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Although HIMSS26 attendees want to learn about new digital tools, they say the real value in coming back to the conference every year is in making new friends, checking in with old friends and sharing ideas and challenges.

AI-powered search simplifies querying for clinicians, but Microsoft's Kenneth Harper warns that health systems must define trusted sources and guide AI tools accordingly to ensure that searches yield accurate, relevant insights.

Also, 4DMedical has raised $57 million and obtained clearance to expand across Europe.

Mediwhale has recently raised $13 million in Series C funding, which will also support its entry into the United States market.

Dr. Bill Fera, genAI leader for life sciences and healthcare at Deloitte Consulting, relays how governance, trust and human oversight are essential to scaling AI responsibly.

Dr. Rowland Illing, chief medical officer at Amazon Web Services, sat down with MobiHealthNews to discuss how innovations have and will transform healthcare.

Through work on AI literacy, governance and data management, Northern Ohio HIMSS' AI Center of Excellence seeks to enhance patient experiences and outcomes, says John Paganini, Global Patient Innovator Changemaker Award recipient.

While AI tools can help patients interpret their medical records, Altera Digital Health's Leigh Burchell, Policy Influencer Changemaker Award recipient, cautions patients against uploading data to non-HIPAA-compliant tools.

Nurses, health systems, educators and industry leaders are aiming to guide responsible use of healthcare AI. With AI workflows impacting care and accountability, nurses are "hungry for guidance," says Jing Wang, RN, dean of FSU College of Nursing.

The deal grants Lilly exclusive global rights to use Insilico's Pharma.AI platform for drug discovery and development across multiple therapeutic areas.