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Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG) announced the 5,000th installation of its Zenition mobile C-arm system on October 8, 2025 at Kolín Regional Hospital in the Czech Republic.

Since launch in 2019, Zenition is deployed in 170+ countries and Philips reports its mobile C-arms help treat more than 15 million patients annually. The platform highlights features such as Position Memory and BodySmart software, with user tests cited showing a 45% reduction in C-arm repositioning.

Philips (NYSE: PHG) released the second edition of its Philips Health Trends Research UAE on October 7, 2025, surveying 500 UAE residents (Feb 2025).

Key findings: 92% want greater control of their health; 93% see benefits in telehealth; 79% are positive about virtual care; 77% are confident in AI for diagnosis and treatment planning; 86% say sustainability should be a sector priority and 83% prefer providers with environmentally responsible practices.

Philips (NYSE:PHG) unveiled innovative CT and MR solutions for radiation therapy at ASTRO 2025. The company introduced two new CT platforms - Rembra RT and Areta RT - featuring ultra-fast image reconstruction speeds of up to 106 images per second and an extended 85cm field of view.

Additionally, Philips debuted the helium-free BlueSeal RT 1.5T 70cm MR system in North America, powered by AI-based SmartSpeed Precise acceleration software. The system enables MR-only simulation protocols in as little as 10 minutes and features a lightweight, vent-pipe-free design for flexible installation options.

Both innovations aim to enhance radiation therapy planning with improved accuracy, efficiency, and sustainability while reducing operational costs and improving patient experience.

Philips (NYSE: PHG) has established a national partnership with Optum Healthcare in the USA, making its ambulatory and diagnostic solutions available to 3.4 million Optum policyholders across 22 U.S. states. The collaboration focuses on Philips' Mobile Cardiac Telemetry (MCOT) and Extended Holter (ePatch) solutions for enhanced outpatient cardiac monitoring.

The partnership aims to enable earlier detection of cardiac conditions and timely clinical intervention through streamlined patient referral processes. The agreement covers various insurance plans, including commercial, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid. Key benefits include reduced specialist referral delays, enhanced diagnostic insights, seamless care coordination, and increased patient compliance.

Philips (NYSE: PHG) has released its Future Health Index 2025 Canada report highlighting significant healthcare challenges and the potential role of AI in addressing them. The research reveals that 1 in 5 Canadians have been hospitalized while waiting for care, with patients facing an average longest waiting time of 131 days - nearly double the global average.

The study uncovered a substantial AI trust gap, with 86% of healthcare professionals believing in AI's potential to improve patient outcomes, compared to only 49% of patients. Additionally, 85% of healthcare professionals report losing clinical time due to data management issues, with nearly half losing over 45 minutes per shift. The report emphasizes the need for building trust in healthcare AI to realize its full potential in improving healthcare efficiency and access.

Philips (NYSE: PHG) has launched its next-generation electric toothbrushes - the Sonicare 6000 and Sonicare 6400 - exclusively at Walmart. These new models feature advanced Sonicare technology that removes 1000% more plaque compared to manual toothbrushes in hard-to-reach areas.

Both models include key features such as Next-Generation Sonicare Technology, S2 Sensitive brush head, visual pressure sensor, SmarTimer with BrushPacer, and 21-day battery life. The Sonicare 6000 offers 6 brushing settings, while the premium 6400 model provides 9 settings and includes app connectivity for personalized brushing recommendations.

Philips (NYSE: PHG) and Southlake Health have partnered to implement the Philips Ambition X MR with BlueSeal technology, a groundbreaking helium-free 1.5T scanner. The innovative system has demonstrated significant improvements, performing MRI exams up to 3 times faster with advanced acceleration technologies.

The installation at Southlake Health represents one of 2,000 BlueSeal installations worldwide, which have collectively saved 5 million liters of helium. The technology features a 70cm bore for enhanced patient comfort and includes AI-embedded workflow solutions. This upgrade aims to address growing diagnostic imaging demands, building upon Southlake's previous capacity of over 20,700 MRI scans performed last year.

Philips (NYSE: PHG) has announced its intention to extend the settlement of two forward contracts related to its long-term incentive plans share program. The extension involves 4 million shares (2 million shares each) and will push the original maturity dates from Q4 2025 to Q4 2026.

These forward contracts are part of the company's share repurchase program that was previously announced on June 14, 2023.

Philips (NYSE: PHG) and Masimo (NASDAQ: MASI) have announced a renewed multi-year strategic partnership focused on advancing patient monitoring technologies. The collaboration will integrate Masimo's advanced monitoring technologies, including SET® pulse oximetry, Radius PPG, and sensor technology, into Philips' multi-parameter patient monitoring platforms.

The partnership aims to develop and co-promote next-generation monitoring solutions, with a focus on patient mobility, AI algorithms, and smart connected care. The integration will support clinicians with reliable data and actionable insights across bedside monitors, central stations, and wearable solutions within a unified system.