How to Simplify HIPAA Compliance in the Cloud Using Google Assured Workloads
If you’re building a healthcare app in the cloud, you might assume that using a secure platform like Google Cloud makes you automatically HIPAA-compliant. That’s a dangerous assumption. On this week’s HIPAA Insider Show, Adam Zeineddine (Host) and Gil Vidals (CTO of HIPAA Vault) broke down how Google Cloud’s Assured Workloads can simplify HIPAA compliance... Continue reading
The Future of Blockchain in Healthcare Is Secure, Transparent — and HIPAA-Compliant
Blockchain is no longer emerging tech — it’s actively transforming how we manage EHRs, insurance claims, clinical trials, and drug traceability. But most projects fail before they scale — not because of the tech, but because they violate HIPAA. Projects that ignore HIPAA get shut down faster than any cyberattack ever could. The future of... Continue reading
HIPAA Email Encryption: Protecting PHI with Confidence (and Compliance)
Why HIPAA Email Encryption Matters More Than Ever Email is still one of the most widely used forms of communication in healthcare. It’s fast, familiar, and convenient — but it’s also a major compliance risk. One unsecured email with PHI (Protected Health Information) can expose your organization to: That’s why HIPAA’s Security Rule requires covered... Continue reading
Is Google Workspace HIPAA Compliant? A 2025 Guide for Healthcare Providers
As more healthcare organizations move toward cloud-based collaboration and email platforms, a common question arises: Is Google Workspace HIPAA compliant? The short answer: It can be — but only if properly configured. Before you start using Gmail, Google Drive, or Docs to share patient information, it’s critical to understand HIPAA’s requirements and whether Google’s tools... Continue reading
