In this episode of Walk the Valley, we talk with Paula Petcu, CTO of Interhuman AI, about navigating the rapidly evolving intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare. Paula shares her insights on the EU AI Act—its benefits in ensuring safety and fairness, as well as the challenges it poses for startups navigating heavy regulatory demands. She discusses the potential of AI in healthcare, from improving patient communication to diagnostic innovations, while exploring the hurdles of integrating these technologies into public health systems. Finally, she offers practical advice for early-stage companies entering the healthcare market, including the importance of partnerships, regulatory understanding, and learning from shared experiences within the digital health community.