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June 18, 2026 · 2 min

Four biotech IPOs topped $400M in 2026, highest pace since 2021

Kardigan's heart drug unit raised $400M this week, joining three peers in a biotech IPO rebound. Here's what the capital surge signals about investor appetite.

June 18, 2026 · 2 min

Surgeon's microsurgery robot gives steadier hands than human control

MMI built a robot to help surgeons perform microsurgical procedures with greater precision than the human hand alone allows. Here's what the system does and who benefits.

June 18, 2026 · 2 min

Medtech M&A surges past 2025 record with Boston Scientific, Danaher deals

Medtech deal volumes and values are outpacing the first half of 2025, driven by major acquisitions including Boston Scientific's Penumbra buyout and Danaher's Masimo acquisition. Here's what the trend signals for the sector.

June 18, 2026 · 2 min

FDA warns breast biopsy needle shortage extends to 2027

The FDA says shortages of certain breast biopsy needles will persist through 2027, following Hologic's January market removal. What hospitals should expect.

June 18, 2026 · 2 min

Distalmotion expands Dexter robotic surgery to more gynecology procedures

Swiss robotics firm Distalmotion is adding new surgical indications for its Dexter system in the U.S. market, targeting ambulatory surgery centers seeking higher utilization rates.

June 18, 2026 · 1 min

Lifepoint promotes CFO Aaron Lewis to COO as health system expands

Aaron Lewis moves from CFO to chief operating officer at Lifepoint Health, signaling the system's focus on geographic expansion and service diversification.

June 18, 2026 · 2 min

ACA marketplace insurers drop to 9 per state as policy shifts scare carriers

Average insurer participation fell from 9.6 to 9 states in 2026, per KFF. Policy turmoil is driving carriers away from ACA exchanges—what this means for your coverage options.

June 18, 2026 · 2 min

CBO questions No Surprises Act impact on healthcare prices

The Congressional Budget Office says the 2020 No Surprises Act may not be controlling costs as expected. The agency is asking for fresh research into what the law actually changed.

Incremental
June 18, 2026 · 2 min

In silico trials cut drug costs 60%, shorten timelines 40%

AI-driven simulation could slash clinical trial expenses and accelerate approvals. A new analysis quantifies the economics—and reveals what pharma needs to move faster.

Verified
June 18, 2026 · 2 min

Job offer acceptance drops to 48% as candidate leverage shifts

Gartner data shows job offer acceptance fell from 85% two years ago to 48% in Q4 2025. What candidates are demanding instead.

Verified
June 18, 2026 · 2 min

Gartner maps essential AI governance platform features

Gartner identifies the critical capabilities enterprises need in AI governance platforms. Learn what separates functional tools from compliance theater.

Verified
June 18, 2026 · 2 min

Gartner rates OpenText's 2026 strengths and gaps

Gartner publishes its annual assessment of OpenText's competitive position, listing specific capabilities buyers prefer and areas the vendor needs to address.