# Med-Tech Innovation News * **Definition:** Med-Tech Innovation News is a digital publication that provides the latest news, insights, and analysis on the medical technology sector, focusing on innovations, trends, and developments in medical devices, diagnostics, and healthcare technology. * **Taxonomy:** Key Sources / Healthcare Publications / Med-Tech Innovation News ## News * Selected news from the source **Med-Tech Innovation News**, for healthcare technology leaders * 409 news items are in the system for this source * Posts have been filtered for tech-related keywords | Date | Title | Topics | | --- | --- | --- | | 1/14/2025 | [**Dictate.IT launches AI-powered Clinical Assistant**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/Digital-in-Healthcare-News/dictate-it%C2%A0launches-ai-powered-clinical-assistant/) | [[Data Privacy and Interoperability]]; [[Health]]; [[AI in Clinical Decision Support]] | | 1/9/2025 | [**The Institute of Tissue Medicine of the University of Bern deploys digital pathology for diagnostics in the cloud with AWS**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/Medtech-Diagnostics-news/the-institute-of-tissue-medicine-of-the-university-of-bern-diagnostics-in-the-cloud-with-aws/) | [[Regulatory Requirements]]; [[Cloud Technology Adoption]]; [[Data Privacy Regulations]] | | 12/18/2024 | [**MedTech in the UK and EU: What to Expect in 2025**](https://www.med-technews.com/medtech-insights/latest-medtech-insights/medtech-in-the-uk-and-eu-what-to-expect-in-2025/) | [[Clinical AI]]; [[Healthcare APIs]]; [[Medical Innovation]] | | 12/5/2024 | [**UK Medicines Agency Launches AI Airlock Pilot to Revolutionize Medical Device Regulation**](https://www.med-technews.com/medtech-insights/digital-in-healthcare-insights/uk-medicines-agency-launches-ai-airlock-pilot-to-revolutionise-medical-device-regulation/) | [[Healthcare]]; [[Hospitals]]; [[AI in Medicine]] | | 12/3/2024 | [**MedTech Europe Urges EU Action on Health and Competitiveness**](https://www.med-technews.com/medtech-insights/latest-medtech-insights/medtech-europe-urges-eu-action-on-health-and-competitiveness/) | [[Patient Experience]]; [[Digital Health]]; [[Patient Outcomes]] | | 10/17/2024 | [**Cumberland Infirmary partners with Mitie and Navenio to improve patient care and workflow**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/Digital-in-Healthcare-News/cumberland-infirmary-partners-with-mitie-and-navenio-to-improve-patient-care-and-workflow/) | [[Healthcare Interoperability]]; [[AI and Cloud Computing]]; [[Patient Flow]] | | 10/17/2024 | [**Iktos appoints new scientific advisory board with renowned AI and drug discovery experts**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/Digital-in-Healthcare-News/iktos-appoints-new-scientific-advisory-board-with-renowned-ai-and-drug-discovery-experts/) | [[Advisory]]; [[Biopharma]]; [[Generative AI in Clinical Trials]] | | 10/3/2024 | [**Healthtechs face many data challenges with AI - here's how to resolve them**](https://www.med-technews.com/medtech-insights/digital-in-healthcare-insights/healthtechs-face-many-data-challenges-with-ai-here-s-how-to-resolve-them/) | [[Consumer Healthcare]]; [[Healthcare Legislation]]; [[Digital Health Technologies]] | | 9/30/2024 | [**The FemTech Series: Improving clinical trials for women's health**](https://www.med-technews.com/medtalk/the-medtalk-podcast/the-femtech-series-improving-clinical-trials-for-women-s-health/) | [[Virtual Clinical Trials]]; [[Clinical Trial Management]]; [[Diversity in Clinical Trials]] | | 9/13/2024 | [**From Concept to Clinic: Overcoming challenges for MedTech start-ups**](https://www.med-technews.com/medtech-insights/medtech-start-up-insights/from-concept-to-clinic-overcoming-challenges-for-medtech-start-ups/) | [[Partnerships]]; [[Clinical Operations]]; [[Healthcare Accessibility]] | | 8/29/2024 | [**FDA clearance granted for AISAP's CARDIO AI-powered ultrasound diagnostic assessment software**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/Medtech-Regulatory-News/fda-clearance-granted-for-aisap-s-cardio-ai-powered-ultrasound-diagnostic-assessment-software/) | [[AI in Imaging]]; [[Telehealth Solutions]]; [[Cloud Solutions]] | | 8/21/2024 | [**Thirona Retina BV acquired by Revenio Group subsidiary iCare**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/medtech-business-merger-acquisition-finance-and-investment-news/thirona-retina-bv-acquired-by-revenio-group-subsidiary-icare/) | [[Healthcare Interoperability]]; [[Strategy]]; [[AI in Cardiology]] | | 8/20/2024 | [**NIH launches $3 million prize competition to modernise diagnosis of