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Headspace XR looks to make mindfulness a virtual reality with a new app available on Meta Quest.

Execs overwhelmingly cite genAI as having the most significant impact in healthcare this year, though others provide alternative takes on the years' events.

The company let go of 181 employees, or 15% of its workforce.

The digital mental health company said it would start offering its clinical care services to businesses in the U.K. and expand into other international markets this year.

Although investment slowed for startups, leaders noted several big deals in digital health, particularly among retail players.

Execs said investors will focus on companies with evidence of market fit, established business models and those achieving measurable health outcomes.   

The year was plagued by layoffs, slowing investments and an increased need for companies to prove their market value.

Click Therapeutics received FDA Breakthrough Device Designation for a prescription digital therapeutic for episodic migraine, and Superior HealthPlan announced a home care partnership with MedArrive and Brave Health.

The company will expand its team by 300% by 2023 and expand the rollout of its services in the U.S. market.

Jasper Health and Scripps Research partner to advance the body of literature in oncology, and Zipline and Intermountain Healthcare collaborate to deliver prescriptions and medical products via drones.