Diagnosing a healthcare cybersecurity crisis: The impact of IoMT advancements and 5G

Sriram Tarikere, Ian Donner and Daniel Woods

Business Horizons, 2021, vol. 64, issue 6, 799-807

Abstract: Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) technology remains in early stages of adoption, but advancements and breakthroughs are quickly moving this process forward. There is a critical need for cybersecurity to be a priority in the development of these new tools, alongside design and utility. Given the rapid pace and potential magnitude of the coming advancements in IoMT, if privacy and security risks are neglected, a significant crisis could emerge in the form of more frequent cybersecurity breaches. This article examines the market opportunities and risks associated with IoMT and outlines a plan for proactively mitigating concerns and providing a platform to foster growth, to modify attitudes and behaviors, and to continue to build consumer confidence in the overall health system without sacrificing security.

Keywords: Cybersecurity; Internet of Medical Things (IoMT); 5G technology; Digital transformation; Data privacy (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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DOI: 10.1016/j.bushor.2021.07.015

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