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Quantified Self and Privacy: How much monitoring is too much?

Quantified Self and Privacy: How much monitoring is too much?

The quantified self movement encourages people to track their health and behavior through wearables, apps, and digital platforms. Whether it’s sleep patterns, calories burned, heart rate, or mood levels—there’s virtually no limit to what can be measured. But while this data promises greater self-awareness and improved health, ...

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Sep 5, 2025   •  2 min read

Implantable Wearables: The next big security risk?

Implantable Wearables: The next big security risk?

Wearables have become a regular part of daily life, but the next generation is going one step further: implantable wearables. These tiny devices can track health data in real time, monitor medication dosages, or even support neurological functions. While the benefits are clear, they also pose significant security risks. Is ...

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Sep 3, 2025   •  2 min read

Medical Research and Wearables: How secure are studies using collected data?

Medical Research and Wearables: How secure are studies using collected data?

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

Data Monetization via Wearables: Who profits from your health data?

Data Monetizazion via Wearables: Who profits from your health data?

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

Cybersecurity by Law: What new regulations are coming for Wearables?

Cybersecurity by Law: What new regulations are coming for Wearables?

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