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CMS has proposed a new rule aimed at reducing improper enrollments in the ACA marketplace, introducing enhanced verification procedures and improved data-matching capabilities to identify potentially fraudulent applications. The initiative seeks to strengthen program integrity while maintaining healthcare access for eligible Americans, with stakeholders expressing mixed reactions as the proposal enters its public comment period.

The UK has ended its antitrust investigation into the partnership between Microsoft and OpenAI. This decision comes as the two companies continue their close collaboration, with Microsoft integrating OpenAI’s technology into products like Copilot while OpenAI pursues ambitious growth plans including specialized AI agents and massive computing infrastructure investments.

The incoming Trump administration’s healthcare policies are expected to create significant challenges across the industry. Key areas likely to be affected include pharmaceutical pricing, insurance market regulations, and healthcare technology innovation. Healthcare organizations are developing contingency plans and focusing on operational efficiency to navigate potential regulatory shifts.