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American Focus > Blog > Tech and Science > Hospital cyber attacks cost $600K/hour. Here’s how AI is changing the math
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Hospital cyber attacks cost $600K/hour. Here’s how AI is changing the math

Last updated: June 23, 2025 2:00 am
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Medical facilities are facing increasing vulnerability to cyber attacks, with hackers now targeting institutions and services that were once considered off-limits. Ransomware attacks have become a profitable business, making stolen medical information a prime target for cyber criminals. In response to this growing threat, Alberta Health Services (AHS) has taken proactive measures to enhance its cybersecurity defenses by leveraging AI technology from cybersecurity platform Securonix.

By implementing AI-powered cyber ops from Securonix, AHS has significantly improved its incident response times, reducing the average time to respond to high-priority incidents by over 30%. The organization has also seen a 90% reduction in false positive alerts and a decrease in daily workloads by 2 to 3 hours, resulting in substantial cost savings.

Richard Henderson, Executive Director and CISO of AHS, emphasized the critical importance of cybersecurity in protecting the massive network of 106 hospitals, 800 clinics, 20,000 doctors, and 150,000 staff members serving millions of Albertans. The potential impact of a cyber attack on patient care and financial losses underscores the necessity of robust cybersecurity measures.

Securonix’s AI-powered security information and event management (SIEM) platform provides AHS with advanced threat detection, investigation, and response capabilities. The platform’s behavioral analytics and machine learning algorithms enable the detection of anomalous activities and potential security threats across the network. By leveraging AI technology, AHS is able to sift through vast amounts of data and identify subtle indicators of compromise that could go unnoticed by human analysts.

The AI-driven tools deployed by AHS have proven instrumental in enhancing network security and improving incident response times. By leveraging AI capabilities to analyze network behavior and identify potential threats, AHS can proactively mitigate risks and prevent catastrophic ransomware outbreaks. The efficiency and accuracy of AI tools have enabled AHS to streamline its cybersecurity operations and empower its security analysts to respond more effectively to emerging threats.

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In addition to leveraging AI technology for threat detection and response, AHS places a strong emphasis on cybersecurity education and awareness. Henderson and his team work diligently to educate healthcare professionals across the organization on cybersecurity best practices and threat mitigation strategies. By raising awareness and providing targeted education campaigns, AHS aims to empower its staff to recognize and respond to security threats effectively.

In conclusion, the integration of AI technology into AHS’s cybersecurity strategy has proven to be a game-changer in combating evolving cyber threats and safeguarding critical healthcare operations. By harnessing the power of AI-driven tools and advanced analytics, AHS is setting a new standard for cybersecurity resilience in the healthcare industry.

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