GAO advises FDA, CISA to update agreement reflecting organizational changes to address medical device cybersecurity. FDA, CISA should enhance roles clarity in cybersecurity strategy. The outdated agreement doesn't cover all collaboration practices. Cyber threats to medical devices could delay patient care, expose sensitive data, disrupt healthcare operations and require costly recovery. FDA ensures safety and effectiveness of medical devices sold in U.S. The report addresses non-federal entities accessing federal support, federal agencies facing challenges, coordination of key agencies, and limits in agencies' authority over medical device cybersecurity. The report cites vulnerabilities in medical devices leading to cyber incidents. Last month, GAO identified need for full implementation of incident response requirements among federal agencies.

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SpaceX launching first six Starlink satellites for direct-to-cell internet service, if not on Jan. 2 possibly Jan.3. Launch livestream 15mins before lift off on platform X. Launch counts 21 satellites total, exceeding 5000 in orbit. Tech allowing space-based internet on smartphones, boosts Starlink profitability whilst continuing Mars human mission plan.

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Healthcare organizations need to ensure safe pixel tracking practices comply with privacy laws. Online tracking tools like pixels can generate healthcare policy debates. There's criticism of Health and Human Services Office guidance limiting use of pixels on websites, apps by HIPAA-covered entities. Advocate Aurora Health paid $12.2 million over pixel-related data breach. Pixels are used in ads, capturing data points like IP addresses, browser types. Compared to cookies, pixels are more difficult to disable. Concern arises when health data acquired by pixels are shared with third-party tracking-technology companies. FTC regulates health apps, non-HIPAA firms in response to sensitive data exposure. Serious consequences, including lawsuits and FTC actions, possible.

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Dyson awards UK-based Dotplot, a home breast cancer detection device, for early diagnostic tech innovation. Dotplot, created by Debra Babalola and Shefali Bohra after a personal cancer scare, facilitates monthly guided self-checks and highlights developing tissue abnormalities via an app and handheld device. Despite its technical advancement, medics emphasize its supplementary role to professional consultations. Dotplot, also winner of Venture Catalyst Challenge and Helen Hamlyn Design Award, proceeds to Dyson's international award level.

At-Home Breast Cancer Detection Device Nabs UK Dyson Award MD+DI Online