Tokyo-based medical technology company Olympus has established Olympus Innovation Ventures, which will invest in pioneering startups with innovative technologies in the healthcare sector, PitchBook reports. The new fund will also focus on Olympus’ strategy to strengthen endoscopy and pioneer next-generation tools and procedures for minimally invasive surgery. Read more.
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