August 5, 2024: Wes Wright, Chief Healthcare Officer at Ordr, and Mac McMillan, Founder, CEO, Board Member, and Advisor, join Drex for the news. The discussion highlights the persistent disparity in healthcare access between rural and urban areas, questioning whether technology alone can bridge this gap. The conversation also explores the ARPA-H initiative, pondering if new technology development is necessary when existing tools might suffice. The trio reflects on the creation of a dedicated Cyber Force, drawing parallels with military coordination to enhance cybersecurity. Should the government play a more significant role in supporting private sector defenses? They further discuss the indictment of a North Korean cybercriminal, debating the implications of such actions and the broader geopolitical context.

Key Points:

• 00:37 Rural Healthcare Challenges
• 02:54 Technology and Socioeconomic Issues
• 05:58 ARPA-H Initiative and Military Healthcare
• 09:17 The Case for a Cyber Force
• 13:54 North Korean Cyber Threats and Final Thoughts

News articles:

• Microsoft and Google are helping rural hospitals protect themselves from cyberattacks
• US indicts North Korean hacker accused of helping extort US hospitals | CNN Politics
• A Cyber Force Is Not the Only Solution - War on the Rocks

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