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A test tube with antibody solution on a lab table

Jul 17, 2026

Argenx Partners With Chai Discovery for AI Antibody...

Chai Discovery has partnered with argenx to leverage AI for antibody discovery, marking a significant advancement in the life sciences sector.Chai Discovery, based in San Francisco, has formed a collaboration with argenx, providing the immunology firm with early access to its generative AI platform aimed at de novo antibody discovery. This partnership is notable as it is the fourth disclosed collaboration for Chai within a span of seven months, following similar agreements with major pharmaceuti
A close-up of an organoid culture dish in a dimly lit lab, highlighting the intricate details of the tissue sample.

Jul 17, 2026

Reversing AI drug discovery: Belgian biotech Sightera raises €3M to learn from 'extreme' patient biology first

Belgian biotech Sightera Biosciences has secured €3 million in pre-seed funding to advance its innovative AI drug discovery platform, which uniquely focuses on learning from treatment-resistant patients.Sightera's approach diverges from conventional AI drug discovery methods by starting with data from patients who do not respond to standard treatments. This "extreme biology" strategy involves creating organoids from these patients' tissues and conducting high-throughput drug screenings to gather
A wearable health device on a patient's wrist in a clinical setting

Jul 17, 2026

Digital Health Market to Reach US$ 2,190.0 Billion by 2034 at 22.5% CAGR

The global digital health market is poised for significant growth, projected to reach approximately US$ 2,190 billion by 2034, with a remarkable compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.5% from 2025 to 2034.This expansion is largely driven by the increasing integration of digital technologies in healthcare, which encompasses telemedicine, mobile health applications, wearable devices, electronic health records, and artificial intelligence. These innovations aim to enhance healthcare delivery, imp
A diagnostic kit on a table in a cozy living room

Jul 16, 2026

AI-Guided At-Home Care

AI-guided at-home care is revolutionizing the digital healthcare landscape by creating a cohesive care experience that integrates AI consultations, home diagnostics, and clinical follow-ups.This innovative approach, facilitated by the collaboration between Doctronic and Simple HealthKit, allows patients to engage with an AI assistant to discuss symptoms, receive personalized diagnostic kits at home, and connect with healthcare professionals when results indicate the need for medical intervention
A flat illustration of an ECG monitor and heart shape on a solid background.

Jul 16, 2026

AI Wearable Diagnostics

AI wearable diagnostics are revolutionizing healthcare by facilitating continuous heart monitoring with compact, AI-driven devices.The mobiCARE Cardiac Monitoring System from SEERS, which has received FDA clearance, integrates wearable ECG technology with AI analysis. This system enables patients to monitor their heart rhythms for extended durations, enhancing remote clinical evaluations. By merging long-term data collection with digital health services, the platform aims to identify arrhythmias
A green plant specimen in a dimly lit laboratory setting, symbolizing sustainable practices in green pharma.

Jul 16, 2026

Telangana, Microsoft, Join Hands for Green Pharma AI Centre

The Telangana government has announced a collaboration with Microsoft and other organizations to establish a Green Skills and Applied AI Centre of Excellence (CoE) focused on Green Pharma in Hyderabad.Set to be operational by August 2026, this initiative aims to equip the youth with skills that merge artificial intelligence with sustainable manufacturing practices, thereby bolstering the state's life sciences and green manufacturing sectors. The project aligns with Telangana's Next-Generation Li
A minimalist illustration of a test tube and an AI chip in a dark palette.

Jul 16, 2026

BioBuzz Awarded State Grant to Launch AI-GMP Training Accelerator for Maryland's Biotech Workforce

BioBuzz Networks has been awarded a grant to establish an AI-GMP Training Accelerator, aimed at enhancing the skills of Maryland's biotech workforce as part of the state’s broader initiative to integrate AI into regulated industries.The Maryland Lighthouse Industries Upskilling and Reskilling Program, backed by a $1.23 million investment, will enable BioBuzz to train nearly 600 workers in the life sciences sector. This program focuses on upskilling existing employees at biotech development and m
Quality training manual in a pharmaceutical workspace

Jul 16, 2026

People on the Move: Martin Heitmann Joins ProcellaRX as Strategic Partner in the Ascend Ecosystem

ProcellaRX has announced the addition of Martin Heitmann as a strategic partner in its Ascend Ecosystem, enhancing its focus on AI governance and decision quality in GxP-regulated environments.Heitmann, with over ten years of experience in guiding pharmaceutical and life sciences organizations through digital transformation, will contribute to various programs at ProcellaRX, including Decision Quality Intelligence and Quality TEA training. His expertise lies in embedding AI governance into quali
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Jul 16, 2026

One Click, Countless Hours: How AI Is Revolutionizing Safety Monitoring in Medtech

Artificial intelligence is transforming safety monitoring in the medical technology sector, significantly enhancing efficiency and data integration.The integration of AI into safety monitoring processes is reshaping how medical device companies manage post-market surveillance. Traditionally, safety teams faced a labor-intensive task of sifting through disparate data sources—complaint records, adverse event reports, and regulatory databases—all of which operated in silos. This fragmented approach
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Jul 16, 2026

Pharma Companies Create AI Governance Frameworks

Pharmaceutical companies are increasingly recognizing the need for governance frameworks to manage the ethical implications of AI technologies, as highlighted during a recent compliance conference in Toronto.At the PCC Canada Pharma & MedTech Compliance conference, experts from leading firms like Boehringer Ingelheim, Amgen, and AstraZeneca discussed the rapid integration of AI into daily operations and the challenges that arise from a lack of regulatory frameworks in Canada. With a significant
A minimalist illustration of a gold bar and coin on a dark background.

Jul 16, 2026

MoneyMasters Podcast: Where to Invest NOW in AI, Biotech, Small Caps, & Gold!

The latest episode of the MoneyMasters Podcast dives into investment strategies for the second half of 2026, focusing on key sectors like AI, biotech, and gold.In this episode, host Mike Larson engages with experts Jeffrey Hirsch, John McCamant, and Luke Lloyd to analyze the current stock market dynamics. They discuss the potential continuation of a recent market rally and the implications of seasonal trends on stock performance, particularly during the historically volatile July to October peri
A stethoscope on a medical chart in a dimly lit examination room

Jul 16, 2026

Large funding rounds help boost digital health investment in H1

Recent analysis reveals a significant surge in venture capital funding for digital health startups during the first half of 2026, highlighting a trend towards larger investments concentrated among fewer companies.According to Rock Health, U.S. digital health firms secured $7.4 billion across 244 deals, surpassing the $6.4 billion raised in a similar timeframe last year. The median deal size increased from $12 million to $14 million, with mega-deals (valued at $100 million or more) constituting 4