New York City's public hospital system will not renew its contract with Palantir, which is set to expire in October. The contract primarily focused on recovering funds for insurance claims amid growing controversy over Palantir's government contracts in the UK.

Health NZ has instructed staff to cease using AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini for writing clinical notes, warning that violations could lead to disciplinary action. A memo was issued to Mental Health and Addiction Services staff in the Rotorua Lakes district reiterating this directive.

New York's Senate Bill S7263 would impose civil liability on chatbot operators for providing substantive advice in 14 licensed professions, including medicine, law, and engineering. This regulation aims to protect consumers by holding AI systems accountable for potentially harmful advice in these fields.

ChatGPT Health frequently fails to recognize medical emergencies and suicidal ideation, raising concerns among experts about potential harm and death. OpenAI launched the Health feature in January, allowing users to connect medical records and wellness apps for health advice, with over 40 million inquiries reported.

The US government has deployed Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok as a nutrition bot on the newly launched website RealFood.gov, which promotes protein-centric dietary guidelines. Grok has faced criticism for providing inappropriate advice, including suggestions for rectal use of vegetables.

Isomorphic Lab has developed a proprietary drug-discovery model, marking a significant advancement in the field. This new AI, referred to as "AlphaFold 4," has garnered attention from scientists for its capabilities.

Dr. Mehmet Oz advocates for AI avatars as a solution to the rural health care crisis in the U.S. Critics express skepticism about the effectiveness of AI-based avatars in addressing health care needs in these communities.

Johnson & Johnson's Acclarent added AI capabilities to its TruDi Navigation System for chronic sinusitis surgeries, utilizing a machine-learning algorithm to assist specialists. Reports have emerged of botched surgeries and misidentified body parts associated with this technology.