AI in Healthcare January 20, 2020
Blockchain technology has not been fully embraced in healthcare compared to some other industries. However, according to a new report from Global Data, blockchain’s impact on patient care could be quite massive.
“Since blockchain can be used as an interoperability layer, it can help to link the data between disparate systems creating a transparent and secure path for patient data sharing,” Urte Jakimaviciute, senior director of healthcare market research for Global Data, said in a statement. “Blockchain-based systems can also give patients more control over their personal data, as the technology allows them to track who has access to their data and when.”
The report, available here, explores some of the biggest trends in blockchain, looking specifically at how...