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President Biden raises tariffs on Chinese-made EVs, lithium batteries, solar cells, medical PPE and syringes, and more. (Source: Whitehouse on YouTube)

President Biden raises US import tariffs on Chinese EVs, batteries, solar cells, medical supplies, semiconductors, port cranes, minerals, and metals while ignoring patients and medical providers

President Biden has raised US import tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, batteries, solar cells, medical supplies, semiconductors, port cranes, minerals, steel, and aluminum. The tariffs are in response to unfair Chinese trade p...

David Chien, 15 May 2024 03:16

Apple's new technology detects irregular movements and alerts nearby devices of the emergency (Image Source: US PTO)

Next Apple Watch may detect drowning and alert nearby devices, suggests new patent

As per a new patent filing, Apple may soon implement a drowning detection feature in the next iteration of the Apple Watch. The system, dubbed a digital pool assistant, detects irregular limb movement and heart-rate and blood oxyg...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 13 Apr 2024 10:28

Lifeward ReStore Exo-Suit aids in stroke rehabilitation by lifting the foot properly with each step. (Source: Lifeward)

Hungarian researchers demonstrate Lifeward ReStore Exo-Suit improves walking ability better than traditional rehabilitation after stroke

Hungarian researchers have demonstrated the Lifeward ReStore Exo-Suit exoskeleton to improve stroke patients walking ability better than traditional rehabilitation. Traditional rehabilitation cannot stabilize and move the foot pro...

David Chien, 03 Apr 2024 06:46

UCLA engineers create patch to translate mute speech, throat muscle movements into audible speech. (Source: Ziyuan Che et al. article)

Bioengineer researchers at UCLA create self-powered patch that translates throat muscle movements of silent speech into spoken speech using machine learning

Bioengineer researchers at UCLA have created a self-powered patch that translates laryngeal muscle movements during silent speech into spoken speech using machine learning. This wearable technology can enable people with speaking ...

David Chien, 30 Mar 2024 00:29

Researchers use ML models to detect low-mood in White English speakers from their Facebook posts. (Source: AI image Dall-E 3)

Researchers use machine learning models to detect moods of White English speakers from Facebook posts

University of Virginia and NIH researchers have used machine learning models to detect a person’s mood from their word choices on Facebook. Their models work well with White English speakers, but not with Black English speakers. T...

David Chien, 28 Mar 2024 08:30

Neuralink's first implantee can now play Civilization VI using just his mind. (Source: Neuralink via Twitter)

First Neuralink customer able to play Civilization VI, online chess using just his mind, demonstrating 'telepathy'

Elon Musk-founded Neuralink's breakthrough enables quadriplegic Noland Arbaugh to control a computer mouse with his mind. Developed in-house, the chip implant reads neuron activity, offering hope for those with neurological condit...

Sambit Saha, 21 Mar 2024 20:22

President Biden establishes White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research to address imbalances in research, knowledge, and treatement of female health issues. (Source: AI generated Dall-E 3)

President Biden establishes White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research to research understudied female health issues by bringing together engineers and scientists to develop innovative solutions

President Biden has established through executive order the White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research. The goal is to address the imbalance in health research and treatment of female health issues such as menopause. Govern...

David Chien, 20 Mar 2024 08:54

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang unveils Blackwell GPU 18x+ faster than Hopper at GTC 2024. (Source: Nvidia on YouTube)

Nvidia CEO Huang unveils latest AI products for the enterprise along with advances in autonomous vehicle and humanoid robot capabilities during GTC 2024 keynote

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has unveiled the company’s latest AI products and services for the enterprise during GTC 2024 (GPU Technology Conference) in San Jose, CA. The company announced the Blackwell GPU platform as part of their n...

David Chien, 19 Mar 2024 07:44

SoulPaint is a VR project using body mapping techniques to explore the self through art. (Source: SoulPaint)

Hatsumi and Monobanda hold world premiere of SoulPaint at SXSW 2024 – a VR body-mapping project allowing participants to express emotions through healing art

Hatsumi and Monobanda have held the world premiere of its SoulPaint VR project at South by Southwest 2024. This body mapping experience allowed participants to explore their own bodies and express lived experiences and emotions th...

