Tag: fitness trackers

The Advanced Medical Technology Association, widely known as AdvaMed, has officially announced that Jake Leach, the Chief Executive Officer of Dexcom, will take the helm of the organization’s diabetes sector. This leadership transition marks a pivotal moment for the medical device industry as it seeks to navigate a complex regulatory landscape and expanding global demand…

Labcorp, a global leader in innovative and comprehensive laboratory services, has announced the nationwide implementation of PathAI’s AISight Dx software across its pathology network in the United States. This strategic deployment marks a significant milestone in the modernization of diagnostic medicine, transitioning traditional glass-slide microscopy into a fully digital, artificial intelligence-enhanced workflow. The integration allows…

The multi-decade relationship between GE HealthCare and the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) has entered a significant new chapter as the two entities announce a comprehensive strategic alliance aimed at transforming imaging services and expanding healthcare access. This collaboration comes at a pivotal moment for UCSF Health, the university’s clinical arm, which is currently…

UFP Technologies, a prominent Massachusetts-based designer and manufacturer of custom-engineered components for the medical, aerospace, and defense industries, has officially disclosed a significant cybersecurity breach that disrupted its internal information technology systems and logistics operations. The incident, characterized by company executives as a classic ransomware attack, resulted in the unauthorized access, theft, and subsequent destruction…

In a significant escalation of its domestic policy agenda, the Trump administration has announced a nationwide six-month moratorium on the enrollment of new suppliers for durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS) into the Medicare program. This move, unveiled during a high-profile press conference at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, represents a cornerstone of…

Abiomed, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson MedTech, has initiated a significant recall of first-generation purge cassettes used with its Impella heart pumps after identifying a mechanical vulnerability that could lead to life-threatening device failure. The recall, which has been classified as an urgent medical device correction by the manufacturer and highlighted in an early…

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has formally issued a warning letter to Beta Bionics, a prominent player in the diabetes technology sector, following an intensive inspection of the company’s manufacturing and quality control processes. The letter, which was sent to the company in late January and publicly posted by the agency on Tuesday, outlines…

The medical technology landscape has undergone a seismic shift in the opening months of 2026, characterized by a series of high-stakes consolidations and strategic divestitures that signal a new era of corporate restructuring. Leading this wave is Boston Scientific’s definitive agreement to acquire Penumbra, a pioneer in the fields of mechanical thrombectomy and embolization, for…

In a definitive move to consolidate the interventional oncology market, Quantum Surgical has announced the acquisition of NeuWave Medical from Johnson & Johnson’s MedTech division. This strategic transaction marks a significant pivot in the landscape of cancer care, uniting NeuWave’s market-leading microwave ablation technology with Quantum Surgical’s sophisticated Epione robotic platform. The acquisition is orchestrated…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a high-priority early alert to healthcare providers and patients regarding the use of True Metrix blood glucose meters manufactured by Trividia Health. The alert stems from a critical safety concern involving the interpretation of specific error codes, which has been linked to significant treatment delays. According…