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~~That's nice, but why does that data need to be on their servers in the first place?~~
Ok, so apparently they don't store the data by default. Guessing they could if the user wants it backed up or synced across devices.
I imagine they collect data to improve their algorithm so it can more accurately predict a woman's cycle. Quite a few women use these apps as an alternative birth control, so knowing the specific days where they need to avoid sex is helpful.
Normally, I'd install the app to find out, but I can't really install any more apps on my phone. And oh man, do I never like seeing the phrase "collect data to improve [their] algorithm".
In general, medical predictions are a very good example of using AI to benefit humanity, not just shareholders. It's still scary if it's done by a private company.
It's a German company, so I have no idea if they have an equivalent to HIPAA(USA) or if a private company would even have to comply with it.
health data in all of eu regulated by gdpr. but did not find reference quick (lost link). but special protection on health data, hipaa is joke compared.
on other hand, all data you tell your doctor confidential (Arztschweigepflicht). legally even police or judge cannot ask for what you talk about.
Does this company fall under those rules? Even if the person isn't a citizen of Germany?
https://commission.europa.eu/law/law-topic/data-protection/reform/rules-business-and-organisations/application-regulation/who-does-data-protection-law-apply_en
company definitely fit 1.
https://insight.thomsonreuters.com/mena/legal/posts/gdpr-breaking-down-the-general-data-protection-regulation
only location important for gdpr. but honest, bet they process all data the same. no idea if legally different, not lawyer.
if mean Artzschweigepflicht, that specific between you and doctor. was example for health data taken serious in germany.