Converging principles, diverging systems: the real challenge of global AI governance
AI governance success may hinge less on how many frameworks exist and more on how effectively they interoperate in real-world practice, writes Vishnu Narayan.
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Abu Dhabi genomics study identifies 100 genetic causes of inherited vision loss in Emirati population
A study issued by M42 in partnership with the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi demonstrates how genomics enables prevention of vision loss and advances early detection of inherited eye…
Chinese scientific societies call for open global AI governance framework
The initiative argues that increasing human wellbeing should be the guiding principle for AI research, with security as a baseline requirement. It also stresses that all countries should participate equally…
Innovaccer and Infinia Technologies announce UAE healthcare AI alliance
The partnership will focus on unifying healthcare data, improving interoperability, and converting clinical and operational data into actionable intelligence.
Tsinghua spin-off Tairex opens virtual consultation room for AI hospital platform
Tairex Agent Hospital is available to doctors and medical students as a scalable environment for simulated clinical training and digital clinical capability development.
Vietnam health minister discusses AI standards and digital transformation with US business delegation
Deputy Minister of Health Nguyễn Tri Thức told the meeting that the ministry is developing technical standards for AI applications in healthcare.
Japan launches genome medicine body to centralise whole-genome sequencing data
Japan has set up a new body to coordinate nationwide whole-genome sequencing data collection and use, aiming for full operation by the end of the fiscal year.
The economics of Health AI: understanding where value truly lies
AI in healthcare doesn't simply cut costs, writes Vishnu Narayan: it reorganises them. Value depends on governance, incentive alignment, and system readiness, not technology alone.
AITRICS secures Indonesian regulatory approval for AI patient deterioration prediction solution
The approval positions AITRICS to capitalise on Indonesia's accelerating digital health agenda as the government pushes forward with its 2025–2029 Digital Health Transformation Strategy.