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Channel Post MEA
23-07-2025
- Health
- Channel Post MEA
NTT Data: Healthcare Organizations Struggle To Create Cohesion Between GenAI Ambitions And Strategies
Research by NTT DATA reveals that healthcare organizations are struggling to create cohesion between their GenAI ambitions and strategies. More than 80% of healthcare organization leaders surveyed said they have a well-defined GenAl strategy, but only 40% agreed their GenAl strategy strongly aligns with their business strategy. Only 54% classified their GenAI capability as high performing. GenAI already is transforming healthcare through enhanced quality of patient and provider experiences as well as better financial outcomes. Yet even greater improvements and return on investment are hindered by challenges in data security, privacy, ethics and regulatory compliance. These findings are among the highlights of NTT DATA's new executive insight report, GenAI: The Care Plan for Powering Positive Health Outcomes. The report is based on responses from 425 decision makers and influencers from healthcare organizations across 33 countries. Key Findings 94% of respondents say GenAI accelerates R&D to enable faster access to new treatments, improved diagnostics, predictive analytics and task automation. 95% believe cloud-based solutions are the most practical and cost-effective option for their GenAI technology needs. 75% acknowledge a lack of necessary skills to work with GenAI effectively, while 93% are addressing GenAI's impact on employee roles and responsibilities. 'To achieve GenAI's full potential in healthcare, organizations must align the technology to their business strategies, develop comprehensive workforce training, and implement multilayered governance strategies that prioritize people and keep humans in the loop,' said Sundar Srinivasan, Head of Healthcare, NTT DATA North America. 'It's vital to transparently show how the technology benefits patients by complementing human workers.' Human-centric GenAI solutions enable clinicians and administrative staff to work more efficiently while maintaining a safe, patient-centered approach to healthcare. For instance, GenAI technology can predict chronic diseases to enable early intervention and can also reduce handling time for prior authorization inquiries. In another example, NTT DATA and Duke Health are using GenAI to create an advanced interactive model for home care to improve outcomes while reducing workloads and stress for clinicians, hospitals and patients. Improved compliance and process adherence are among top outcomes from current GenAI investments, yet a massive 91% of healthcare executives are fearful of privacy violations and potential misuse of Protected Health Information (PHI). Just 42% strongly agree their existing cybersecurity controls effectively protect current GenAI applications. That said, 87% of respondents agree the existing benefits and long-term potential of GenAI outweigh security and legal risks. 59% plan significant GenAI investments over the next two years. Other challenges for rapid and responsible GenAI implementation in healthcare include outdated technology infrastructure and data readiness. 91% say legacy infrastructure greatly affects their ability to use GenAI, while 44% strongly agree they have sufficiently invested in data storage and processing capabilities for GenAI workloads. Only 48% have assessed the GenAI readiness of their data and platforms. 'In addition to clearly supporting operating objectives, AI systems also must be aligned with regulatory and clinical guidelines,' Srinivasan said. 'Success hinges on high data quality and establishing collaborative decision-making teams.'
Business Upturn
23-07-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
iDox.ai Announces Launch of iDox.ai Privacy Scout: AI-Powered Solution That Goes Beyond DLP to Protect Sensitive Data in Real Time
By GlobeNewswire Published on July 23, 2025, 02:21 IST Fremont, California , July 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — a U.S.-based provider of AI-powered document compliance tools , announces the launch of Privacy Scout, an advanced Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solution engineered to detect and protect sensitive information in real time, particularly in environments deploying Generative AI. As organizations adopt artificial intelligence across industries, new challenges emerge in safeguarding Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI), and other confidential data. Privacy Scout responds to these challenges by offering an automated solution that monitors and intercepts sensitive information before it can be exposed or misused. Importantly, Privacy Scout promotes the secure sharing of documents with AI tools while protecting the PII within them. Unlike traditional DLP tools, Privacy Scout doesn't treat next-generation AI as a threat—it enables its safe use. This is a key differentiator that empowers organizations to embrace AI innovation without compromising on privacy. Key capabilities of Privacy Scout include: Real-Time Detection and Redaction: The system applies intelligent AI models to scan documents and files for sensitive content. It instantly redacts or restricts access to flagged data, preventing unauthorized disclosure. The system applies intelligent AI models to scan documents and files for sensitive content. It instantly redacts or restricts access to flagged data, preventing unauthorized disclosure. Industry-Wide Compatibility: Built for seamless deployment across healthcare, finance, legal, corporate IT, and government sectors, Privacy Scout integrates effortlessly into existing workflows while strengthening your organization's data protection framework. The application installs directly on employees' devices, ensuring immediate protection at the endpoint. For enterprise environments, it includes a centralized management console for streamlined oversight, policy enforcement, and user activity monitoring. Compliance Support: Privacy Scout helps organizations meet global data protection regulations such as HIPAA and GDPR, making it a strategic asset for businesses aiming to maintain data security and regulatory compliance. 'With the rise of Generative AI, businesses face new risks related to data privacy and unintentional information leaks,' said Jeremy Wei, CEO of ' Privacy Scout offers a reliable DLP solution that allows organizations to stay compliant while leveraging the advantages of AI.' Privacy Scout joins suite of AI-driven compliance products, which includes tools for redaction, document comparison, and regulatory reporting. Together, these solutions help clients maintain secure information practices and implement effective Data Loss Prevention strategies. The launch of Privacy Scout reinforces mission to develop technology that addresses evolving compliance challenges and strengthens trust in digital operations. Organizations seeking early access or additional product details can visit: About Headquartered in Fremont, California, specializes in artificial intelligence tools for document management, redaction, and regulatory compliance. The company supports public and private sector organizations in securing data, reducing manual risk, and maintaining compliance in dynamic digital environments. Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash GlobeNewswire provides press release distribution services globally, with substantial operations in North America and Europe.
