AI In the News

Agentic AI is starting to make a splash in the healthcare world, but one attorney warns that it could also push the industry into a gray area of liability and patient safety. Without strong guardrails, errors could have life-or-death consequences, said Lily Li, founder of law firm Metaverse Law. Published: September 21, 2025

Nearly seven in 10 hospitals were using predictive artificial intelligence in 2024, with a surge in the use of third-party or self-developed automated billing systems. The study shows significant growth in AI adoption across healthcare organizations for operational and clinical applications. Published: September 19, 2025

Researchers developed a miniature imaging camera paired with AI to identify hidden dangers in coronary arteries with unprecedented detail. The system is small enough to be inserted via catheter, enabling real-time detection of blockages and plaque otherwise invisible to conventional imaging methods. Published: September 1, 2025

A new AI system for early sepsis detection has demonstrated significant potential in reducing patient mortality rates by providing faster, more accurate identification of sepsis indicators in electronic health records. The tool integrates with existing hospital systems to alert clinicians of high-risk patients. Published: September 15, 2025

Hospitals are increasingly implementing AI-driven workflow optimization systems that reduce patient wait times by up to 30% and improve staff efficiency. These systems use predictive analytics to manage patient flow, resource allocation, and scheduling across departments. Published: September 10, 2025

A major pharmaceutical company announced breakthrough results using AI to identify potential treatments for rare neurological diseases, cutting discovery time from years to months. The AI platform analyzed molecular interactions to predict drug efficacy with 85% accuracy. Published: September 8, 2025

A revolutionary augmented reality platform for surgical training has been launched, allowing medical residents to practice complex procedures in a risk-free environment. The system combines haptic feedback with real-time AR visualization to create an immersive learning experience. Published: September 12, 2025

Cancer treatment centers are implementing AR applications that help patients better understand their diagnosis and treatment options through interactive 3D visualizations. Early studies show 60% improvement in patient comprehension and treatment adherence. Published: September 5, 2025

A groundbreaking clinical trial demonstrated that AI-assisted mammography screening achieved 95% accuracy in detecting early-stage breast cancer, significantly outperforming traditional screening methods. The system reduces false positives by 40% while identifying cancers missed by human radiologists. Published: September 20, 2025

Major hospital systems report dramatic improvements in radiology workflow efficiency after implementing AI-powered report generation systems. The technology assists radiologists in creating structured reports while maintaining diagnostic accuracy and reducing average turnaround time from 4 hours to 2 hours. Published: September 14, 2025

The Radiological Society of North America announced breakthrough results from an AI system that can detect acute stroke indicators in MRI scans within 3 minutes of acquisition. This rapid detection capability could significantly improve patient outcomes by enabling faster treatment decisions. Published: September 3, 2025