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16 Minutes on the News #10: Amazon Healthcare, Oculus VR/AR, Google Quantum Supremacy?

Sep 30, 2019
Dive into the future of healthcare as Amazon launches a virtual medical clinic for its employees, potentially disrupting the industry. Explore the latest innovations in virtual and augmented reality highlighted at Oculus Connect 6, shaping immersive experiences. Meanwhile, the podcast delves into the reality of Google's quantum supremacy claim, unpacking its implications for cryptography and beyond. What does this all mean for the tech landscape? Tune in for insights on these pressing trends and their potential to reshape our world.
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Amazon's Healthcare Entry

  • Amazon's entrance into healthcare delivery is significant due to their consumer brand recognition.
  • This move eliminates the excuse that Amazon isn't a healthcare provider, impacting incumbents and startups.
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AWS for Healthcare?

  • Amazon's internal tools often evolve into services for startups, like AWS.
  • Amazon Care could similarly enable new healthcare companies if opened up.
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Tech vs. Healthcare Reality

  • Tech-focused healthcare solutions often struggle with real-world complexities.
  • Integrating into the existing healthcare supply chain and managing patient experiences are key challenges.
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