David Chien, 18 Mar 2024 08:05

The Dexcom Stelo will be the first FDA-cleared CGM available without a prescription. (Image source: Dexcom)

New Dexcom Stelo continuous glucose monitor receives FDA approval

The FDA has cleared the Dexcom Stelo as a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) for use without a prescription in the US. The solution, expected to launch later this year, can be used to track your blood sugar levels in an accompanying...

Polly Allcock, 07 Mar 2024 12:32

The Garmin Index BPM is now available in EU countries. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Index BPM Smart Blood Pressure Monitor now available in more countries

Garmin is now selling the Index BPM Smart Blood Pressure Monitor in EU countries, including the Netherlands, France and Germany. The device was launched in the US in 2022 as a blood pressure cuff for clinically validated blood pre...

Polly Allcock, 04 Mar 2024 12:31

The Vera Ring can measure your heart rate, VO2 Max and temperature. (Image source: Vera Health)

Vera Ring health tracking wearable promising many features now crowdfunding

Vera Health has launched an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign for the Vera Ring. The company suggests the new wearable has a wide range of health tracking features, taking measurements like SpO2, VO2 Max and temperature. Plus, an AI...

Polly Allcock, 28 Feb 2024 12:58

The Ultrahuman M1 CGM has arrived in the US. (Image source: Ultrahuman)

Ultrahuman M1 continuous glucose monitor launches in US

Ultrahuman has launched the M1 Live continuous glucose monitor in the US. The solution uses the FDA-approved Abbott FreeStyle Libre sensor, providing real-time data in the Ultrahuman app. Customers in the US can purchase bundles t...

Polly Allcock, 27 Feb 2024 11:26

Rehab Technologies TWIN exoskeleton assists in rehabilitation of stroke and spinal cord injury patients. (Source: Rehab Technologies on YouTube)

Rehab Technologies IIT presents TWIN exoskeleton for mobility and rehabilitation of stroke and spinal cord injury patients

Rehab Technologies IIT has presented the TWIN exoskeleton targeted to stroke and spinal cord injury patients. When worn, the non-self balancing suit assists patients with limited or no control over their legs and feet to sit, stan...

David Chien, 25 Feb 2024 08:41

Wandercraft Personal Exoskeleton enables the paralyzed to independently walk, sit, and stand. (Source: Wandercraft)

Groundbreaking Wandercraft Personal Exoskeleton enables wheelchair-bound, paralyzed people to walk again

Wandercraft has unveiled the Personal Exoskeleton enabling wheelchair-bound people with lower-body paralysis to walk again. The battery-powered exoskeleton utilizes real-time, 3D environmental mapping and adaptive AI gait to allow...

David Chien, 24 Feb 2024 07:20

Neuralink's vision: complete control of digital devices by thinking (Image Source: Neuralink)

Neuralink's first test patient can control mouse by thinking, says Elon Musk

Elon Musk has said that Neuralink’s first human patient has fully recovered after being implanted with a brain-chip, and is able to move a computer cursor by just thinking. The brain-computer interface, titled Telepathy, is first ...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 22 Feb 2024 18:06

Surgeons on the ground successfully remote-controlled the two pound spaceMIRA surgical robot on the ISS. (Source: Virtual Incision)

Surgeons successfully remote-controlled spaceMIRA surgical robot on the International Space Station during mock surgery

Surgeons at the headquarters of Virtual Incision have successfully remote-controlled the spaceMIRA surgical robot 250 miles afar on the International Space Station during mock surgery. This trial run simulated surgical tasks requi...

David Chien, 15 Feb 2024 09:30

At this point, there isn't anything about the Galaxy Fit 3 that is unknown to the public, except for a release date. (Source: X/@TheGalox_)

Leak | Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 on display in retail stores ahead of its release

After months of rumors and extensive leaks, a full hands-on video exposé captures Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Fit 3 in a retail store exhibit for visitors to try out. The fitness tracker comes with a wider 1.6” screen, easily replac...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 15 Feb 2024 05:00

A petunia glows in the night. This is not natural. (Source: Bio Light)

Glowing houseplants: Pre-order in the USA for spring

It is definitely energy-saving. Genetically modified petunias light up thanks to built-in bioluminescence, which replaces the good old night light and saves electricity at the same time. But the different ways of dealing with risk...

Mario Petzold, 12 Feb 2024 16:04

Samsung's sleep apnea detection tool is now FDA-approved. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch's new sleep apnea tool gets FDA approval

Samsung has announced that its sleep apnea detection feature for the Galaxy Watch is now approved for use by the FDA. The tool tracks you in your sleep, monitoring for signs of the disorder and triggering an alert should it find a...

