Leona Health AI Copilot for Doctors on WhatsApp

Leona Health Secures $14M to Build the World's First AI Copilot for Doctors on WhatsApp

In Latin America, healthcare often begins with a simple WhatsApp message. Patients text their doctors expecting quick responses, much like they would from a food delivery service. But for physicians juggling dozens of patients daily, this communication model has become unsustainable. Enter Leona Health, a startup that just secured $14 million in seed funding to solve this growing crisis with an AI-powered solution built directly into the messaging platform doctors already use. ...

January 6, 2026 · 5 min · TechLife
Meta WhatsApp third-party integration in Europe

Meta Expands WhatsApp Integration in Europe

Key Highlights Meta is rolling out third-party integration with WhatsApp in Europe The integration will maintain WhatsApp’s end-to-end encryption (E2EE) This move is a response to the Digital Markets Act (DMA) requirements The European tech landscape is on the cusp of a significant shift, driven by the Digital Markets Act (DMA). This move reflects broader industry trends towards greater interoperability and user choice. As part of this shift, Meta is launching third-party integration with WhatsApp in Europe, a move that will have far-reaching implications for users and developers alike. ...

November 14, 2025 · 2 min · TechLife