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Nelson Advisors HealthTech Macro Trends in 2025
Nelson Advisors HealthTech Macro Trends in 2025 Executive Summary The HealthTech sector in 2025 stands at a pivotal juncture, marked by...
Jul 2624 min read


The Race for Healthcare AI Dominance: Identifying the 'Apple of the Ecosystem' and Future Leader setting de facto standards for AI application, Data Management and Clinical Utility
The quest to identify the "Apple of Healthcare AI" is not about finding a company that replicates Apple's consumer-tech closed ecosystem. Instead, this report defines such an entity as one that achieves dominant influence and potential gatekeeping through a highly integrated, user-centric and crucially, interoperable platform. This future leader will set de facto industry standards for AI application, data management and clinical utility.
Jul 2518 min read


Closed Loop Vagus Nerve Stimulation: Electric Medicine and the Future of HealthTech
Closed-loop Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) represents a profound evolution within bioelectronic medicine, transitioning from static, pre-programmed therapies to adaptive, personalised interventions.
Jul 2433 min read


Electric Medicine: A Transformative HealthTech Sub-Sector in 2025
Electric medicine, often referred to as electroceuticals or bioelectronic medicine, is rapidly emerging as a pivotal and transformative HealthTech sub-sector in 2025. This field leverages targeted electrical stimulation of the nervous system to address a wide array of chronic diseases, offering a compelling alternative to traditional pharmacological interventions.
Jul 2436 min read


The "String of Pearls" M&A Strategy in European BioPharma and MedTech: Navigating Innovation and Growth
The "string-of-pearls" mergers and acquisitions (M&A) strategy has become a pivotal approach for large biopharmaceutical and MedTech entities operating within or with significant interests in Europe.
Jul 2423 min read


Next Billion Dollar HealthTech Company: Healthcare specific Web Browser on the front lines in the race to train AI
The emergence of a healthcare-specific AI web browser represents a pivotal opportunity to establish the next billion-dollar HealthTech company.
Jul 2133 min read


Accelerating UK Healthcare Innovation: Analysis of the NHS 'Innovator Passports' Initiative
Accelerating UK Healthcare Innovation: Analysis of the NHS 'Innovator Passports' Initiative Executive Summary The National Health Service...
Jul 2028 min read


The German Digital Health Act (DiGA): Strategy, Impact, Challenges and Future Direction
The German Digital Health Act (DiGA): Strategy, Impact, Challenges and Future Direction I. Executive Summary The German Digital Health...
Jul 1925 min read


European HealthTech, Digital Health and Healthcare AI Exits in 2025: A Mid-Year Analysis and Outlook
European HealthTech, Digital Health and Healthcare AI Exits in 2025: A Mid-Year Analysis and Outlook Executive Summary The European...
Jul 1822 min read


Hypothetical Acquisition of TPP by Oracle: Longitudinal Care Record and Unified Patient Data Management
Hypothetical Acquisition of TPP by Oracle: Longitudinal Care Record and Unified Patient Data Management I. Executive Summary This report...
Jul 1626 min read


Quantum Health: A Strategic Analysis of Healthcare Navigation and Cost Management Leadership
Quantum Health: A Strategic Analysis of Healthcare Navigation and Cost Management Leadership 1. Executive Summary Quantum Health,...
Jul 1626 min read


National Virtual Ward Platform for Neighbourhood Health Services: The UK's Digital Health Transformation Plans
National Virtual Ward Platform for Neighbourhood Health Services: The UK's Digital Health Transformation Plans 1. Executive Summary The...
Jul 1629 min read


The HealthTech and Digital Health Landscape: Definitions, Ecosystem Dynamics and 10-Year Outlook to 2035
The HealthTech and Digital Health Landscape: Definitions, Ecosystem Dynamics and 10-Year Outlook to 2035 I. Executive Summary The...
Jul 1524 min read


Strategically Engaging the NHS in 2026: Navigating the New 10-Year Health Plan and Transformative Shifts
The National Health Service (NHS) in England is embarking on a profound transformation, spearheaded by its new 10-Year Health Plan. This ambitious strategy aims to fundamentally reshape healthcare delivery by 2026 and beyond, driven by three pivotal shifts: from hospital-centric care to community-based services, from analogue processes to digital-first operations, and from reactive treatment to proactive prevention.
Jul 1430 min read


Ambient Voice Technology and the NHS 10 Year Plan: Strategy, Future Applications, Key Suppliers, Funding and Regulatory Landscape
Ambient Voice Technology and the NHS 10 Year Plan: Strategy, Future Applications, Key Suppliers, Funding and Regulatory Landscape...
Jul 1227 min read
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