Polly Allcock, 10 Feb 2024 18:36

Brazillian researchers develop plant-wearable sensor to detect pesticides on produce. (Source: S.C. Teixeira et al. article in Biomaterials Advances)

Brazilian researchers develop biodegradable, plant-wearable sensor for detection of pesticides on vegetables

Brazilian researchers have developed a biodegradable, plant-wearable sensor for the detection of pesticides on vegetables. Made of cellulose acetate and carbon, these sensors are inexpensive and simple to produce while being biode...

David Chien, 06 Feb 2024 08:59

Alzheimer's drug Aduhelm discontinued, to be replaced by Leqembi

Advertised as the first Alzheimer's drug capable to treat the cognitive decline coming with this infamous disease, Biogen's Aduhelm has just been withdrawn from the market. The only treatment for this brain disorder approved in th...

Codrut Nistor, 02 Feb 2024 18:58

Physicians can monitor patient vitals signs remotely using Blue Spark VitalTraq. (Source: Blue Spark)

Blue Spark launches VitalTraq vital signs monitoring platform for remote health care

Blue Spark has launched VitalTraq, a vital signs monitoring platform for remote healthcare. A disposable, wireless thermometer patch and a face scan enables physicians to detect abnormal vitals from anywhere in the world.

David Chien, 27 Jan 2024 07:54

Samsung is working on two important health features for its Galaxy wearables, such as the newly announced Galaxy Ring. (Image: Oura)

Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Buds: Samsung competing against Apple for non-invasive blood sugar measurement and blood pressure monitor

In an interview with the head of Samsung's Mobile Digital Health division, a neck-and-neck race with Apple for supremacy in two important areas of health over the next few years is on the cards: Both the non-painful measurement of...

Alexander Fagot, 25 Jan 2024 00:35

Cleaveland's virtual supermarket shopping simulator can detect cognitive-motor decline. (Source: MM Lewis et al. article via Frontiers in Virtual Reality)

Cleveland Clinic VR supermarket shopping simulator measures declines in cognitive and motor abilities

Researchers at the Cleveland Clinic have developed a virtual reality grocery shopping simulator that measures declines in cognitive and motor abilities that occur as one ages. This opens the door to improved tests that will better...

David Chien, 24 Jan 2024 07:01

Patent-free CORBEVAX is an inexpensive, easy to manufacture COVID-19 vaccine. (Source: Biological E. Limited)

Patent-free CORBEVAX COVID-19 vaccine developed by Texas Children's Hospital team receives World Health Organization Emergency Use Listing to counter expensive alternatives

The patent-free CORBEVAX COVID-19 vaccine developed by researchers at Texas Children's Hospital Center for Vaccine Development and Baylor College of Medicine has received World Health Organization Emergency Use Listing. This gives...

David Chien, 23 Jan 2024 09:06

DermaSensor is a compact handheld device for detecting skin cancer using light. (Source: DermaSensor)

DermaSensor announces FDA clearance for AI-powered, skin cancer detection device for primary care physicians

DermaSensor has announced FDA clearance for its skin cancer detection device targeting use by primary care physicians. AI reflected-light analysis improves detection rates so even primary care physicians can more accurately diagno...

David Chien, 19 Jan 2024 09:33

The newest Watches may not be able to show this screen soon. (Source: Apple)

Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 face SpO2 sensor loss in US patent dispute

Apple's latest Watches are thought to be on the brink of losing a common wearable feature over its maker's ongoing legal battle with another company. The 2023 devices might have their blood oxygen (SpO2) measurement feature disabl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jan 2024 17:59

The Maxi-Cosi See Pro 360° Baby Monitor understands baby cries using AI technology. (Source: Maxi-Cosi)

Maxi-Cosi launches See Pro 360° Baby Monitor that interprets the meaning of baby cries with AI CryAssist to simplify parenting

Maxi-Cosi has launched the See Pro 360° Baby Monitor. The remote camera allows parents to monitor babies on smartphones while the innovative AI CryAssist technology interprets baby cries for simplified parenting. Now parents know ...

David Chien, 16 Jan 2024 08:48

FaceHeart Vitals AI software can remotely determine vital signs by simply looking at you. (Source: FaceHeart)

CES 2024 | FaceHeart granted FDA clearance for Vitals AI software that measures vital signs by examining remote patient videos

The FDA has granted 510(k) clearance to FaceHeart Vitals AI software. This innovative application measures vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure remotely by examining videos of a patient's face.

