Holmes's Partner Launches Theranos-like Blood-Testing Startup

Billy Evans, the partner of disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, has launched a new blood-testing company called Haemantus. The company, which is initially focusing on testing pets, has drawn comparisons to Theranos due to its similar technology and business model. Evans has already raised millions of dollars in funding, but the company has reportedly stated there is "no regulatory oversight" for the field, raising concerns about potential ethical and safety issues. The long-term goal, according to marketing materials, is to develop a human-sized, wearable version of the product. The situation highlights the ongoing legacy of the Theranos scandal and the challenges of regulating innovative medical technologies.