Health & Technology
Health technology news covering digital health, telemedicine, medical devices, health apps, and innovations transforming healthcare in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi FDA Grants Marketing Authorization for Dual Glucose and Ketone Monitoring Device
The Saudi FDA has authorized a continuous glucose and ketone monitoring device, marking one of the first regulatory approvals worldwide for the biosensor tool.
Princess Nourah University AI Center Reviews Annual Research and Training Achievements
The PNU AI Center supported over 2,600 researchers and students, executing 10 research projects and 22 training workshops during the past academic year.
Saudi Arabia’s Wasfati Platform Processes 141 Million Prescriptions Annually
Saudi Arabia’s Wasfati platform served 17 million patients and processed 141 million prescriptions last year, reducing waiting times across healthcare facilities.
First Healthcare Technology Manager Pathway Launched in KSA
First Gulf Company and BMET partner to launch Saudi Arabia’s first Certified Healthcare Technology Manager pathway, aligning with Vision 2030.
Zain KSA Enables 11 Remote Robotic Surgeries with SEHA Virtual Hospital
Zain KSA has enabled 11 remote robotic surgeries in collaboration with SEHA Virtual Hospital, demonstrating the readiness of its dedicated digital network.
Bupa CareConnect Records Fivefold Growth in Digital Consultations
Bupa CareConnect has recorded a fivefold increase in digital consultations since 2024, expanding its integrated healthcare services across Saudi Arabia.
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Abbott Launches FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus Glucose Monitoring System in Saudi Arabia
Abbott has launched its FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus glucose monitoring system in Saudi Arabia, offering 15-day wear and real-time smartphone tracking.
Saudi Researchers Develop Secure ICU Patient Monitoring System
Saudi and international researchers have developed a secure ICU monitoring system that achieves 98.04% accuracy while protecting patient data from cyberattacks.
Amplifai Health Launches NUR Thermal Platform for Athlete Performance
Amplifai Health has launched NUR, a connected thermal intelligence platform combining AI and thermal imaging to help athletes track recovery and training.
British Council Funds Nine UK-Saudi Research Collaboration Projects
The British Council and RDIA awarded over 4 million Riyal to fund nine joint UK-Saudi research projects in healthcare, clean energy, and environmental protection.
ACHEMA Middle East Rescheduled to October 2027 in Riyadh
The inaugural ACHEMA Middle East exhibition has been rescheduled to October 2027 at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center.
Smart Homes in Saudi Arabia and UAE Shift Toward Healthier Living
Smart homes in Saudi Arabia and the UAE are evolving to focus on health-centric technologies and immersive environments, enhancing the overall quality of residential life.
GCC People Pulse Tracker Reveals Strong Regional Workforce Sentiment
The inaugural GCC People Pulse tracker by EXE and Ipsos shows regional employee sentiment outperforming global benchmarks despite rising concerns over AI job security.
Opella Expands Investment in Saudi Arabia During First Year of Independence
Opella marks its first year of independence by expanding its presence in Saudi Arabia, reaching over 4,600 pharmacies and launching five new products.
Intercept Health Initiative Launches with $500 Million to Eliminate Respiratory Infections
The Intercept health initiative has launched with 500 million dollars in funding to eliminate common respiratory infections globally.
Valeo Health Crosses One Million Orders and Identifies Undetected Health Risks
Valeo Health has completed one million orders and released data showing that 68% of UAE residents face undetected health risks.
Researchers Release Proto Language to Integrate AI Models for Generative Biology
The Laboratory of Evolutionary Design has released Proto, an open-source programming language that integrates AI models to streamline generative biology.
Arabian Ethicals Achieves ISO 31000:2018 Certification for Risk Management
Arabian Ethicals has achieved the ISO 31000:2018 certification, establishing a structured risk management framework to secure healthcare supply chains in the UAE.
Meta Superintelligence Labs Launches Muse Spark Multimodal Reasoning Model
Meta Superintelligence Labs has launched Muse Spark, a natively multimodal reasoning model featuring parallel agent orchestration and advanced health data integration.
Midjourney Medical Unveils Revolutionary 60-Second Full-Body Scanner
Midjourney Medical has announced a revolutionary 60-second full-body ultrasonic scanner and plans to launch luxury health spas starting in 2027.
Huawei Leads Global Wrist-Worn Device Shipments in Q1 2026
Huawei secured the top spot in global wrist-worn device shipments for Q1 2026, capturing a 20.2% market share with 9.5 million units shipped.
Zoya Technologies Launches Offline Clinical AI Terminal for Remote Healthcare
Zoya Technologies has launched ZoyeMed 3.0 Resilience Edition, an offline clinical AI terminal designed to deliver complete medical care without internet connectivity.