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Who controls your medical data?

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Blogger, author, and scholar Bruce Schneier reveals the hidden ways our health data are currently being used, and proposes a solution to make medical data both more accessible and more secure.

About Bruce Schneier

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Bruce Schneier is a world-renowned security technologist and writer, often referred to as a “security guru” by the media. As an expert in cybersecurity, he has dedicated his career to helping people understand the complex ways technology affects our privacy and security. He is a fellow at the Berkman Klein Center at Harvard University and the Chief of Security Architecture at Inrupt, Inc. Bruce is also the author of 15 books, including the best-selling Data and Goliath, which explains the widespread surveillance that exists in our daily lives. His most recent book, A Hacker’s Mind, explores how the powerful use technology and systems to their advantage and how we can protect ourselves. Through his popular blog, speaking engagements, and frequent appearances on television and radio, Bruce helps shape the conversation about online security and data privacy. He has served on multiple government committees and advises corporations on how to create more secure systems. His work aims to empower individuals and organizations to better understand and protect themselves in an increasingly digital world.

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