Wearables: Data, Privacy, and Interoperability
Wearables: Data, Privacy, and Interoperability Wearables like fitness bands, smartwatches, and medical patches collect a steady stream of data. They track steps, heart rate, sleep, location, and sometimes skin temperature. This data can help people stay healthier, but it also creates privacy and security considerations. The data flows from the device to smartphones, cloud services, and sometimes hospital systems. Each link is a chance for exposure, misuse, or accidental sharing. Users often face complex privacy policies and defaults that don’t always match their needs. ...