Epitomee Ltd. happily swallowed the news of U.S. FDA clearance for its capsule for weight management, an ingestible medical device for adults who are overweight or obese. Designed for use along with diet and exercise, the capsule expands in the stomach to create a feeling of fullness that lasts up to six hours. Read More
Strategics tend to invest in med-tech companies they are looking to acquire or could be acquired. Furthermore, companies like Medtronic plc and Royal Philips NV, which have venture arms, will continue to invest even through challenging times. Read More
Artificial intelligence is beginning to make its way into the world of medical device design, but Gregg Van Citters, senior consultant at Medicept, told BioWorld that there are both opportunities and tripwires on the road ahead. Read More
Australia’s Health Department has released the final report of the Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Review that makes 50 recommendations for improving access to new health technologies while tackling inequity, simplifying HTA processes and making it easier for consumers and clinicians to participate. Read More
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reported the winners of the Leading Edge Acceleration Projects in Health Information Technology program, with a couple of key areas of interest. Read More
The med-tech sector maintained its momentum in the second quarter, with total financings climbing 16.5% to $7.47 billion, compared to $6.41 billion in Q1. Read More
Regulatory snapshots, including global submissions and approvals, clinical trial approvals and other regulatory decisions and designations: Elekta, Venus Concept, Visibly. Read More
