Morgan Stanley analysts are betting big on brain-computer interface (BCI) technology as the hype continues to grow around the space. Kallum Titchmarsh, Adam Jonas, Patrick A. Wood, Drew Ranieri, Jakob Dodd, Roberto Valdes Sanchez Navarro and Justin X. Wang of Morgan Stanley recently released a report questioning if BCIs are “The Next Big MedTech Opportunity?” […]
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Medtronic survey says AI, VR could reduce disparities in access to surgical expertise
Medtronic announced results from a survey indicating that AI and VR could help reduce disparities in access to surgical expertise. The medtech giant sought to understand the perspectives of U.S. surgeons through its State of Surgery survey. Responses indicated that digital solutions could improve both the quality and reach of care, both nationally and globally. […]
Former Bigfoot Biomedical CEO takes corner office at AI medtech company Q-Bio
Former Bigfoot Biomedical CEO Jeffrey Brewer announced on LinkedIn that he started a new role as CEO at Q-Bio. “I’m happy to share that I’ve started a new position as Chief Executive Officer at Q Bio!” Brewer wrote on the social media site. Q-Bio’s website says the company operates “at the intersection of AI, physics […]
AccurKardia wins FDA breakthrough nod for ECG-based AI screening software
AccurKardia announced that it received FDA breakthrough device designation for its aortic valve stenosis (AVS) ECG-based AI screening software. New York-based AccurKardia’s AVS screening software aims to leverage ECG to identify potential cases of AVS within millions of ECGs already present in healthcare system electronic health records. It aims to identify and prioritize which patients […]
Mendaera, Echonous partner on image-guided robotic intervention
EchoNous announced today that it struck a commercial partnership with Mendaera to combine ultrasound and robotic technologies. The companies aim to revolutionize the delivery of high-quality interventional care through their partnership. They seek to enable compatibility between EchoNous’ Kosmos ultrasound platform and Mendaera’s handheld robotic interventional platform. Mendaera’s platform under development includes robotics, AI, real-time […]
Wellvii, B-Secur partner to integrate ECG into at-home monitoring tech
Wellvii announced that it entered into a strategic partnership with B-Secur to combine at-home monitoring technology and biosensing. Palm Beach Gardens, Florida–based Wellvii offers an FDA-cleared blood pressure technology. Its solution measures blood pressure from the finger, replacing the traditional noninvasive blood pressure (NIBP) arm cuff. B-Secur, a U.K.-based company, develops advanced biosensing technology with […]
The top 10 neurotech stories of the year so far
Across medtech, companies have continued to innovate through the first nine months of 2024, and that rings especially true in the neurotech space. Regulatory achievements, mergers and acquisitions, significant fundraising and more within neurotech have all been topics that garnered the interest of the MassDevice readers so far this year. We even have lists of some […]
The top 10 surgical robotics stories of the year so far
Surgical robotics has been a hot topic within the medtech space, and it doesn’t seem like it’s stopping any time soon. Over the course of 2024, we’ve seen all kinds of stories across surgical robotics. From regulatory nods and product launches to recalls and warning letters, plus some M&A in between, the surgical robotics space […]
GE HealthCare closes purchase of Intelligent Ultrasound’s clinical AI business
Intelligent Ultrasound Group announced today that it completed the sale of its clinical AI business to GE HealthCare . This business offers integrated, AI-driven image analysis tools designed to make ultrasound smarter and more efficient. The transaction excludes Intelligent Ultrasound’s NeedleTrainer products and its simulation business. GE HealthCare said in July that it agreed to […]
Surgar raises $12.3M for augmented reality solution for minimally invasive surgery
Surgar announced that it closed a $12.3 million (€11 million) funding round to support its augmented reality software for surgery. The France-based company develops augmented reality software that combines computer vision and AI. It merges the patient’s digital twin (obtained through MRI and CT scans) with a minimally invasive (laparoscopic) view in real-time. This enables […]
ResMed launches new patient-centric digital solutions for sleep apnea
ResMed today announced new patient-centric products designed to enhance therapy for sleep apnea patients. The new innovations from the sleep apnea therapy maker integrate with digital wearable devices and generative AI. San Diego-based ResMed said they aim to provide a more personalized sleep health experience while improving overall health. The company cited a recent survey […]
