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Role of Incentives in the Use of Blockchain-Based Platforms for Sharing Sensitive Health Data: Experimental Study
Pouyan Esmaeilzadeh1, Tala Mirzaei1
1Department of Information Systems and Business Analytics, Florida International University, Miami, FL, United States.
Journal of Medical Internet Research
|August 18, 2023
Summary
Extrinsic incentives like cryptocurrency or money do not encourage health data sharing on blockchain platforms. Addressing user education and technology barriers is crucial for patient-centric data exchange.
Area of Science:
- Health Informatics
- Blockchain Technology
- Data Security
Background:
- Blockchain offers secure, decentralized data sharing, reducing risks and governance challenges.
- Its application in health information sharing is emerging, but effective incentive mechanisms for sensitive data remain unclear.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the importance and optimal type of extrinsic incentives for sharing sensitive health information on blockchain platforms.
Main Methods:
- Conducted three experiments with 493 participants.
- Examined the role of extrinsic incentives (cryptocurrency, money, recognition) in health data sharing.
Main Results:
- Extrinsic incentives were insufficient to encourage blockchain adoption or alter perceptions of health data sharing.
- Privacy, security, trust, knowledge gaps, and regulatory concerns were identified as major risks and inhibitors.
Conclusions:
- Education on blockchain capabilities and benefits is essential before focusing on incentives.
- Addressing technological inhibitors and promoting patient-driven data control are key for patient-centric health data exchange.
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