Category: Disruptors

Apple to reportedly unveil AI health coaching, health app for iPad

Apple plans to release an artificial intelligence-backed health coaching service, as well as an iPad version of its health app to appeal to healthcare providers, Bloomberg reported.

Best Buy partners with health-focused smart ring company

Best Buy has partnered with a company that sells a smart ring that collects health data.

5 healthcare moves from Amazon

From releasing new Alexa capabilities for hospitals to backing federal legislation aimed at bringing healthcare home, Amazon continues to strengthen its healthcare presence. Here are five recent healthcare moves from the company as reported by Becker’s.

GE HealthCare reports 8% revenue growth

Following its spinoff, GE HealthCare reported 8 percent year-over-year revenue growth and organic revenue growth of 12 percent in the first quarter.

4 non-healthcare entrepreneurs diving into healthcare

Even with macroeconomic concerns, many entrepreneurs still see great potential in the healthcare industry as they launch their first healthcare enterprises.

J&J consumer health spinoff valued at $40B

Johnson & Johnson’s consumer health spinoff, Kenvue, was valued at $40 billion ahead of its initial public offering, The Wall Street Journal reported April 23. 

Why Epic's new AI tool brought Microsoft 's research VP to tears

Microsoft, Google and Amazon are partnering with healthcare startups and companies to develop, integrate and scale generative AI technology with the aim of reducing clinicians time spent on repetitive tasks, CNBC reported April 21. 

JPMorgan hires new healthcare investment co-lead

JPMorgan tapped Nick Richitt to co-lead its North American healthcare services investment banking efforts, Bloomberg reported April 21. 

Optum hires new vice president of interoperability

Optum has named Genevieve Morris as its new vice president of interoperability strategy for its medical network group. 

Apple to launch journaling app to improve mental, physical health

Apple is expected to launch an iPhone journaling app aimed at improving users’ mental and physical health, The Wall Street Journal reported April 21.