Key Takeaways • Cassini Technologies is expanding its open platform strategy through a collaboration with Leica Microsystems • The goal of the collaboration is to improve compatibility and workflow integration in surgical environments • Live demonstrations are planned at the ASCRS Annual Meeting and ESCRS Congress Cassini Technologies, following the recent EU Medical Device Regulation approval of the company’s Cassini Guidance system, is advancing its open platform strategy through a collaboration with Leica Microsystems. This approach reportedly supports a seamless experience when utilizing compatible technologies. According to Cassini Technologies, by presenting preoperative diagnostic reference data directly into the OR, the Cassini Guidance System provides digital overlays for live alignment and tracking. The diagnostic orientation is maintained throughout surgery, supporting continuity from diagnostics through intraoperative execution, per the company. “This collaboration reflects our commitment to deliver connected solutions that support surgeons while preserving flexibility and choice,” said Richard Spijkers, CEO of Cassini Technologies. “At Leica Microsystems, our company history and passion for delivering the best optics span more than 175 years, uniting optical excellence with the latest digital visualization capabilities,” said Alvin Kok, director global product management at Leica Microsystems. “By integrating Cassini’s digital guidance with the Proveo 8x, we aim to enable more streamlined surgical workflows.” Surgeons are invited to experience the integrated technologies firsthand at the ASCRS Annual Meeting and ESCRS Congress, where Cassini Technologies and Leica Microsystems will provide live demonstrations.