Experian's annual breach forecast emphasizes the increasing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity threats expected for 2025, highlighting a shift from traditional concerns such as ransomware and supply chain breaches. Michael Bruemmer, Experian's vice president of global data breach resolution, points out that AI is involved in a significant majority of hacking incidents, yet many executives are still unaware of its risks. The rise of generative AI makes data centers more appealing targets for cybercriminals, as their substantial energy demands introduce new vulnerabilities. This changing landscape calls for organizations to reevaluate their cybersecurity strategies. Additionally, younger individuals, particularly those familiar with AI through gaming and social media, are anticipated to increasingly contribute to the cybercrime landscape, with the average age of those arrested for cyber offenses currently at 19.

AI-Driven Cyber Threats Surge: Experian's 2025 Breach Forecast Revealed Insurance Journal

As the healthcare and IT sectors prepare for the challenges of 2025, a strategic focus on workforce well-being, mental health, and compassionate interactions is critical. The article highlights the diminishing stigma around mental health and the importance of supporting colleagues and communities in navigating the emotional impacts of recent global events. By promoting kindness and open communication, healthcare professionals can foster a supportive workplace culture that enhances patient care. Additionally, the need for collaboration and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are emphasized as means to improve both patient outcomes and employee satisfaction. Finally, securing IT environments and adopting digital services are outlined as essential steps for protecting patient data and maintaining competitiveness in the evolving healthcare landscape.

Empowering Healthcare: Prioritizing Mental Health and Collaboration for 2025 StarBridge Advisors

The American Telemedicine Association (ATA) and ATA Action have endorsed a draft Continuing Resolution (CR) that proposes substantial extensions for telehealth services, pending congressional approval. Key elements of the legislation include a two-year extension of Medicare telehealth flexibilities and first-dollar coverage for high-deductible health plans, along with a five-year extension of the Acute Hospital Care at Home program. Additionally, the draft allows for cardiopulmonary rehabilitation services to be delivered via telehealth for Medicare beneficiaries in 2025 and 2026, marking significant advancements in virtual healthcare accessibility.

Telehealth Gains Momentum: Key Extensions Proposed in New Legislation American Telemedicine Association

The integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning in medical devices has surged, with the FDA approving nearly 250 such devices by 2023, compared to under 10 in 2013. However, a study from Boston Children's Hospital reveals a significant gap in the pediatric application of these technologies, with only about 40 devices approved for children this year and just 20 percent of them incorporating pediatric data in their algorithms. Researchers Dr. Ryan Brewster and Dr. Florence Bourgeois found that a majority of AI devices were either aimed at adults or lacked specified pediatric use, raising concerns about the safety and efficacy of adult-based algorithms when applied to children.

AI Medical Devices Surge, But Pediatric Testing Lags Behind Boston Children's Hospital