Medical studies using wearables promise enormous progress—from real-time health monitoring to better clinical trial data. But at the same time, they raise serious concerns: How securely is the data stored? Who has access to it? And what happens if health data is misused? This article examines how secure wearable-supported ...
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Sep 1, 2025 • 2 min read
Wearables are no longer just fitness trackers—they continuously collect health data, analyze movement patterns, and monitor physiological changes. While users often believe this data belongs solely to them, the reality is more complex. Many companies have discovered that this information is extremely valuable and are monetizing it on a ...
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Aug 29, 2025 • 2 min read
Digital devices—including wearables—are becoming increasingly important in healthcare and everyday life. But with growing connectivity come higher security requirements. The European Union and other jurisdictions are responding with new legal frameworks. These will require manufacturers to integrate cybersecurity into the design of their devices. This article outlines the ...
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Aug 27, 2025 • 2 min read
The line between lifestyle gadgets and medical devices is becoming increasingly blurred. More and more wearables are offering functions that go beyond fitness tracking—providing ECGs, blood sugar measurements, or fall detection. But as soon as a wearable performs a medical purpose, it is subject to the strict regulations of ...
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Aug 25, 2025 • 2 min read
Wearables increasingly provide medical functions—tracking heart rate, oxygen saturation, ECG, and even blood sugar. But what happens if this data is incorrect and results in harm? Who is responsible when a wearable device provides false or misleading health information? This article explores the complex issue of liability and legal ...
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Aug 22, 2025 • 2 min read