encryptor attacks. Launched in 2018, Phobos is a form of Ransomware-as-a-Service originating from the Crysis ransomware family. While not an “elite” operation, it has a substantial reach. This latest variant features ransom notes mimicking VX-Underground’s style […]
Near-record 55 percent support abortion rights: Survey
A survey has found that 55% of respondents believe pregnant women should be able to legally obtain an abortion for any reason, marking one of the highest levels of support since the 1970s. The University of Chicago poll also found that 77% of Democrats support unrestricted access to abortion, up from 52% in 2016. Only […]
Hybrid Cloud Security | Tips for IT Leaders
Hybrid cloud infrastructures are beneficial for healthcare organisations, including for remote patient monitoring and real-time data processing. However, the cloud systems must be optimised, secure and compliant with regulations such as HIPAA. IT specialists recommend unified data and application architectures for efficiency, and the use of landing zones, redundancy, secure backups and encryption for security. […]
HIMSSCast: Cedar collaborates with Google Cloud on AI to ease the patient billing experience
Cedar, a healthtech company, has announced it will use Google Cloud’s generative AI tools to help consumers understand and handle their healthcare bills. The AI will be used in areas like customer service, to automate answers to frequently asked questions. Cedar’s planned launch for these tools is in early 2022. The company’s president, Seth Cohen, […]
Report: 42% of Cyberattacks Lack Logs; Small Businesses at Highest Risk
Hello there, my fellow comrades in security and health care. Fancy a good old chin wag about our frequently overlooked friend, telemetry? So, you know the drill, telemetry is all about collecting, transmitting, and measuring data. But here’s the twist, chaps: it appears we’ve got a bit of a blind spot when it comes to […]
The Significance of Specialization in Automotive Cybersecurity
Hey there, Bay Area friends! You know how security in our digital world has become a hotter topic than a cup of Philz Coffee, right? Well, lately the automobile industry has been feeling the heat too. Just a short time ago, car manufacturers all around the globe were a bit hesitant to implement cybersecurity measures. […]
Colonic Organoids Generate Functional Resident Macrophages
Human colonic organoids (HCOs) generated from pluripotent stem cells can develop tissue-resident macrophages. These immune cells behave like those found in the human gastrointestinal tract, responding to inflammation and bacteria. The research presents a new method for creating organoid tissues with resident immune cells, potentially serving as models for inflammatory diseases. The study, published in […]
Novant Health Acquires 3 Tenet Hospitals in South Carolina for $2.4B
Novant Health has purchased three Tenet Healthcare hospitals in South Carolina for $2.4B to grow its healthcare services in the state. The acquisition will expand Novant Health’s presence to Charleston, Hilton Head, and Hardeeville. Services by Tenet’s Conifer Health Solutions subsidiary will be provided for uninterrupted care and enhanced access to outpatient surgeries.
The Disconnect between R&D Costs and High Drug Prices
In the U.S., drugs cost approximately 2.5 times more than in other countries, with the price of new medications increasing by about 20% each year. However, studies have found no correlation between R&D costs and the launch price of drugs. Pharma companies argue that high prices fund future cures but some propose that companies are […]
