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The POGO Automatic blood glucose monitor weighs just 3.4 ounces with batteries. (Image source: Intuity Medical Inc. - edited)

FDA-cleared POGO Automatic Monitor for blood glucose measurement now widely available in the US for just $68

The POGO Automatic One-Step Blood Glucose Monitor is now widely available for purchase in the US. The monitor, which was designed by Intuity Medical Inc., has been cleared by the FDA and can be bought from US$68. The POGO monitor ...

Daniel R Deakin, 08 Dec 2021 20:56

The K'Watch Athlete wearable gives users access to their real-time lactate levels. (Image source: PKVitality - edited)

K'Watch Athlete wearable delivers continuous lactate monitoring without the need for blood samples

PKVitality has been showing off its upcoming K’Watch Athlete wearable. The device has been constructed to help athletes involved in either endurance or explosive sports to monitor their lactic acid levels without the need for anal...

Daniel R Deakin, 04 Dec 2021 17:58

The K'Watch Glucose smartwatch can be configured to set off alarms when high or low blood sugar levels are detected. (Image source: PKVitality - edited)

Painless continuous blood sugar monitoring on the horizon for US$199 thanks to the K'Watch Glucose from PKVitality

The K’Watch Glucose smartwatch from PKVitality is currently undergoing clinical trials in the US. The device promises painless continuous glucose monitoring for diabetics and utilizes a replaceable K’apsul with SkinTaste technolog...

Daniel R Deakin, 02 Dec 2021 23:58

The Afon blood sugar sensor should do away with painful fingertip pricking for millions of people with diabetes. (Image source: Afon/Unsplash - edited)

Pain-free non-invasive blood sugar monitor for use with any compatible smart device in the Afon pipeline

A pain-free blood glucose sensor is being trialed by a UK-based company called Afon Technology. While there are supposedly various non-invasive hardware solutions being worked on, the Afon blood sugar level monitor comes as a supp...

Daniel R Deakin, 28 Nov 2021 19:14

Researchers were able to wirelessly transmit useful data by modulating a neutron field emitted by the Californium-252 isotope (Image source: Nature.com)

Researchers manage to transmit digital data using nuclear radiation

Researchers at Lancaster University were able to transmit useful digital data by manipulating the neutron field around radioactive Californium-252. The research could have an impact on future wireless technologies that aren't damp...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 13 Nov 2021 15:33

Tencent's Zixiao chip reportedly delivers 100 percent faster performance in search suggestions and image processing (Image source: CNBC)

Tencent Cloud outs new AI chips that reportedly outpace current market leaders

Tencent Cloud, the Chinese giant's cloud services subsidiary, recently unveiled three new AI chips its working on that reportedly deliver significantly faster results than existing systems.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 13 Nov 2021 15:15

The Rivian R1T has been in limited production since earlier this year (Image source: Rivian)

Rivian, the electric "cybertruck" company hits US$100 billion valuation, surpassing General Motors despite only ever having delivered 150 vehicles

Rivian, an electric car maker touted as a competitor to Tesla and supported by the likes of Facebook and Amazon, recently hit a US$100 billion valuation on the stock market, despite the fact that the company has only ever manufact...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 13 Nov 2021 13:11

While Tim Cook has an interest in crypto, don't expect to buy an iPhone with Bitcoin anytime soon (Image source: Apple)

Tim Cook opened up about his personal interest in crypto but shuts down the possibility of adding Bitcoin as an Apple payment method

Apple CEO Tim Cook spoke briefly about his personal interest in cryptocurrency at a New York Times press event, stating that he personally owns crypto as part of his investment portfolio. However, he confirmed that Apple would not...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 11 Nov 2021 10:22

If Dr. Siddiqui's research pans out, future rocket engines could feature 3D printed parts (Image source: NASA)

Florida university professor kickstarts project to investigate 3D printed rocket engine parts

The US$150,000 research project could answer significant questions about just how durable current generation 3D-printed parts can be in extreme situations.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 11 Nov 2021 09:46

The Oura Ring Generation 3 is available in four colours, including gold. (Image source: Oura)

Oura Ring Generation 3 launched in four colours for US$299

Oura has finally brought a new generation of its fitness tracker to market. The Oura Ring Generation 3 is available in four colours and will start shipping next month. The ring retails for US$299, but it also relies on a US$6.99 O...

Alex Alderson, 27 Oct 2021 13:13

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