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Deloitte report unveils $5–7 billion AI life sciences opportunity

April 4, 2024 - In a recent report by Deloitte, it has been estimated that the life sciences industry has the potential to unlock a staggering $5­–7 billion in value through the application of artificial intelligence (AI). The study indicates that almost 90% of this value can be derived from three key areas: research and development (R&D),...


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