Source: DIMT – Diritto Mercato Tecnologia

DIMT – The article features an in-depth interview with Professors Franco Trubiani and Andrea Laghi regarding the opportunities and challenges posed by artificial intelligence in healthcare, especially within the context of the European Health Data Space. They explore how AI technologies can transform diagnostics, patient care, and data management in medicine, while also highlighting the significant legal and ethical implications.

Key topics include the importance of data interoperability, the potential for cross-border use of health data, and the need for unified governance frameworks in Europe. The experts emphasize that AI must be integrated in a way that respects privacy rights, ensures accountability, and adheres to EU standards such as GDPR and the forthcoming AI Act.

The interview also touches on the necessity of multidisciplinary collaboration and sustained investments in digital infrastructure. The conversation underscores that any innovation in AI-driven healthcare must be balanced with safeguards that prevent discrimination, misuse of data, or algorithmic opacity, ensuring public trust and safety.