Technology’s influence on science, medicine, education, travel and all other aspects of human life has, without a doubt, grown over the years. But are we reaching a tipping point, in which human rights become a secondary matter in the name of ‘modernization’ and ‘development’ to keep up with an ever-evolving digital world? This week’s ‘EMR News Update’ is hosted by Wes Walker, who spotlights articles of interest in this sphere.