GATTACA - Final Warning!

Presented at THOTCON 0x6 (2015), May 14, 2015, 11 a.m. (25 minutes)

You were warned in 1997 that a not-too-distant future was approaching. This dystopian future is here now due to rapid technological advances, much quicker than we initially imagined. These breakthrough DNA technologies are exposing your deepest darkest secrets. Who can see this information? What will they do with this information? Little does anyone know they are only one data breach away from public exposure.


Presenters:

  • Michael Goetzman
    Michael Goetzman is an Information Security Specialist for Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, a nonprofit collection of 18 hospitals employing over 22,000 associates. His responsibilities include the confidentially of electronic medical records and general protection of sensitive data. [Quisque Aliquid Habet quod occultet] Michael earned his CISSP and holds a masters of science in management involving international studies in Havana, Cuba of healthcare related technologies. On his free time, Michael enjoys exotic rides in zeppelins, soaring in experimental planes, or piloting colorful hot air balloons. Michael believes in freedom of non-harmful information, the advancement of scientific research, and the individual imperative.