Digital Health

During a discussion at the Frontiers Health Global Hybrid Conference, panelists said a more competitive funding environment could push startups and investors to focus on quality.

Also, Royal Philips has expanded the roll-out of its AR surgical navigation solution to Japan.

The neurostimulation device, which is currently for investigational use only, aims to treat cognitive and functional decline in Alzheimer's patients.

The deal comes about a week after GE announced new details about its plans to spin off its healthcare unit.

Calm Health, offered through providers, payers and self-insured employers, builds off the company's acquisition of Ripple Health Group.

According to reporting by TechCrunch, the company laid off around 500 employees.

David Rosen, a partner and public policy lawyer at Foley & Lardner, discusses the agency's recently wrapped Software Precertification Pilot Program and what it means for the future of digital health regulation.

Also, Max Life in India has developed an analytics solution that detects inaccurate medical reports in real time.

The company also announced a partnership with pharma giant Biogen that allows providers to submit enrollment forms for its multiple sclerosis drug Vumerity through the new platform.

The company said the sale of Meritage Medical Network will allow it to focus on its digital-first, value-based care contracts.