Scaling AI Safely Will Define Success for Healthcare Leaders in 2026

Core Insights - The healthcare industry is facing operational pressures and regulatory complexities, leading to an increased adoption of AI for improved patient care [1] - There is a significant gap between the ambition to adopt AI and the ability to scale it safely, with 55% of organizations concerned about regulatory compliance and only 30% feeling prepared [1] - Kyndryl has launched a "policy as code" capability to help healthcare organizations translate regulatory requirements into machine-readable policies, enhancing compliance and operational resilience [1] Industry Summary - 76% of healthcare organizations have more AI pilots than they can scale, with 31% citing regulatory concerns as a major barrier [1] - Kyndryl is collaborating with various healthcare organizations, such as the Balearic Islands Health Service, to develop AI-enabled platforms that align with security and data protection requirements [1] - The company is also partnering with the University of Liverpool's Civic Health Innovation Labs to co-develop practical blueprints for scalable healthcare outcomes [1]