Scoop
07-07-2025
- Health
- Scoop
Little Progress In Tonga Battle To Overcome Cyber Breach
, RNZ Pacific Senior Journalist It has now been three weeks since cyber hackers took down the Tonga Ministry of Health's National Health Information system. Ever since, staff at the country's hospitals have had to rely on whatever handwritten notes are available when seeing patients. A cyber security expert said the cyber breach and subsequent demand for compensation are a "wake-up call for the Pacific". We asked our Tonga correspondent Kalafi Moala for a progress report on the recovery. (The transcript has been edited for brevity and clarity.) Kalafi Moala: When the problem happened, Tonga had to reach out to Australia. They had a group of experts that arrived in Tonga quite quickly, and they are heading up the search to try to, firstly, identify who was responsible for the hacking, and to try to do some restoration to the database that has been lost. So, that has been ongoing work. But the latest announcement from the Ministry of Health is that they have identified the group that have done the hacking - a group that demanded a ransom payment of a million dollars, but they can't identify any individual, since there is a group overseas that have been doing that. Don Wiseman: Are they saying, where overseas this group is? KM: No, they are not. They are unable to say that. They just said a group from outside of Tonga. DW: The government had promised to take action against these people. It's not going to be able to, is it? KM: No, particularly you have a group without a face or without an actual location. I think the big part of the work that they are doing is trying to restore some of the data. And the latest announcement is, yes, they are doing that bit by bit, and that is the latest we have heard. DW: Are people able now to rely on the hospital records, or do they still have to take their own records in when they have a hospital visit? KM: I think that that is one of the big issues that came up, the question was why wasn't there a backup system? I guess they just did not expect that one day the record are going to be hacked. But why wasn't there a backup system, if it failed, and that is what they are doing right now as well; trying to have a backup system that could not be hacked, so that if the system is hacked, at least they can fall back on that. DW: It's been suggested that things have moved very quickly in terms of digital access in places like Tonga, and this is part of the reason that this has happened, that the country wasn't ready for something like this? KM: No, it definitely was not. And things moved quickly, but it moved quickly south, unfortunately. I think that helped Tonga to be able to look at backup systems and other securities, and this Australian group that's here in Tonga is helping them to establish that. DW: Is the government looking at other government departments to ensure that there is a greater degree of security around their data. KM: That is a very good question because just over the last two to three weeks, there have been all kinds of announcements that have come in, for example, from the Registry of Births and Marriages and all of it, they have been saying that now you've got to do that digitally now. That there has been a complete change over to online registrations, and you cannot do that on paper anymore. And so right in the midst of all of that announcements and public declaration was when this thing of health took place, and so people are kind of hesitant. They're asking a lot of questions, Are we, are we moving in the right direction, or, you know? Tonga, of course, being a very small place, you're not talking about millions of people going online to register. We're we're only a population of just a little over 100,000, so there are a lot of questions surrounding that, but I'm sure that what has happened to the Ministry of Health that's putting into alert the other government departments that are going digital.