endometriosis**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/Medtech-Diagnostics-news/nih-launches-3-million-prize-competition-to-modernise-diagno/) | [[Affordability of Healthcare]]; [[mHealth Solutions]]; [[Digital Health Tools]] | | 8/14/2024 | [**Breaking Boundaries: How femtech is revolutionising healthcare**](https://www.med-technews.com/medtech-insights/femtech-insights/breaking-boundaries-how-femtech-is-revolutionising-healthcar/) | [[AI-Driven Tools]]; [[Health]]; [[AI for Life Science]] | | 8/14/2024 | [**deepc becomes first radiology AI platform to be certified under new information security standard**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/Medtech-Regulatory-News/deepc-becomes-first-radiology-ai-platform-to-be-certified-under-new-information-security-standard/) | [[AI in Claims Processing]]; [[AI in Behavioral Health]]; [[AI for Life Science]] | | 8/14/2024 | [**New MedTech consultancy launches to optimise medical device market approval**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/Medtech-Regulatory-News/new-medtech-consultancy-launches-to-optimise-medical-device-market-approval/) | [[Risk Management]]; [[Orthopaedic Sports Medicine]]; [[Digital Health Technologies]] | | 8/12/2024 | [**Kerato Ltd partners with University of Montreal to develop novel treatment for corneal damage**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/latest-medtech-news/kerato-ltd-partners-with-university-of-montreal-to-develop-novel-treatment-for-corneal-damage/) | [[Healthcare Education]]; [[Decentralized Clinical Trials]]; [[Synthetic Biology]] | | 7/29/2024 | [**Otsuka and Oxford HIN collaborate to gather insights into digital therapeutics for mental health**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/Digital-in-Healthcare-News/otsuka-and-oxford-hin-collaborate-to-gather-insights-into-digital-therapeutics-for-mental-health/) | [[Digital Health Innovations]]; [[Pharma]]; [[Digital Therapeutics]] | | 7/25/2024 | [**Increasing combination of AI and FemTech: Opportunities and challenges**](https://www.med-technews.com/medtech-insights/latest-medtech-insights/increasing-combination-of-ai-and-femtech-opportunities-and-c/) | [[Reproductive Endocrinology]]; [[Regulatory Requirements]]; [[AI in Medical Devices]] | | 7/24/2024 | [**MedWorld Advisors announces the formation of the MedTech Laser Group**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/medtech-business-merger-acquisition-finance-and-investment-news/medworld-advisors-announces-the-formation-of-the-medtech-laser-group/) | [[Mergers and Acquisitions]]; [[Healthcare]]; [[Healthcare SaaS]] | | 7/23/2024 | [**New regulatory appointment can help take formal NHS Scotland partner to 'next level'**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/Medtech-Regulatory-News/new-regulatory-appointment-can-help-take-formal-nhs-scotland-partner-to-next-level/) | [[Personal Care]]; [[Regulatory Changes]]; [[Regulatory Concerns]] | | 7/23/2024 | [**GMDN Agency and partners receive Innovate UK funding to research post-market medical device intelligence**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/latest-medtech-news/gmdn-agency-and-partners-receive-innovate-uk-funding-to-research-post-market-medical-device-intelligence/) | [[Healthcare Communications]]; [[Data Logistics]]; [[Healthcare Real Estate]] | | 7/18/2024 | [**New research from SOTI reveals increase in use of AI in UK healthcare sector and concern about data security**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/Digital-in-Healthcare-News/new-research-from-soti-reveals-increase-in-use-of-ai-in-uk-healthcare-sector-and-concern-about-data-security/) | [[Pediatric Care]]; [[Data Security and Compliance]]; [[Legacy Technology]] | | 7/16/2024 | [**NHS Supply Chain and GMDN Agency sign collaboration agreement**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/latest-medtech-news/nhs-supply-chain-and-gmdn-agency-sign-collaboration-agreement/) | [[Supply Chain Issues]]; [[Compliance]]; [[Patient Safety]] | | 7/4/2024 | [**Epitel announces appointment of wearables industry leader Ken Nelson to board of directors**](https://www.med-technews.com/news/Digital-in-Healthcare-News/epitel-announces-appointment-of-wearables-industry-leader-ken-nelson-to-board-of-directors/) | [[Digital Health Solutions]]; [[AI in Cardiology]]; [[AI for Life Science]] | ## Recent Stories (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Topics Covered - **Distribution Agreement**: Medovate has signed a distribution agreement with Temena for the SAFIRA system in Germany, France, Italy, and Spain, enhancing regional anaesthesia practices. - **MedTech Laser Group Formation**: MedWorld Advisors has formed