Industry News

Phreesia Introduces AI-Powered Phone System to Streamline Healthcare Call Management

Phreesia launches VoiceAI, an AI-driven phone system enabling 24/7 healthcare call management, reducing wait times and improving patient experience.

Karo Healthcare Expands Skin Health Portfolio in Northern Europe

Karo Healthcare to acquire Perrigo’s Dermacosmetics portfolio, strengthening its skin health brands and expanding presence in Northern Europe and Poland.

GE HealthCare Launches AI-Driven Cardiovascular Ultrasound System at ESC 2025

GE HealthCare launches “Vivid Pioneer” AI-powered cardiovascular ultrasound at ESC 2025, enhancing imaging accuracy, workflow efficiency, and clinical decision-making.

Fortis Healthcare Secures 15-Year Lease for Multi-Specialty Hospital in Greater Noida

Fortis Healthcare secures 15-year lease for ~200-bed Greater Noida hospital, strengthening NCR presence and expanding tertiary care access.

Desilo Set to Revolutionize Healthcare Research with "HARVEST" Encrypted Collaboration Platform

Desilo to launch HARVEST in December, enabling secure, privacy-preserving collaboration for faster, efficient healthcare research.

Cigna’s Evernorth to Invest USD 3.5 Billion in Specialty Pharmacy Firm Shields

Cigna’s Evernorth invests USD 3.5 billion in Shields Health, strengthening presence in specialty pharmacy for complex conditions.

BSI and CAHO Collaborate to Elevate Hospital Care in India with ISO 7101 Standard

BSI and CAHO pilot ISO 7101 in Indian hospitals, boosting patient satisfaction, efficiency, and healthcare quality standards.

Abridge Expands Generative AI Partnership with Hartford HealthCare

Abridge partners with Hartford HealthCare to expand its generative AI clinical documentation platform across the health system.

IPG Automotive Expands Southeast Asia Network

IPG Automotive has strengthened its presence in Southeast Asia through a new partnership with Automated Vehicle Test Solution (AVeTS).

U.S. Federal EV Tax Credits to End This Month

There are just a few weeks left for American consumers to take advantage of federal incentives for electric vehicles.

Water Authority of Fiji Embarks on First Smart Metering Deployment with Itron and Pacific Technologies

The Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) is advancing its digital transformation journey by upgrading its water infrastructure through the deployment of Itron’s smart water solutions in partnership with Pacific Technologies.

Tesla Faces Headwinds as European Sales Decline and India Launch Struggles

Tesla's attempts to expand internationally are encountering difficulties.

Xpeng and NIO Post Record August Sales in China’s EV Market

In September 2025, Xpeng Inc. ("Xpeng") and Nio Inc., two Chinese manufacturers of electric vehicles, revealed the outcomes of their August 2025 vehicle deliveries.

Star Localmart Acquires Retail Chain DusMinute

Star Localmart, the retail arm of the Sanjay Ghodawat Group (SGG), acquired DusMinute, a Bengaluru-based retail chain operating exclusively in gated communities.

3G Capital to Acquire Skechers in USD 9 Billion Deal

Global investment firm 3G Capital announced its plans to acquire United States footwear giant Skechers in a transaction valued at approximately USD 9 billion.

Ministry of Social Development Announces USD 40 Million Investment Plan for ICT Infrastructure

The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) has outlined a comprehensive program of technology and system investments worth more than USD40 million as it continues to modernize its infrastructure, strengthen security, and expand cloud adoption.

IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Holds First Meeting with Online Gaming Industry After RMG Ban

In a significant move aimed at rebuilding dialogue with the digital entertainment sector, India’s Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, convened his first formal meeting with representatives of the online gaming industry following the government’s recent ban on real-money gaming (RMG).

Infineon Switches to 100% Green Hydrogen at Austrian Semiconductor Plant

Infineon’s Villach plant transitions to 100% on-site green hydrogen, cutting supply chain emissions and boosting semiconductor sustainability.

India Allocates 862,000 TPA Green Hydrogen Capacity Under National Mission

India allocates 862,000 TPA green hydrogen capacity and 3,000 MW electrolyser manufacturing to boost clean energy transition.

HAMR Energy Advances $2 Billion Green Methanol Project in Australia

HAMR Energy advances its $2B Portland project to produce 300,000 TPA green methanol using biomass and renewable electricity.