Hearing Review·Press release·Cochlear implants·3d agoCochlear Nucleus Nexa System Named to TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026 ListThe Nucleus Nexa System's in-implant firmware upgradeability represents a meaningful engineering shift in cochlear implant design, potentially reducing the need for revision surgery to access new processing capabilities.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Industry news·Pediatric·3d agoAudiology and ENT teams win WA Government child health excellence awardsPublic recognition of paediatric audiology and ENT teams highlights the growing value governments place on specialist child hearing healthcare, which may encourage workforce investment in the field.＋Save
Hearing Review·Regulatory·Public health & policy·3d agoBill to Extend Medicare Benefits for Hearing Reintroduced in HouseIf enacted, this legislation would represent the most significant expansion of hearing healthcare access through Medicare in the program's history, reshaping demand and reimbursement for audiology practices nationwide.＋Save
Hearing Review·Press release·OTC / consumer·3d agoCearvol’s Liberté and Wave Earn Double Recognition at 2026 Hearing Technology Innovator AwardsAward recognition for open-ear and touchscreen-enabled form factors signals growing market interest in consumer-friendly hearing device designs.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Journal article·Professional practice·3d agoAudiology at a Crossroads: New Study Examines Workforce Growth, Retention, and Future DemandA documented workforce growth lag of roughly 5–6× below comparable healthcare professions signals a looming supply-demand crisis in audiology that has implications for patient access, clinic staffing, and the profession's long-term viability.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Industry news·Tinnitus·3d agoLenire Now Included in U.S. ENT Clinical Practice GuidelinesAudiologists and ENTs managing tinnitus patients now have guideline-level backing to offer or refer for Lenire bimodal neuromodulation; clinicians should familiarise themselves with AAO-HNSF eligibility criteria and the device's recommended protocol.＋Save
AU◇AudiologyOnline·Press release·Cochlear implants·3d agoMED-EL USA Honored with Hearing Technology Innovator Award for the SONNET 3 Audio Processor in Auditory Implant CategoryIndustry recognition of cochlear implant audio processors highlights continued competition and innovation in the auditory implant segment, which can influence procurement decisions at implant centers.＋Save
AU◇AudiologyOnline·Press release·Cochlear implants·3d agoMED-EL and Starkey Win Hearing Technology Innovator Award Again for Bimodal Hearing Solution with DualSync TechnologyContinued recognition of cross-manufacturer bimodal solutions underscores the clinical importance of cochlear implant and hearing aid coordination, and may prompt clinicians to evaluate DualSync compatibility in their bimodal fitting workflows.＋Save
AudiologyOnline·Product announcement·Professional practice·3d ago· press releaseAudioscan launches redesigned website with easier access to products, support, and educationEasier access to manufacturer support and educational resources could modestly reduce friction for clinicians using Audioscan verification equipment.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Industry news·Professional practice·3d agoTop audiology teams receive Doug Perkins Award at Specsavers Clinical ConferencePeer recognition programs within large audiology retail networks can raise awareness of clinical excellence benchmarks across franchise settings.＋Save
Hearing Review·Press release·Professional practice·4d agoBeltone Collects More Than 20,000 Food Items in Third Annual Hear2End Hunger Food DriveManufacturer-led community outreach programs like this can shape brand perception for Beltone-affiliated clinics, but carry no implications for hearing care practice.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Press release·Business & finance·4d agoBeltone Collects More Than 20,000 Food Items in Third Annual Hear2End Hunger Food DriveThis story reflects how hearing care brands are investing in community goodwill initiatives, which can influence public perception of the audiology industry but has no direct clinical significance.＋Save
MedWatch·Industry news·Business & finance·4d agoDemant’s new wholesale chief targets global leadership in hearing aidsLeadership signals from one of the world's largest hearing aid groups about global dominance aspirations could foreshadow strategic acquisitions, pricing shifts, or distribution changes relevant to wholesale partners and clinic owners.＋Save
MedWatch·Industry news·Hearing aids·4d agoGN Hearing keeps launch message measured as rivals roll out new platformsSimultaneous platform launches across major manufacturers signals an intensely competitive cycle that could accelerate product choice and pricing dynamics for clinics and dispensers.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Journal article·Public health & policy·7d agoStudy Finds Older Adults Prefer Traditional Medical Settings for Hearing CareTraditional clinic-based care delivery remains the preferred model among older adults; audiologists can use this evidence to reinforce the value of in-person medical settings when counseling patients or planning service delivery, though practice workflows need not change...＋Save