David Chien, 15 Jan 2024 10:19

Darmiyan BrainSee medical AI software can detect signs of Alzheimer's early on. (Source: Darmiyan)

Darmiyan BrainSee medical AI software granted FDA approval for use indicating Alzheimer’s disease likelihood using MRI brain scans and cognitive test scores

The Darmiyan BrainSee medical AI software has been granted FDA De Novo approval. This non-invasive software uses MRI brain scans with cognitive test scores to score the likelihood of a patient developing Alzheimer’s disease within...

David Chien, 13 Jan 2024 06:30

Just as promised last year, the Evie smart ring is shipping this month. (Source: Movano Health)

Movano Health is shipping the women-focused Evie smart ring to iOS users this January

At CES 2024, Movano's Evie smart ring was proudly on display. Although yet to receive regulatory clearance, the Evie Ring has reportedly exceeded FDA standards and will ship this month with full features. The only caveat is that A...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 12 Jan 2024 14:04

The Abbott Lingo continuous glucose monitor is on sale in the UK. (Image source: Abbott)

Abbott Lingo continuous glucose monitor now available

Abbott is now selling its Lingo continuous glucose monitor in the UK. The gadget has been designed to help users track glucose spikes or dips and provide personalized recommendations to reduce them. Each biosensor can be worn for ...

Polly Allcock, 10 Jan 2024 16:58

Outdoor enthusiasts can move faster with heavier gear with the Hypershell exoskeletons. (Source: Hypershell)

CES 2024 | Hypershell announces GoX, ProX, and CarbonX Exoskeletons for outdoor enthusiasts and mountain hikers enabling faster treks with heavier gear

Hypershell has announced the GoX, ProX, and CarbonX Exoskeletons enabling outdoor enthusiasts and mountain hikers to move faster with less fatigue while carrying heavier packs. These lightweight exoskeletons incorporate AI softwar...

David Chien, 10 Jan 2024 08:19

Futuristic, fuctional and fantastical, Withings fancy new 'multiscope' is more than just a thermometer. (Source: Withings)

CES 2024 | Withings BeamO is a 4-in-1 portable health scanner that is probably not arriving soon

Despite being a combination of thermometer, stethoscope, ECG and oximeter, the BeamO fits snugly in your pocket. Withings is calling it a 'multiscope', and boasts that the device can run a full checkup in under a minute. The compa...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 08 Jan 2024 16:11

iRhythm Zio continuous, long-term ECG wearable detects cardiac arrhythmias as well as a doctor. (Source: iRhythm Technologies)

iRhythm Zio wearable ECG with AI detection of heart problems gains EU medical device certification

The iRhythm Technologies Zio ECG has gained EU medical device certification to monitor for abnormal heart beats. This wearable monitor can be worn up to 14 days continuously. AI heart data analysis is as accurate as a doctor in di...

David Chien, 03 Jan 2024 22:10

Integrated Biosciences discovers new class of antibiotics effective against resistant MRSA bacteria. (Source: Public Health Image Library #9994)

Integrated Biosciences discovers new antibiotics effective at killing MRSA and other germs using AI drug discovery software

Integrated Biosciences has discovered a new class of antibiotics using AI-powered drug discovery software. The new antibiotics can be effective against MRSA and other germs that have gained resistance against current drugs. This c...

David Chien, 28 Dec 2023 22:24

David Good visits his mother (back) in her village and researches the treatment of chronic diseases (image: Yanomami Foundation)

Scientific colonialism or progress? Chronic diseases could be cured by gut bacteria from hunter-gatherer societies

Microbiomes from hunter-gatherer societies are being used to help people in industrialised countries fight chronic diseases such as Alzheimer's, arthritis, heart disease, diabetes and cancer. However, this type of research also ra...

Nicole Dominikowski, 27 Dec 2023 19:59

Technology failures of 2023: Titan, Humane Ai Pin, microplastics, geoengineering and more (symbolic image: Bing AI)

The greatest technology failures of 2023

The MIT Technology Review has compiled a list of the biggest technological failures of 2023. These include the Titan deep-sea submersible, General Motors' wayward cruise robotaxis, and Humane Ai Pin, among others.

