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  • Solving the Paternal Testing Hurdle in Prenatal Genetics

    Partner testing can slow prenatal carrier screening. Single-gene non-invasive prenatal testing uses one maternal blood draw to estimate fetal risk and speed counseling.

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  • The Economic Impact of AI in Healthcare

    AI is transforming healthcare, driving cost savings and improving patient care. Learn how this $1 trillion shift is reshaping the industry and creating opportunities for providers, patients, and investors.

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    Avoid the Most Common Mistakes in Estate Planning

    Estate planning is all about your legacy. A well-planned estate plan is one that meets your goals and avoids unnecessary costs, delays, and conflicts.

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  • A Secular Growth Story Emerging in Radiopharmaceuticals

    From targeted cancer therapies to Alzheimer’s imaging, radiopharma is scaling fast across medicine.

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  • The Rise of Micromobility Among Younger Consumers

    Led by Gen Z, micromobility is gaining momentum, but availability and safety remain major hurdles.

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  • Cautious Optimism for IT Spending in 2026

    As IT budgets stabilize, AI-led modernization is unlocking new opportunities for service providers and investors in 2026.

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  • Race to Infinite Labor: The Humanoid Hypothesis

    As aging populations and labor constraints put pressure on economic growth, humanoid robotics are emerging as a potential solution to the next productivity challenge.

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  • Autonomous Vehicles and the Evolving Auto Insurance Market

    In this installment of On Risk: Leading Insurers Discuss Emerging Trends, Adam Klauber, William Blair’s group head of financial services and technology research, sits down with Andrew Robinson, CEO of Skyward Specialty Insurance; Mark Haushill, CFO of Skyward Specialty Insurance; Chris Moore, president of Apollo; and Taryn McHarg, CFO of Apollo, to explore how the autonomous vehicle (AV) ecosystem is reshaping insurance markets.

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  • How Do War, Inflation, AI, and Portfolios All Connect?

    Geopolitical shocks and AI’s resource demands are adding new inflation pressure. Here’s what it means for asset allocation.

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  • Managing Risks in AI-Generated Code to Better Secure Software

    Generative AI speeds development but also introduces risks, such as security flaws and legal exposure. Strong governance practices that mitigate downside risks are key to realizing AI’s benefits safely.

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