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I think the concern here is HIPPA where any PHI were leak

The most concerning thing in my mind is not privacy or keeping the "IP", it is active interference with the research in the form of ransomware.

This would mean an attempt to stop or delay development of treatments and vaccines. That's evil.

Only concerning if you think any foreign state would be stupid enough to do that (I don't think there is).

You're very optimistic.