Nicole Dominikowski, 24 Dec 2023 17:59

NOWATCH releases health tracker with optional display-less faces for better well-being. (Source: NOWATCH)

NOWATCH launches signature smartwatch with swappable display-less faces to remove digital and time distractions

NOWATCH has launched their signature health tracker to support well-being and balance. The wearable has the unique option of swappable faces, so users can replace the analog dial with a display-less metal or gemstone face. This co...

David Chien, 23 Dec 2023 09:32

The MW75 Neuro with fabric-based EEG electrodes visible on the ear pads (Image Source: Neurable)

MW75 Neuro: A high-end wireless headphone that has a neural interface to track brain activity, boost productivity

Neurotechnology firm Neurable has partnered with Master & Dynamic to create the MW75 Neuro, a noise-cancelling headphone with a built-in brain-computer interface, which will allow it to measure the wearer’s brain activity and thus...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 22 Dec 2023 17:53

Stork Boot by Masimo provides continous vital sign monitoring of babies. (Source: Masimo)

Masimo Stork wearable baby bootie acquires FDA clearance for remote vitals monitoring

The Masimo Stork Baby Monitoring System has gained FDA clearance. The system consists of a wearable Stork Boot that continuously transmits baby vitals and alarms to parents and doctors.

David Chien, 22 Dec 2023 07:19

Apogee+ exoskeleton by German Bionic assists nurses with lifting and moving patients. (Source: German Bionic)

German Bionic launches Apogee+ exoskeleton helping nurses and others to lift and move patients with greater ease

German Bionic has launched the Apogee+ exoskeleton with robotic motors. This powered wearable helps nurses and other healthcare workers lift and move heavy patients with greater ease, less strain, and improved stamina.

David Chien, 17 Dec 2023 08:03

Google is officially launching MedML initially only in the US (Image: Google).

AI in healthcare: Google introduces MedML

Google MedML is an AI language model developed specifically for the healthcare sector and is now available to Google Cloud customers in the US via the Vertex AI platform.

Alexander Pensler, 16 Dec 2023 21:01

REMplenish Jr Myo-Nozzle for kids strengthens tongues and improves breathing. (Source: REMastered Sleep)

REMastered Sleep launches REMplenish Jr Myo-Nozzle to strengthen children tongues for better breathing

REMastered Sleep has launched the REMplenish Jr Myo-Nozzle to strengthen children tongues and throat muscles. Weak tongues and throat muscles affect the development of their airways resulting in breathing and other health problems...

David Chien, 16 Dec 2023 05:52

Springbok Analytics provides 3D muscle analysis powered by AI. (Source: Springbok Analytics)

Springbok Analytics announces AI-powered, 3D muscle scanning for the whole body to improve athletic training and injury recovery

Springbok Analytics has announced their AI-powered, 3D muscle scanning service. Their report utilizes 3D MRI scans coupled with AI to provide a complete body muscle analysis. This data can be used by trainers to improve athletic p...

David Chien, 14 Dec 2023 09:11

A genomic smartwatch would be able to track in real-time how genes affect health at the cellular level. (Image source: iStock/Ekin Kizilkaya)

Geneticists at the new Seattle Hub for Synthetic Biology to build a genomic smartwatch

The newly launched Seattle Hub for Synthetic Biology aims to develop novel technology that can record the genetic history of a cell as it changes over time. Called a genomic smartwatch, this research initiative has the potential t...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 12 Dec 2023 13:16

Littlebird Connected Care Marlon lets parents track their young children's health and location continously over LTE. (Source: Littlebird Connected Care)

Littlebird Connected Care announces Marlon wearable for location tracking and health monitoring of children over T-Mobile USA cellular connections

Littlebird Connected Care has announced the first ever, child wearable capable of allowing parents to monitor their young children's location and health remotely - the Littlebird Marlon. Continuous transmission of health and locat...

David Chien, 12 Dec 2023 10:04

CASGEVY therapy utilizes gene editing to treat sickle cell disease. (Source: Vertex Pharmaceuticals)

Vertex and CRISPR Therapeutics gain FDA approval for CASGEVY - World’s first sickle cell treatment using CRISPR gene editing technology

Vertex and CRISPR Therapeutics have announced FDA approval for CASGEVY in treating sickle cell disease. Utilizing cutting edge CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing technology, a patient’s own genes are extracted, edited, and then reinserted t...

David Chien, 08 Dec 2023 23:04