The Ultimate Guide to Health Technologies
A curated Irish edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Health Technologies (HealthTech).
What to know about Health Technologies
HealthTech explores the dynamic intersection of technology and healthcare, where innovations are reshaping how medical services are delivered, managed, and experienced. From advancements in AI and wearable devices to breakthroughs in telehealth and digital patient care, this field is rapidly evolving to tackle contemporary challenges across health systems.
Our latest stories delve into diverse facets of HealthTech, highlighting collaborations that enhance digital respiratory care, new AI-driven tools addressing healthcare staffing shortages, and the expansion of secure, integrated health data platforms. Personalised health applications, cybersecurity in medical devices, and emerging telehealth solutions demonstrate the ongoing commitment to improving patient outcomes and operational efficiencies.
Readers interested in the future of healthcare technology will find insightful analyses of market trends, security concerns amid growing digital transformation, and innovations designed to support clinicians and patients alike. By following HealthTech developments, one can gain a deeper understanding of the opportunities and challenges driving this dynamic sector forward.
Irish Health Technologies News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Medtronic opens Galway software hub for cardiac care
The new site will create 85 jobs and boost Ireland's role in high-value cardiac software as Medtronic expands digital health work in Galway.
Doctrine Skincare wins AxisBIC investible company award
Seven start-ups sought EUR 9.5 million at a Cork investor event as AxisBIC said demand for early-stage technology funding is rising.
Carbery CogniMed, Love Better win UCC IGNITE awards
The showcase highlighted early-stage ventures tackling clinical delays, relationship support and school safety as finalists pitched to investors and local firms.
Why health IT projects fail at the data layer
Fragmented records and weak governance are making health IT roll-outs slower, costlier and less effective than budgets suggest.
KPMG opens Global Tech Innovator entries in Ireland
Irish tech start-ups with up to USD $15 million in revenue can now seek a Dublin final and a place in Lisbon next year.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Health Technologies
Featured News
Atturra's Chris Rae: Choose the happy path (or, why 'perfect' automation fails)
Western Australian mines have cut HR processing time by 80% after a new SAP-linked system let workers self-serve compliance records.
Milestone turns video data into AI-driven intelligence
Demand for real-time security insights is pushing airports and public spaces towards AI tools that can analyse hundreds of cameras at once.
Expert Columns
What is next in infusion therapy? Four key trends and innovations catalyzing the industry in 2026
Why health IT projects fail at the data layer
Trusted data is the backbone of digital healthcare
Inspiring women: key lessons from my mentors
From optics to outcomes: What real progress for women in tech looks like
Women are 77% of the NHS workforce. So why are they missing from the tech that's supposed to fix it?
How female-led healthtech can close the gender gap
Why women's health data is still an afterthought in tech - and what needs to change
Diversity will define the next era of biotech infrastructure
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Health Technologies News
Prosper AI raises USD $30 million in Series A round
Demand is rising for software that cuts healthcare admin work, as the New York-based company expands beyond scheduling into billing and verification.
Ant Group posts record USD $5.17 billion R&D spend
The record outlay underscores the group's push into AI, health and payments as emissions fell and carbon neutrality continued for a fifth year.
Bioxtreme launches Dextreme 2.0 for stroke recovery
Stroke rehabilitation clinics could see more tailored therapy, as Bioxtreme's updated robot adds AI-driven support and broader access features.
Varist launches DICOM engine to spot hidden malware
Healthcare providers face a new malware route as Varist's engine scans DICOM, HL7 and FHIR files for hidden threats in imaging systems.
Midjourney unveils full-body medical scanner & spa
The project could make routine scans faster and more convenient, as Midjourney seeks approval for broader diagnostic use in the US.
OpenAI expands ChatGPT scheduled tasks with new hub
ChatGPT users can now manage reminders and recurring checks from a single sidebar page, as OpenAI folds Pulse into scheduled tasks.
Flok Health raises USD $12.5 million for AI physio
Funding will help Flok Health expand its NHS-backed AI physiotherapy service beyond back pain, as waiting lists for MSK care keep rising.
Ilant raises USD $15 million to tackle obesity costs
Employers and health plans are seeking ways to curb soaring obesity-drug bills as Ilant adds USD $15 million and expands care.
Apple says App Store ecosystem topped USD $1.4tn in 2025
Most of the App Store's USD $1.4 trillion in 2025 billings came from fee-free physical goods, underscoring its reach beyond software.
Triomics raises USD $22 million in Battery-led round
The new funding will help Triomics expand its AI platform across US cancer centres as it tackles labour-intensive oncology records and trial matching.
TrustLogix adds AI agent controls to TrustAI platform
Businesses facing ShadowAI risks can now block rogue agents and trace access more tightly as TrustLogix expands controls at the data layer.
Hyland launches agentic AI platform for enterprises
Regulated firms could gain tighter oversight and faster document workflows as Hyland adds agent controls, context tools and sector packages.
Rubrik & MEDITECH team up on hospital cyber resilience
Hospitals using MEDITECH Expanse could restore records faster after ransomware, as Rubrik adds recovery tools across cloud and on-premises systems.
1Kosmos wins Epic Toolbox identity verification spot
The integration could help health systems curb account takeover and fraud as MyChart use grows for records, bookings and messages.
Apple names 36 finalists for Design Awards shortlist
The shortlist spotlights accessibility, mixed-reality and public-interest software that could gain more visibility on the App Store and beyond.
Qualtrics completes USD $6.75 billion Press Ganey deal
The expanded business will give hospitals faster patient feedback tools as pressure grows to improve care, communication and outcomes.
SnackSafe launches AI app for families with allergies
Families managing allergies can now scan foods in seconds, with the app flagging risks across more than 40 languages on Apple's App Store.
Consumer use of generative AI rises to 73%, survey finds
Worries over accuracy and human skills are tempering the rapid rise in personal use of generative AI, despite wider adoption across five markets.
i-GENTIC expands GENIE to cover FDA compliance lifecycle
Life sciences firms could avoid costly FDA review delays as the software flags conflicting claims across filings before submissions are sent.