the MedTech Laser Group through acquisitions, enhancing its presence in the medical laser technology sector. - **Acquisition of FEops**: Materialise has acquired FEops to enhance its cardiovascular solutions with AI-driven simulation technology. - **Regulatory Expertise Appointment**: InnoScot Health has appointed Lauren Brophy as Quality Manager to enhance regulatory expertise in medical device development. - **Post-Market Medical Device Intelligence**: The GMDN Agency, in collaboration with Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, received funding to improve post-market medical device intelligence. - **Digital Transformation in NHS**: NHS trusts face challenges in data integration during digital transformation to improve patient care. - **AI in Healthcare Policy**: UK government appoints key figures to explore AI's role in economic growth and healthcare. - **Digital Therapeutics for Depression**: Otsuka Pharmaceuticals collaborates with Health Innovation Oxford to evaluate a new digital therapeutic for major depressive disorder. - **Patient Communication Enhancements**: Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust has improved digital patient communications through Healthcare Communications. - **Sustainability Strategy in NHS**: NHS Education for Scotland has released a Climate Emergency and Sustainability strategy for 2024-2027. - **Mobile MRI System Launch**: Philips has introduced a mobile, virtually helium-free MRI system to enhance patient access and sustainability. - **AI Automation Platform Launch**: Keragon has launched an AI-powered automation platform for the US healthcare industry. - **3D Medical Device Manufacturing**: Ricoh USA has launched a 3D healthcare innovation studio to enhance clinical outcomes. - **AI Integration in Patient Communications**: Healthcare Communications partners with Deep Medical to integrate AI solutions to reduce missed appointments. - **Partnerships**: Unilabs and C2N Diagnostics have formed a multi-year partnership to enhance access to C2N's Alzheimer's blood tests across Europe and select countries. - **Cancer Care Innovations**: Life Sciences Hub Wales introduced a digital case study series highlighting innovative cancer care projects, featuring QuicDNA and CanSense. - **Oncology Research Solutions**: Beckman Coulter Life Sciences and Illumina launched an automated solution for oncology research to enhance genomic profiling. - **Menopause Awareness**: Withers & Rogers highlighted the growing awareness of menopause and its impact on women's health, emphasizing opportunities in the femtech market. - **Sustainable MRI Technology**: Philips introduced a mobile, virtually helium-free MRI system to enhance patient access and promote environmental sustainability. - **New Medical Devices**: Philips announced the first implant of the Duo Venous Stent System for treating venous outflow obstruction. ### Organizations Mentioned - **Medovate**: A medical device development company based in Cambridge. - **Temena**: A company specializing in medical devices for locoregional anaesthesia. - **MedWorld Advisors**: An organization that enhances its presence in the medical laser technology sector through acquisitions. - **Materialise**: A leader in 3D printing software and services. - **FEops**: A Belgian company specializing in AI-driven simulation technology for heart procedures. - **InnoScot Health**: An organization focused on healthcare innovation and regulatory expertise. - **GMDN Agency**: An agency focused on global medical device nomenclature. - **NHS**: The National Health Service in the UK. - **Otsuka Pharmaceuticals**: A pharmaceutical company collaborating on digital therapeutics. - **Healthcare Communications**: A patient engagement specialist improving digital communications. - **Philips**: A multinational company known for healthcare technology, including MRI systems. - **Keragon**: An AI-powered automation platform for the US healthcare industry. - **Ricoh USA**: A company that has launched a 3D healthcare innovation studio. - **Deep Medical**: A company providing AI solutions for healthcare communications. - **Unilabs**: A healthcare company focused on laboratory services. - **C2N Diagnostics**: A diagnostics company specializing in Alzheimer's disease testing. - **Life Sciences Hub Wales**: An organization promoting collaboration in life sciences in Wales. - **QuicDNA**: A company developing liquid biopsy technology for cancer diagnostics. - **CanSense**: A company creating AI-driven blood-based assays for bowel cancer diagnosis. - **Beckman Coulter Life Sciences**: A company providing laboratory instruments and reagents.