Peak Technology Partners Advises Aluna in its Acquisition by Huma
SAN FRANCISCO, May 16, 2025 – Peak Technology Partners is pleased to announce its role as the exclusive financial advisor to Aluna, Inc. (formerly Knox Medical Diagnostics, Inc.) in its acquisition by Huma, a global leader in healthcare AI and digital health platforms, based in both the UK and US. The transaction strategically expands Huma’s presence in the U.S. respiratory remote patient monitoring (RPM) market, further solidifying its position as a comprehensive, AI-first healthcare technology provider.
A Strategic Fit to Expand AI-Powered Respiratory Monitoring
Aluna’s proprietary remote monitoring platform combines a portable, FDA-cleared spirometer, a patient-friendly mobile application, and a clinician dashboard to enable continuous real-world tracking of respiratory health. The platform is used by approximately 150 U.S.-based health systems and clinic networks, helping providers manage conditions such as asthma, COPD, and cystic fibrosis.
Enhancing the Huma Cloud Platform
Aluna’s technology will be integrated into the Huma Cloud Platform, expanding its ability to deliver intelligent remote care. This will enable healthcare organizations and systems in the U.S. and globally to:
Monitor respiratory conditions more proactively
Personalize treatment pathways
Reduce unnecessary ER visits and hospitalizations
Improve revenue capture through automated clinical workflows
Evaluate the real-world effectiveness of treatments at scale
Leadership Commentary
Charvi Shetty, CEO of Aluna, stated:
“Joining forces with Huma offers a remarkable opportunity to amplify our impact and extend the reach of our AI-driven respiratory management platform to a wider patient base worldwide. We are excited about the prospect of integrating our technology into the Huma Cloud Platform, creating a truly holistic digital health solution that empowers both patients and healthcare professionals in the effective management of respiratory conditions.”
Dan Vahdat, CEO and Founder of Huma, commented:
“Today’s announcements mark a new chapter for Huma as we strive to build the most impactful healthcare company in the world. By integrating Aluna’s leading respiratory monitoring solutions into our platform and working to secure growth capital for further acquisitions, we are creating a complete ecosystem to deliver even greater value to health systems, life sciences, and—most importantly—patients around the world.”
A Milestone Transaction in the Digital Health Sector
The acquisition follows Huma’s recent purchase of eConsult and the launch of the enhanced Huma Cloud Platform. These moves mark a major step in Huma’s evolution toward becoming the world’s leading end-to-end digital health infrastructure provider.
PEAK congratulates both teams on this important milestone and is proud to have supported Aluna in a transaction that advances innovation in patient care and digital health delivery.
About Aluna
Aluna provides an AI-powered remote patient monitoring solution, integrating a portable, FDA-cleared spirometer, an intuitive mobile application, and a clinician portal. This integrated system enables live, real-world tracking of lung function and respiratory health. Developed by UC Berkeley Engineering graduates with firsthand experience of respiratory conditions, Aluna prioritizes user-friendliness and engagement, incorporating interactive features and rewards to encourage consistent use and adherence. Aluna’s provider dashboard enables clinicians to remotely access patient data, enhancing telemedicine capabilities and offering valuable health insights. The collection of real-time data in everyday settings allows for the assessment of respiratory medication and therapy effectiveness for individuals affected by asthma, COPD, cystic fibrosis, and other respiratory conditions.
About Huma
Huma is a healthcare AI company that owns and operates leading digital health applications. Its portfolio powers health systems, pharmaceutical companies, and CROs across more than 70 countries, transforming healthcare delivery at scale. Huma’s disease-agnostic cloud platform is designed for rapid, no-code configuration and AI/ML integration, and has been recognized with FDA 510(k) Class II, EU/MDR Class IIb, and other major regulatory certifications. These capabilities enable the company to quickly launch new use cases and optimize acquired assets.
About Peak Technology Partners
Peak Technology Partners is a boutique investment bank focused on helping innovative founders and growth-stage companies achieve exceptional outcomes. With deep domain expertise in healthcare technology, digital health, and enterprise software, PEAK delivers tailored sell-side advisory and M&A execution. The firm combines operational experience with strategic insight to guide clients through high-impact transactions, always prioritizing founder alignment, market fit, and long-term value creation.