For Axios: Brock E.W. Turner
OpenAI says it acquired Torch, a startup that unifies lab results, medications and visit recordings.
Why it matters: Large AI companies are showing more interest in monetizing health care workflows.
Zoom in: The deal was valued at $100 million in equity, per The Information, citing a person with knowledge of the acquisition.
Catch up quick: Last week, OpenAI announced ChatGPT Health, which will allow users to upload their medical records from wellness apps like Apple Health, Function and MyFitnessPal to ChatGPT.
OpenAI says the service is designed to support, not replace, medical care. It is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.
Instead, it can help users with tasks such as understanding test results or getting advice on dieting and exercise.
Zoom out: OpenAI competitor Anthropic added features to its model for health care and life science customers on Monday.