- In March 2025, Medtronic plc introduced a new line of single-use wearable biosensors for real-time glucose and cardiac monitoring in select European countries. These sensors integrate Bluetooth connectivity and are designed for remote patient care, addressing the rising demand for continuous monitoring solutions in outpatient and home settings.
- In November 2024, Philips Healthcare launched its disposable temperature and respiration sensors for use in emergency and critical care units across European hospitals. These devices are designed to reduce cross-contamination risks and enhance infection control protocols, particularly in high-risk clinical environments.
- In August 2024, NXP Semiconductors partnered with European telehealth startups to develop smart patch sensors that combine pressure and motion detection for musculoskeletal and elderly care monitoring. The collaboration highlights the growing adoption of multi-sensor platforms in wearable, disposable formats.
- In May 2024, STMicroelectronics rolled out a new generation of disposable biosensors for point-of-care diagnostics, compatible with lateral flow devices and microfluidic cartridges. The sensors enable rapid testing for infectious diseases and chronic condition biomarkers, catering to decentralized healthcare delivery.
- In January 2024, Gentag, Inc., in collaboration with German hospitals, began pilot testing NFC-enabled ingestible sensors for medication adherence tracking and gastrointestinal diagnostics. This marks a significant move toward precision medicine through disposable smart pill technologies in Europe.