Aurahear·Industry news·Education & training·7d agoAurahear’s Phil Creighton to deliver EUHA webinar on AuracastAuracast (Bluetooth broadcast audio) is an emerging standard with real potential to improve hearing accessibility, and its inclusion in a major European audiology body's education programme signals growing professional interest in the technology.＋Save
Aurahear·Industry news·Accessibility·7d agoRNID and GN launch Auracast playbook for theatresA formal playbook co-developed by a major charity and a leading manufacturer could meaningfully accelerate Auracast deployment in live entertainment venues, expanding real-world benefits for hearing aid users beyond the clinic.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Hearing aids·7d agoFortell Expands Prescription AI Hearing Aids to More Than 30 StatesFortell's rapid multi-state rollout, combining brick-and-mortar and remote fitting, signals growing competitive pressure on traditional audiology clinics from direct-to-consumer AI hearing aid models with remote audiologist support.＋Save
Aurahear·Industry news·Accessibility·7d agoDemo and tell: Bettear introduces Auracast demo guide for clinicsPractical clinic-ready demo tools for Auracast could accelerate patient and professional awareness of next-generation assistive listening technology, potentially speeding adoption ahead of widespread venue deployment.＋Save
Aurahear·Industry news·Accessibility·7d ago· press releaseListen Technologies and Ampetronic appoint SKMac as Mid-Atlantic US representativeExpanding regional distribution of Auracast-enabled assistive listening systems could gradually improve venue accessibility for hearing aid and cochlear implant users in the Mid-Atlantic US.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Business & finance·7d agoBeltone Collects More Than 20,000 Food Items in Third Annual Hear2End Hunger Food DriveIllustrates how hearing industry brands are investing in community goodwill initiatives, which can influence clinic-level brand perception and patient trust.＋Save
MedWatch·Industry news·AI & technology·7d agoWSA changes how it promotes key study data as AI takes over searchThe shift from traditional search to AI-driven discovery is reshaping how hearing industry companies communicate study evidence to consumers, which could affect what patients know and believe before they walk into a clinic.＋Save
Aurahear·Industry news·Accessibility·7d agoCorn Exchange Newbury offers two Auracast streams for theatre audiencesReal-world Auracast venue installations help build the public infrastructure that makes Bluetooth LE Audio hearing accessibility meaningful for patients in everyday life.＋Save
Aurahear·Product announcement·Accessibility·7d agoFree GN Auracast+ app makes setting up Auracast simple for any venueWider venue adoption of Auracast infrastructure lowers the real-world barrier to accessible audio, which could increase the practical value of Auracast-enabled hearing aids for patients.＋Save
Hearing Review·Press release·Regulatory & legal·7d agoAudiologists, ADA File Federal Lawsuit Challenging Medicare’s Private-Pay ExclusionIf successful, this lawsuit could fundamentally reshape how audiologists structure their practices by granting them the same Medicare opt-out rights as physicians, directly affecting billing models and patient access across the profession.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Financial report·Business & finance·8d agoDemant Raises 2026 Outlook as Its Hearing Aid Sales Surge 17% in Q3A 17% organic growth surge at Demant signals continued strong consumer demand for hearing aids and reinforces the competitive pressure on the broader hearing healthcare market.＋Save
MedWatch·Industry news·AI & technology·8d agoDemant CEO says AI hearing aids must strike the right balance on noiseThe tension between aggressive AI noise reduction and preserving meaningful auditory scene information is a central unresolved challenge in hearing aid signal processing, and a major manufacturer's public stance shapes the direction of future product development.＋Save
MedWatch·Industry news·Hearing aids·8d agoWS Audiology CEO says company set out to stand out in crowded launch seasonSimultaneous product launches from all four major European hearing aid manufacturers signals an unusually competitive market moment that could affect pricing, availability, and dispensing choices for clinic owners.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·8d agoLongitudinal Growth of Mandated Hearing Aid Benefits in the USAudiologists and clinic owners should stay updated on their state's mandated benefit landscape, as coverage inconsistencies mean patient financial barriers to hearing aids remain significant and require proactive counselling and referral to benefits navigators.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·OTC / consumer·8d agoOver-the-Counter Hearing Aids 4 Years Later: Regulatory Reform Alone Is Insufficient to Ensure Consumer BenefitsNo immediate practice change indicated; audiologists should remain aware that OTC access has not resolved barriers to benefit and that counseling and follow-up still add value for OTC users who seek professional guidance.＋Save
