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May 27, 2026

Regeneron to Establish Global Capability Centre in Hyderabad

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is set to establish a Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad, aimed at enhancing its operational capabilities and solidifying its presence in India.The GCC, expected to be operational by the second half of 2026, will create hundreds of jobs and support various global business functions related to drug development and operations. This move reflects Regeneron’s commitment to advancing science-driven medicine across multiple therapeutic areas, including oncology and i
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May 27, 2026

Luna Launches AI-Powered Health Tracking Wearable Band in India

Luna has introduced its AI-driven health tracking device, the Luna Band, in India, marking a significant entry into the digital health and wearable tech market.This innovative wearable goes beyond merely displaying health metrics; it transforms real-time health data into a personalized daily planner. The Luna Band, paired with the company's LifeOS intelligence engine, continuously monitors various health indicators, including blood markers, sleep patterns, and activity levels. This comprehensive
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May 27, 2026

Ex-Palantir team bags $12M seed to build the AI operating system pharma has been missing

Perceptic, a London-based startup, has raised $12 million in seed funding to develop an integrated AI platform aimed at revolutionizing the drug development process, which is currently hindered by fragmented systems. This initiative seeks to streamline the journey of a drug from initial discovery through clinical trials, addressing inefficiencies that plague many pharmaceutical companies.The founders of Perceptic, who previously played pivotal roles in developing Palantir’s AI products for life
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May 27, 2026

Africa Health-Tech Accelerator Opens Applications for Early-Stage Startups Building AI and Digital Health Solutions

The Africa Health-Tech Accelerator has officially opened applications for its 2026 program, aimed at fostering early-stage startups focused on innovative healthcare technology across the continent.This initiative, part of the Africa Health ExCon platform, seeks to empower health-tech entrepreneurs by providing mentorship, training, and access to investors and strategic partnerships. Over a six-month period, the program is structured to guide startups through various growth stages, helping them r
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May 27, 2026

Sanofi India Introduces Pre-Diagnostic AI Tool for Rare Disease Detection

Sanofi India has launched AccelRare, a novel AI-driven pre-diagnostic tool aimed at aiding the identification of rare diseases in children. This innovative platform analyzes various patient data, including symptoms and medical history, to suggest the five most likely diagnoses from a comprehensive database of 310 rare diseases.The tool addresses a significant challenge in pediatric healthcare, where rare diseases often present with symptoms similar to more common illnesses, complicating timely d
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May 27, 2026

Tata Elxsi Launches ViTel for AI-Driven Material Intelligence in MedTech

Tata Elxsi has unveiled ViTel™, an innovative AI-driven material intelligence solution tailored for the medical device sector, highlighting its commitment to enhancing MedTech engineering and compliance.Introduced at DeviceTalks Boston 2026, ViTel is a collaborative effort with Viridium AI, aimed at addressing the complexities faced by medical device manufacturers. These challenges include stringent compliance requirements, sourcing risks, and the management of fragmented data across various ent
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May 27, 2026

Lucis Raises $20M to Expand AI Healthcare Platform in Europe

Lucis has successfully secured $20 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI-driven preventive health platform throughout Europe.This funding round highlights the urgent need for innovative healthcare solutions in Europe, where aging populations and chronic diseases are escalating healthcare costs. Lucis aims to address these challenges by shifting the focus from traditional treatment models to preventive care, leveraging artificial intelligence for early detection and management of health r
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May 27, 2026

Visium Announces Strategic Funding from Top-Tier Investors and Unicorn Founders

Visium SA, a Swiss company specializing in AI and data solutions for regulated industries, has successfully completed its first institutional funding round. This funding, co-led by Columbus Venture Partners and Concentric, includes contributions from notable tech founders like Thomas Wolf and Sam Bourton.Since its inception in 2018, Visium has expanded its workforce to 100 AI experts and delivered over 250 solutions to major clients in the life sciences sector, including Roche and Novartis. The
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May 27, 2026

AI firm Visium secures funds to scale across Europe and US

Visium, an AI firm specializing in regulated industries, has successfully completed its first institutional funding round, marking a significant milestone after eight years of self-funding. With a workforce of 100 across Europe, the company aims to expand its operations in both Europe and the United States.Founded in 2018 in Lausanne, Visium combines consulting and software solutions tailored for life sciences and specialty chemicals. The company has executed over 250 AI and data projects, servi
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May 27, 2026

Mitsu Raises New Investment Round to Expand Tech-Enabled Mental Health Clinics

Mitsu, a digital health start-up, has successfully closed a new investment round aimed at expanding its network of tech-enabled mental health clinics in India, particularly in Mumbai, with plans for further growth into other cities.The funding round saw increased participation from existing investors and welcomed new contributors, including notable figures such as Gaurav Agarwal and Sanjay Suri. The company emphasizes the importance of its investors, stating that in the mental health sector, the
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May 27, 2026

Visium lands first institutional round to scale AI in regulated industries

Visium, a Prilly-based AI firm, has successfully secured its first institutional funding round, marking a significant milestone in its mission to scale AI solutions within regulated industries.The funding round, which remains undisclosed, was co-led by Columbus Venture Partners and Concentric, attracting notable angel investors from the AI sector. Visium, founded in 2018 and operating without external funding until now, specializes in delivering AI-driven solutions tailored for the pharmaceutica
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May 27, 2026

NIT Rourkela Develops AI-Enabled Autofocusing Technology for Microscopic Imaging

Researchers at NIT Rourkela have unveiled an innovative AI-enabled autofocusing technology aimed at enhancing microscopic imaging for biomedical diagnostics. This development, in partnership with Glowvista Instruments, addresses key challenges faced by traditional microscopy systems, such as manual focus adjustments that can lead to diagnostic inaccuracies and delays.The newly patented technology, titled “A Method for Autofocusing in Optofluidic Microsystems and Processes,” integrates deep learn