Observer
21-04-2025
- Business
- Observer
Newly launched Dhamani platform to ease insurance claims
MUSCAT, APRIL 21 The recently inaugurated Dhamani platform marks a major leap forward in the digital transformation of Oman's healthcare and insurance sectors. Designed as a national digital information exchange, the platform facilitates seamless, real-time communication between healthcare providers and insurance payers. Speaking exclusively to the Observer, Dr Hatim al Lawati, Digital Economy Consultant at the Financial Services Authority (FSA), emphasised that Dhamani is not a standalone system but a comprehensive infrastructure for streamlining claims processing. 'Previously, there was a lot of fluctuation and delay, some claims took up to two years to process,' Dr Al Lawati said. 'Today, with Dhamani, claims can be submitted immediately after treatment, and insurance companies are required to respond within 45 days. The process is faster, more transparent, and significantly reduces administrative hassle.' He also noted that the platform's operational footprint is minimal. 'It is efficient enough to be managed with as few as three workstations,' he added. 'It greatly improves speed and ease for both patients and hospitals.' Through integration with healthcare providers' Health Information Systems (HIS), Dhamani enables instant claim submission by hospitals, polyclinics, clinics, medical centres, and soon, independent pharmacies. Once a patient receives treatment, the system can automatically transmit the claim to Dhamani, which then delivers all relevant data, medical reports, attachments, approvals, diagnoses, costs, and bills, directly to insurance companies. This digital workflow enables payers to act quickly, either approving, rejecting, returning the claim for clarification, or requesting missing information, within a short timeframe. 'Healthcare providers have up to 45 days to submit a claim after the patient receives treatment,' Dr Al Lawati explained. 'If the claim is returned by the insurer, it can be resubmitted within 30 days. Once accepted, the payer is obligated to process payment within another 45 days. This structured timeline ensures swift and smooth claims handling.' Beyond efficiency, Dhamani plays a critical role in combating fraud, waste, and abuse (FWA), common challenges in health insurance systems. 'Fraud involves submitting false claims for treatments that never occurred. Abuse refers to intentionally over-treating patients, for example, prescribing unnecessary medications or requesting unrelated tests. Waste relates to redundant or repeated services, like duplicate lab tests within or across hospitals,' Dr Al Lawati said. To reduce FWA, the platform implements several robust measures. 'First, we are standardising CPT codes, also known as medical protocols, so all providers use consistent procedures for specific illnesses. This allows regulators and insurers to quickly spot irregularities and potential abuse.' 'Second, all transactions on Dhamani are fully digital and transparent, allowing regulators to set automated rules to detect suspicious patterns. For example, if a medicine prescribed only for women is issued to a male patient, the system can flag it immediately.' 'Third, the FSA is deploying business intelligence (BI) and artificial intelligence (AI) tools to analyse data, detect fraud, and manage risk. These technologies empower both payers and the regulator to monitor claims comprehensively and protect system integrity.' In conclusion, Dr Al Lawati affirmed that Dhamani is not only enhancing the speed and transparency of insurance claims but is also serving as a critical infrastructure in safeguarding Oman's healthcare ecosystem from inefficiencies and malpractice.
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Lightning Step Achieves ISO 27001 Certification, Strengthening Its Commitment to Patient Data Security
HOUSTON, March 17, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lightning Step, a leading provider of integrated EMR, CRM, and RCM solutions for behavioral health practices, today announced it has obtained ISO 27001 certification, a globally recognized pillar of information security management. This milestone highlights Lightning Step's unwavering commitment to protecting patient information by proactively managing and safeguarding Protected Health Information (PHI), ensuring the highest data security standards for our clients' most sensitive data. "We understand well that cybersecurity is an evolving problem, and with the ever-increasing rate of cyberattacks, we have become more intentional in making sure that our customers feel confident in the place they entrust their data. Obtaining ISO 27001 further illustrates our strict and sound security controls," said Dr. Martin Ignatovski, CIO for Lightning Step. Standards under ISO 27001 ensure high benchmarks for managing information security risks, from data encryption to access controls. Achieving this certification confirms that Lightning Step strictly and ethically applies best practices in identifying and mitigating possible security threats to ensure that PHI data will safely and easily be protected. Added Brent Michael, CEO of Lightning Step, "For us, security is not just a requirement - it's a responsibility. This is just one of the many steps we are taking to stay ahead of security challenges to continue delivering secure, reliable solutions for our trusted partners. Our team will continue to invest in the latest security technologies and best practices to meet and exceed industry standards such as HIPAA and HITRUST. We firmly believe that prioritizing security empowers mental and behavioral health professionals to focus on what matters most: delivering excellent patient care." About Lightning Step Lightning Step, founded by former treatment center owners, operators, and clinicians, provides a comprehensive CRM, EMR, and RCM platform purpose-built for behavioral health and addiction treatment facilities. Guided by our vision—"Elevating care, together"—we empower behavioral health professionals to help people on their healing journeys. As a fully integrated solution for managing the complete lifecycle of patient care, Lightning Step streamlines interdepartmental workflows, enhances operational efficiency, and improves clinical outcomes. Learn more at View source version on Contacts Press Contact:Flavia Stasinoflavia@ Sign in to access your portfolio
