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FDA Approves 1,000 AI Devices Amid Regulatory Uncertainty

6/21/2025

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The FDA has greenlit over 1,000 AI and machine learning devices in healthcare, showcasing a surge in technological advancement. Despite this progress, the FDA's list has stagnated since deregulation. Commissioner Marty Makary advocates for internal AI tools to speed up reviews, yet remains vague on future regulations for AI, especially generative AI.

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The FDA has greenlit over 1,000 AI and machine learning devices in healthcare, showcasing a surge in technological advancement. Despite this progress, the FDA's list has stagnated since deregulation. Commissioner Marty Makary advocates for internal AI tools to speed up reviews, yet remains vague on future regulations for AI, especially generative AI.