Oura is acquiring medical AI chatbot startup Counsel Health

Oura, a company known for its wearable technology, has announced the acquisition of Counsel Health, an AI-native primary care startup, for $625 million. Counsel Health specializes in providing AI-generated health insights and responses through its chatbot, which integrates with users' wearable devices. The acquisition aims to enhance Oura's offerings by combining wearable technology with clinical AI and direct access to healthcare professionals. The deal is expected to finalize by the end of the year, as stated by Oura CEO Tom Hale in an interview with Bloomberg.