Tag: wearables

The medical technology giant Stryker confirmed on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, that it is currently navigating a significant global network disruption affecting its internal Microsoft environment. The breach, which has impacted operations across dozens of countries, is the result of a sophisticated cyberattack that has paralyzed many of the company’s digital communication channels and administrative…

In a significant move that signals a potential shift in the global landscape of robotic-assisted surgery, Fred Moll, the visionary co-founder of Intuitive Surgical and a titan in the medical technology industry, has personally invested $2 million into SS Innovations. This capital injection is part of a broader private placement aimed at bolstering the company’s…

Medtronic, a global leader in medical technology, has announced its definitive agreement to acquire Scientia Vascular, a privately held company specializing in advanced microfabrication technologies for neurovascular access. This strategic move is designed to fortify Medtronic’s position in the rapidly evolving neurovascular market, specifically by integrating Scientia’s high-performance guidewires and catheters into its existing suite…

The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, a division of the Department of Health and Human Services tasked with driving high-stakes biomedical breakthroughs, has officially unveiled the Delphi program, a multi-year research initiative aimed at revolutionizing the capabilities of wearable medical technology. By focusing on the development of sophisticated biosensors capable of tracking multiple physiological…

Agilent Technologies Inc. has officially announced a definitive agreement to acquire Biocare Medical, a leading developer of immunohistochemistry (IHC) instrumentation and reagents, in a transaction valued at $950 million. This strategic move is designed to significantly bolster Agilent’s presence in the rapidly evolving cancer diagnostics market, specifically enhancing its capabilities in tissue-based diagnostics and the…

The landscape of global medtech underwent a significant strategic shift when Massimiliano Colella, within days of being appointed Chief Executive Officer of CMR Surgical, made the high-stakes decision to halt the company’s imminent launch in the United States. This move, characterized by a refusal to settle for a "first-generation" entry, underscores the intensifying pressure on…

Negotiations for the sixth iteration of the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (MDUFA VI) have intensified as medical technology industry advocates and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) grapple over transparency requirements, hiring commitments, and the fundamental financial triggers that govern the agency’s device review operations. In a series of high-stakes meetings held throughout early…

The Trump administration has officially accelerated its efforts to restore and expand the United States’ protectionist trade architecture, signaling a significant escalation in global import duties scheduled for implementation as early as this week. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed on Wednesday that the federal government intends to raise the current temporary global tariff to 15%,…

Cognito Therapeutics, a clinical-stage medical technology company, has successfully closed a Series C financing round aimed at accelerating the commercialization and regulatory submission of its proprietary neuromodulation platform. The funding comes at a critical juncture for the company as it nears the conclusion of a pivotal clinical trial evaluating a noninvasive device that utilizes sensory…

The landscape of the global medical technology industry underwent a significant transformation on Friday, March 6, 2026, as MiniMed officially debuted as an independent, publicly traded entity on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. Trading under the ticker symbol “MMED,” the company’s return to the public markets marks the culmination of a multi-year strategic pivot by…