How one startup is bringing blockchain to genomics and precision medicine

Blockchain technology holds the potential to address the challenge of non-interoperable data silos in healthcare. Shivom, a genomic and healthcare data hub, aims to use blockchain to enable individuals to maintain ownership of their genomic and healthcare data. The Unique Global Genome ID developed by Shivom can reduce redundant analysis of genomes and improve research and development efforts in the pharmaceutical industry. Blockchain provides security, privacy, and data ownership, which aligns with GDPR regulations and enables greater collaboration and precision medicine initiatives.