Medtech Startups to Watch: Five Standout Innovators from LSI Asia ’26
Every LSI event brings together dozens of companies developing new medical technologies, but a handful always leave a particularly strong impression. Following LSI Asia ‘26 in Singapore, LSI’s Market Intelligence team reviewed presentations from more than 70 companies to identify five medtech startups that stood out based on their technology, commercial potential, recent milestones, and the markets they are pursuing. One trend became immediately apparent. Many of this year’s most compelling innovators came from across the Asia-Pacific region, demonstrating that companies headquartered in Singapore, China, and Thailand are increasingly building technologies designed for global adoption rather than regional markets alone. Below are five companies that captured our attention and the market dynamics supporting each opportunity. Aqua Medical Aqua Medical is developing an endoscopic treatment designed to address type 2 diabetes through a minimally invasive procedure instead of lifelong dru...