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Key AreasRadiology, Pathology, Retinal Scans

Key PlayersPathAI, Viz.ai, Google Health

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Eight Sleep raises $50M at $1.5B valuation to build predictive AI agent for sleep optimization

Sleep technology company Eight Sleep secured $50 million in strategic funding led by Tether Investments, reaching a $1.5 billion valuation. The company plans to develop a sleep-focused AI agent trained on over 1 billion hours of sleep data while advancing FDA filings for sleep apnea detection and expanding globally across 34 countries.

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Eight Sleep raises $50M at $1.5B valuation to build predictive AI agent for sleep optimization

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Droplet Biosciences slashes cancer test time from 10 days to 2 using NVIDIA AI infrastructure

Droplet Biosciences has partnered with NVIDIA to dramatically accelerate residual cancer detection after surgery. Using NVIDIA Parabricks GPU-accelerated software, the diagnostics startup reduced genomic analysis time from 10 days to just 2 days, with key steps like variant calling dropping from 36 hours to under 3 hours. The breakthrough enables clinicians to receive actionable insights while patients are still in the hospital.

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Droplet Biosciences slashes cancer test time from 10 days to 2 using NVIDIA AI infrastructure

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Ultrahuman Ring Pro debuts with 15-day battery life and Jade AI, but US launch remains uncertain

Ultrahuman unveiled its Ring Pro smart ring with industry-leading 15-day battery life and launched Jade AI, a biointelligence platform that synthesizes health data for real-time insights. The $479 device ships globally in March, but a patent dispute with Oura keeps it off US shelves for now. The company has submitted a redesigned version to US Customs for clearance.

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Ultrahuman Ring Pro debuts with 15-day battery life and Jade AI, but US launch remains uncertain

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AI model predicts bone removal in cochlear implant surgery to enhance surgical planning

Researchers from Vanderbilt University and partners developed an AI model that predicts bone removal during cochlear implant surgery. The system analyzes CT scans to forecast mastoidectomy shape, achieving a 0.72 Dice score across 751 cases. This medical imaging technology could support robotic surgical tools and improve patient outcomes.

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AI model predicts bone removal in cochlear implant surgery to enhance surgical planning

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Tempus AI stock rises 3.5% after unveiling HRD-RNA algorithm for cancer detection

Tempus AI shares climbed Wednesday following the launch of its new HRD-RNA algorithm, an AI-driven tool designed to detect homologous recombination deficiency in tumors. The algorithm analyzes gene expression to identify patients who may benefit from platinum-based chemotherapy or PARP inhibitors, offering a more dynamic assessment than traditional genomic methods.

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Tempus AI stock rises 3.5% after unveiling HRD-RNA algorithm for cancer detection

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India launches SAHI and BODH initiatives to advance safe AI in healthcare at AI Impact Summit

Union Health Minister JP Nadda unveiled two pioneering digital health initiatives—SAHI and BODH—at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. The launch marks a significant step toward safe, ethical AI deployment in India's healthcare ecosystem. SAHI provides a governance framework for responsible AI use, while BODH offers a platform for testing and validating AI solutions before large-scale deployment.

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India launches SAHI and BODH initiatives to advance safe AI in healthcare at AI Impact Summit

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Ant Group bets on AI healthcare as next growth driver in China's $69 billion digital health market

Jack Ma-backed Ant Group has elevated its health unit to match Alipay's status, betting AI-powered healthcare will fuel its next decade of growth. The company aims to reach 1.4 billion Chinese users within three years using AI Doctor Agents and its AQ healthcare app, which already handles 10 million daily questions. But profitability remains uncertain in a competitive digital health sector.

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Ant Group bets on AI healthcare as next growth driver in China's $69 billion digital health market

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AI in surgery faces scrutiny as TruDi Navigation System linked to strokes and patient injuries

A Johnson & Johnson surgical device saw malfunctions surge from 7 to over 100 after adding AI, with at least 10 patients injured. Two stroke victims have filed lawsuits alleging the TruDi Navigation System's AI contributed to botched surgeries, including skull punctures and arterial injuries. The incidents highlight growing concerns about inadequate safety standards as the FDA approves AI-powered medical devices at an accelerating pace.

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AI in surgery faces scrutiny as TruDi Navigation System linked to strokes and patient injuries

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AI stethoscope doubles detection of heart valve disease, outperforming traditional methods

New research shows artificial intelligence-powered stethoscopes can detect heart valve disease with 92% accuracy compared to 46% using traditional methods. The AI algorithm identified twice as many cases of previously undiagnosed moderate-to-severe disease, potentially enabling earlier treatment and saving thousands of lives.

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AI stethoscope doubles detection of heart valve disease, outperforming traditional methods

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University of Michigan's Prima AI model reads brain MRI scans in seconds with 97.5% accuracy

Researchers at University of Michigan developed Prima, an AI model that analyzes brain MRI scans and delivers diagnoses in seconds with up to 97.5% accuracy. Trained on over 220,000 MRI studies, Prima can prioritize emergency cases like strokes and brain hemorrhages, automatically alerting specialists. The system aims to address growing radiology shortages and reduce diagnostic delays across health systems.

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University of Michigan's Prima AI model reads brain MRI scans in seconds with 97.5% accuracy

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Apple scales back AI health coach project as Eddy Cue pushes for faster innovation

Apple has wound down Project Mulberry, its ambitious AI-powered health coach initiative, following a leadership shift that placed services chief Eddy Cue over the health division. Instead of launching a comprehensive Health+ service, Apple will release individual features over time within its Health app as it rethinks its approach to competing with Oura, Whoop, and OpenAI's ChatGPT Health.

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Apple scales back AI health coach project as Eddy Cue pushes for faster innovation

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Lotus Health AI raises $35M to scale free AI doctor service with board-certified oversight

Lotus Health AI announced $35 million in Series A funding to expand its AI-powered primary care model that provides free medical consultations 24/7. Founded by KJ Dhaliwal, the platform uses AI for diagnoses and prescriptions while board-certified physicians from Stanford, Harvard, and UCSF review all final decisions. The company claims its AI doctor service can see 10 times more patients than traditional practices.

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Lotus Health AI raises $35M to scale free AI doctor service with board-certified oversight

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Contextual Errors Keep Medical AI From Reaching Its Full Potential in Clinical Settings

Harvard Medical School researchers have identified contextual errors as a major barrier preventing medical AI from transitioning into real-world clinical use. Despite thousands of models being developed, very few succeed in hospitals because they lack critical information about medical specialty, geographic location, and socioeconomic factors needed for accurate patient care.

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Contextual Errors Keep Medical AI From Reaching Its Full Potential in Clinical Settings

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