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title: Fortanix Spearheads Zero Trust in Healthcare with Confidential Computing
description: Patrick Conte, VP GM Americas at Fortanix discusses the Zero Trust architecture.
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# [Fortanix Spearheads Zero Trust in Healthcare with Confidential Computing](https://fedgovtoday.com/innovation-in-govt/fortanix-spearheads-zero-trust-in-healthcare-with-confidential-computing)

 Written by [Fed Gov Today](https://fedgovtoday.com/innovation-in-govt/author/fed-gov-today) | Mar 31, 2024 4:00:00 AM

 

*Presented by Fortanix and Carahsoft*

Patrick Conte, VP GM Americas at Fortanix, introduces confidential computing as a game-changer in healthcare cybersecurity, aligning with the principles of Zero Trust architecture. Conte emphasizes the importance of protecting data in use, a critical aspect often overlooked in traditional security models. By securing data across its lifecycle — at rest, in transit, and in use — Fortanix aims to safeguard healthcare data against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, ensuring the privacy and security of patient information.

**Key Takeaways:**

- Confidential computing emerges as a key component of Zero Trust security, protecting data in use and addressing a gap in traditional cybersecurity defenses.
- Fortanix's approach to healthcare cybersecurity underscores the critical need to safeguard patient data across all stages of its lifecycle.
- The adoption of confidential computing technologies is essential for healthcare organizations striving to enhance their cybersecurity posture in the face of evolving threats. 

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