Tecan Technology Development Boston, Inc. (formerly known as Emphysys, Inc.) Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving Tecan Technology Development Boston, Inc. (formerly known as Emphysys, Inc.).
•Discovered on February 12, 2026.
•Possible data exposed: Name or other personal identifier.
•Affects individuals in: Maine, Massachusetts.
•Confirmation level: Confirmed by company.

Breach confirmed

The Tecan Technology Development Boston, Inc. (formerly known as Emphysys, Inc.) breach is confirmed. If you may be affected, add your details below and we will take it from there.

Detailed summary

In December 2025, Tecan Technology Development Boston, Inc., formerly known as Emphysys, Inc., experienced an external system breach via hacking. This incident was discovered on December 2, 2025, and reported by external counsel for the company. Notification to affected consumers was provided via written notice on February 12, 2026.

This breach compromised the personally identifiable information of 2 individuals. Specifically, the data types confirmed to be exposed include names or other personal identifiers. It remains unclear whether SSN, medical, or financial data was involved as these specifics were not detailed in available sources. The states affected include Maine and Massachusetts.

Details about the full impact can emerge as investigations continue, and notification processes may still be ongoing.

Data possibly involved

Name or other personal identifier

Breach Verification Status

Reports Only

Complete

Initial dark web reports of potential breach

Company Confirmed

Current

Company has acknowledged the breach

Regulator Confirmed

Confirmed by regulatory authorities

Note: Breach verification can take time. Information may evolve as more details become available from companies and regulators.

Case Status:

Monitoring

We're monitoring this situation for developments.

Were You Affected By This Breach?

If you are a customer or have received a data breach notification, you may submit your information as part of our ongoing investigation. Submitting your information is free and does not obligate you.

Were you in the Tecan Technology Development Boston, Inc. (formerly known as Emphysys, Inc.) breach? Check your email

Free scan against known breach datasets. Then remove your info from data-broker sites with Data Shield.

No signup required. 30-second scan. Your email is only stored if you opt into alerts.

Get your info off data-broker sites

Data Shield files removal requests with every broker that accepts an authorized agent, and gives you the exact link or letter for the brokers that only accept requests from you.

See how Data Shield works

Check Your Risk Level

Answer a few questions to understand how this breach might affect you

Do you use Tecan Technology Development Boston, Inc. (formerly known as Emphysys, Inc.)?

Yes

What state are you in?

What should I do?

Change your passwords

Update passwords for the affected service and any accounts using the same password

Enable two-factor authentication

Add an extra layer of security to your accounts

Monitor your accounts

Watch for suspicious activity on your financial and online accounts

Watch for phishing attempts

Be cautious of emails or messages claiming to be from the affected company

Consider a credit freeze

Prevent unauthorized access to your credit report

Scan your email for other exposures

Check whether this address shows up in other known breaches. Free, no account.

Get your info off data-broker sites

Data Shield files removal requests with every broker that accepts an authorized agent, and gives you the exact link or letter for the brokers that only accept requests from you.

See how Data Shield works