CareDx presented validation data for AlloSure Plus, an AI-driven diagnostic tool for kidney transplant rejection risk, at the 2025 World Transplant Congress. By integrating donor-derived cell-free DNA from AlloSure Kidney with clinical data, the tool improves detection and monitoring compared to biopsy alone. Early results indicate its potential to support personalized transplant care and long-term graft outcomes.

Google announced two new AI initiatives designed to improve mental health care and research worldwide. The first is a field guide created with partners to help organizations integrate AI into task-sharing models for wider access to care. The second is a multi-year collaboration with the Wellcome Trust, funding independent research on innovative treatments and more precise diagnostic tools.

At CES 2025, Withings revealed Omnia, a conceptual AI-powered smart mirror designed to integrate daily health monitoring into routine use. The device combines body scans, heart and metabolic insights, and connected data from other Withings products. While not intended for immediate release, Omnia demonstrates the company’s vision for unified, AI-driven personal health management.

A U.S. man’s emotional proposal to an AI chatbot he built using ChatGPT has drawn public attention, illustrating the emerging trend of users developing romantic attachments to AI companions. Experts weigh in on the implications for mental health, relationships, and future norms as AI becomes more integrated into personal life.

Queensland Health has launched Australia’s largest deployment of StrokeViewer, an AI-powered tool for stroke imaging, across 36 hospitals. The initiative supports faster diagnosis and timely care, particularly for patients in regional and rural communities.

The World Health Organization's member states have passed a resolution at the 78th World Health Assembly to address inequalities in medical imaging access. It emphasizes strategies for infrastructure, training, and AI integration to improve diagnostics amid rising non-communicable diseases. Key aspects include disparities in low- and middle-income countries, AI's role in enhancing workflows, and potential impacts on healthcare equity.

Mental health experts are highlighting concerns over "chatbot psychosis," where prolonged interactions with AI therapy bots may contribute to paranoia and delusions. This report examines recent cases, the evolution of AI in mental health support, advantages and drawbacks, expert insights, and proposed safeguards for safer designs.

An AI-powered mobile skin cancer clinic is improving access to early detection in regional Australia. Launched by Skin Check Champions and UniSA, Project Check Mate uses advanced algorithms and nurse-led imaging to identify suspicious lesions in underserved communities, helping address one of the country’s most pressing health challenges.

L'Oréal has announced a new collaboration with Nvidia to enhance its AI capabilities in beauty technology. Unveiled at VivaTech 2025, the partnership focuses on the CreAItech platform for generative marketing content and the Noli marketplace for AI-powered product recommendations.

A new survey by Joi AI suggests strong Gen Z interest in AI companionship, but independent research shows most young adults remain hesitant. This report compares the latest data, explores psychological and ethical risks, and highlights emerging legal challenges as AI relationships enter public debate.

Earkick, a San Francisco-based startup, leverages AI and real-time biomarker analysis to provide personalized mental health support via a mobile app. This report reviews its technology, reported benefits, privacy safeguards, and ongoing challenges in clinical validation and ethical standards.

Artificial intelligence is being developed to help opticians identify early signs of dementia through routine eye exams. Studies in the UK and Australia show that AI-powered retinal scans could support faster, non-invasive screening, but further validation and regulatory approval are needed.

This report examines the current technological feasibility of creating AI-powered digital twins to replicate individuals for remote relationships, incorporating a sense of touch and real-time interaction. It analyzes AI capabilities, the roles of IoT and 5G, haptic technology, developmental challenges, and the ethical implications of such systems, offering a neutral assessment of the present state and future outlook for personal human replication.

Griffith University and Gold Coast Health have launched Australia’s first artificial intelligence trial in public hospital radiology, aiming to improve diagnostic efficiency and address ongoing workforce shortages. The two-year project will assess the impact of AI on clinical accuracy, workflow, and healthcare delivery.

The University of Hong Kong’s Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine has unveiled an AI-powered model capable of classifying thyroid cancer stage and recurrence risk with over 90% accuracy. Validated against real-world data, the model aims to enhance clinical efficiency and support more consistent, precise diagnoses.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology has announced the development of four AI software models for medical diagnostics and three robotic medical devices. These tools are being tested in collaboration with hospitals in Hong Kong and mainland China, with the aim of improving diagnostic accuracy, surgical procedures, and patient rehabilitation.

Nurabot, a collaborative nursing robot powered by advanced AI, has been introduced in multiple hospitals across Taiwan. Developed through a partnership between Foxconn, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, and NVIDIA, Nurabot aims to automate repetitive nursing tasks, allowing clinical staff to focus more on patient-centered care and helping address global nursing shortages.

A UK-developed AI system by C2-AI is transforming patient care for those facing long surgical wait times in the NHS. Through personalized health recommendations based on individual risk assessment, the technology has significantly reduced complications and emergency admissions in Cheshire and Merseyside, highlighting the potential and considerations of AI in healthcare.

Meta's new AI chatbot app aims to combat loneliness with social features like the "Discover" feed and advanced voice interactions. However, concerns about data privacy, user safety, and potential addiction present challenges for the tech giant as it navigates the evolving social AI landscape.

A British woman has made headlines for ending her 20-year marriage to pursue a romantic relationship with an AI chatbot, sparking debates about the impact of digital companionship on human relationships. This report delves into the emotional dynamics, privacy concerns, and ethical implications of AI romance.