HIT Consultant December 8, 2025
What You Should Know:
– Rock Health’s 2025 Innovation Maturity Curve reveals a digital health landscape defined by the rapid ascent of AI chatbots for mental health and “Health Benefits 2.0”, driven by rising costs and consumer demand. While next-gen wearables like smart rings moved from novelty to adoption—highlighted by Oura’s massive $900M raise—climate health innovation remained stalled in nascency despite growing environmental urgency.
– As the industry heads into 2026, regulatory scrutiny on AI and data governance will determine whether these emerging technologies can scale safely or face significant headwinds.
2025 Maturity Curve: AI and Longevity Rise, Climate Stalls
The digital health sector in 2025 was characterized by sharp contrasts: rapid acceleration in consumer-facing technologies and persistent stagnation...







