- Category: Business
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Vision Source launches member dividends initiative program
Largest network of private practice optometrists introduces a new initiative aiming to strengthen the future of independent optometry.
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iCare and MediWhale partner on AI-based CVD retinal imaging
Strategic collaboration would integrate iCare’s DRSplus fundus imaging system with the autonomous Mr. Noon CVD software to predict patients’ CVD risk.
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Arctic Vision acquires MDCO Technology's ophthalmic device business
Integration will support global ophthalmic pipeline expansion addressing significant unmet needs in retinal disease, dry eye, and ocular neuroprotection.
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VIEW Optometry launches to support independent practices
Doctor-founded alliance allows private practice optometrists to maintain ownership while benefiting from a network of tools and resources.
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Leadership watch: Staar Surgical names co-CEOs, ACET adds to Board
Leadership changes are underway in the eyecare space—and we’ve got the latest.
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American College of Eye Technicians offers fast-track training program
Nonprofit’s 8-week, online program aims to address national staffing shortage of ophthalmic technicians with a new class of entry-level professionals.
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AMETEK purchases LKC Technologies
Strategic acquisition includes the RETeval, an FDA-cleared, first-ever handheld ERG/VEP device for retina and optic nerve diseases.
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CSI Dry Eye Innovations unveils new branding and software patent
Rebrand paves way for potential future dry eye product launches to join its flagship, AI-based program: CSI Dry Eye Software.
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Leadership watch: Emmecell, ABO, Outlook, and Heidelberg make changes
Leadership changes are underway in the eyecare space—and we’ve got the latest.
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Leadership watch: OKYO, Orbis, and BVI Medical name new CEOs
Leadership changes are underway in the eyecare space—and we’ve got the latest.
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Newton names ABB Labs as strategic lab partner
Collaboration leverages the largest independent optical laboratory network in the U.S. to bring Neurolens and Sequel lens technologies to more practices.
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Topcon and RemoniHealth to advance AI-based chronic eye disease monitoring
New partnership will integrate remote at-home vision testing with Topcon’s connected care model to support ongoing Healthcare from the Eye initiative.
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Nanodropper now operating as Mu Medical, a precision eyecare platform
Developer of the volume-reducing eye drop bottle adaptor consolidates with Bedo Solutions and Viseon Labs into a commercial-stage medtech ecosystem.
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STAAR Surgical and Alcon terminate proposed merger
Decision to end the estimated $1.6 billion deal follows a failed vote among STAAR stockholders earlier this week.Business
Alcon proposes higher bid for STAAR Surgical acquisition
Amended merger agreement increases total equity value of deal by $150 million; meanwhile, a major shareholder is urging against the sale.
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Leadership watch: Prevent Blindness, SightGlass, and Meibum Scientific share updates
Industry changes are underway in the eyecare space—and we’ve got the latest.
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Bausch + Lomb and Ripple Therapeutics partner to develop sustained-release implants
Collaboration involves the Epidel prodrug platform, which engineers polymer-free drugs with customized, repeat doses and durations for ophthalmic diseases.
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Harrow officially acquires Melt Pharmaceuticals
Purchase includes portfolio non-IV, opioid-free tablets—including MELT-300, under clinical evaluation for procedural sedation during cataract surgery.
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TearOptix secures funding for presbyopia MF lens tech
Company is developing a tear-and-blink-responsive contact lens technology utilizing tear film dynamics to work with the eye’s natural physiology.
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