Samsung acquires Xealth to merge hospital records with data from wearables
Simon Sharwood / theregister - Envisions info from your watch informing treatment. What could possibly go wrong? Samsung has acquired US company Xealth to combine data drawn from its wearable devices and hospital records.…
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Cumulus raises £3.25M to advance neuroscience clinical trials through at-home EEG-tech
Cate Lawrence / tech - Irish startup Cumulus Neuroscience has raised £3.25 million for its NeuLogic platform. The startup is focused on advancing neuroscience clinical trials and patient care through improved data and AI. ...
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Beats and AirPods Headphones Shut Off When You Fall Asleep in iOS 26
Juli Clover / macrumors - If you listen to audio using Beats or AirPods when going to bed, iOS 26 has a useful new feature for you. The update adds a "Pause Media When Falling Asleep" option that is designed to shut off your earbuds when you're no longer awake to listen.Apple ment…
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Microsoft Says its New AI Diagnoses Disease 4x Better Than Doctors
Markus Kasanmascheff / winbuzzer - Microsoft has unveiled a powerful new artificial intelligence system it claims can diagnose complex medical conditions with an accuracy rate more than four times higher than experienced physicians, a development one top executive hailed as “Microsoft has …
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New research links caffeine to slower aging at the cellular level
techspot - A recently published study confirms what caffeine enthusiasts have suspected all along: the naturally occurring stimulant is not only great for waking up the mind but may also help keep the body healthier. Researchers are now shedding light on the fascina…
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Medical AI startup Abridge closes $300M investment at $5.3B valuation
Maria Deutscher / siliconangle - Medical software developer Abridge Inc. today disclosed that it has raised a $300 million funding round led by Andreessen Horowitz. The investment, which also included the participation of Khosla Ventures, values the startup at $5.3 billion. That’s nearly…
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Second attack on McLaren Health Care in a year affects 743k people
Connor Jones / theregister - Criminals targeted the hospital and physician network’s Detroit cancer clinic this time McLaren Health Care is in the process of writing to 743,131 individuals now that it fully understands the impact of its July 2024 cyberattack.…
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AI startup Tennr raises $101M to revolutionize patient referrals
Kyt Dotson / siliconangle - Healthcare document intelligence-focused startup Tennr Inc. today announced it raised $101 million in a funding round to fix what’s wrong with patient referrals. The Series C investment was led by IVP with participation from existing backers Andreessen Ho…
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Sword Health raises $40M at $4B valuation to expand AI-first care Into mental health
Cate Lawrence / tech - Sword Health has raised a $40 million funding round at a $4 billion valuation, led by General Catalyst, bringing its funding to over $300 million. The Portuguese-founded company also unveiled Mind, a ...
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New study reveals where the Apple Watch gets fitness data right -- and wrong
appleinsider - A new University of Mississippi meta-analysis of 56 studies finds the Apple Watch delivers fairly accurate data for heart rate and step counts — but shows a much wider margin of error when it comes to calories burned.The Apple Watch is pretty accurate — a…
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Ransomware gang claims responsibility for Kettering Health hack
Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai / techcrunch - A group of cybercriminals known as Interlock is advertising stolen data from Kettering Health, which includes patients’ data.
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Neuralink Secures $650M in Latest Funding Round
Elon Musk’s Neuralink has wrapped up a $650 million funding round to power its development of a brain-computer interface. The hefty investment underscores the ambitious push into neurotechnology—a field where innovation and science-fiction-like aspirations collide.
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Paradromics Completes First Human Brain Implant Test Successfully
In a bold step forward for neurotechnology, Paradromics has reportedly completed its first-ever human brain implant procedure during an epilepsy surgery. This early test marks a significant milestone in bridging brain-computer interfaces, promising to transform how we think about medical innovation—even if it sounds like science fiction brought to life.
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Infrared contacts promise night vision through closed lids
Researchers have introduced innovative infrared contact lenses designed to let wearers see in near-dark conditions—even through closed eyelids. This breakthrough in vision technology offers a surreal, almost sci-fi edge to night vision applications, raising both eyebrows and intriguing questions about the future of personal optics.
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Oura Rings Roll Out Enhanced Activity Tracking Updates
Oura has introduced software updates to its smart rings that enhance accuracy in tracking physical activity, notably improving step count data and active minutes monitoring. These algorithm enhancements give users more granular insights into their daily routines and health, reinforcing Oura’s knack for precision in wearables.
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Infants Receive Groundbreaking Personalized Gene-Editing Treatment
In an unprecedented medical breakthrough, doctors developed and deployed a tailor-made CRISPR treatment to combat a newborn’s life‐threatening metabolic disorder. The rapid, bespoke therapy marks a pivotal moment in personalized medicine and could signal a new era for addressing rare genetic conditions.
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Huawei Watch 5 Updates Push the Limits of Wearable Health Tech
Huawei has unveiled innovative tweaks to its Watch 5, including a cutting-edge fingertip sensor and enhanced heart scanning capabilities. Although the gadget remains off-limits to US consumers, the dual updates signal an aggressive bid to outpace competitors in the global wearable tech arena.
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Eight Sleep unveils Pod 5 with AI-powered sleep innovations
Eight Sleep has launched its latest Pod 5 sleep system, now featuring an AI-enhanced design complete with a temperature-controlled blanket and integrated speakers. This upgrade aims to revolutionize sleep technology while adding a touch of luxury to your nightly downtime.
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Bill Gates accuses Elon Musk of harming vulnerable children
In a fiery exchange, Bill Gates has sharply criticized Elon Musk for policies he claims are endangering the world’s poorest children. The accusations tie into broader debates over controversial funding cuts and their humanitarian impact, sparking eyebrow-raising commentary across the tech and philanthropic communities.
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Oura introduces AI-driven metabolic tracking features
Oura is upping its wearable game by rolling out AI-powered features for meal logging and glucose monitoring. Marketed as a next-level upgrade for metabolic health, the smart ring now moonlights as a personal nutritionist—proving that even fitness trackers aren’t above trying to do it all.
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