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The Rockley Photonics biomarker-sensing platform uses laser technology to enhance sensor readings. (Image source: Rockley - edited)

Ambitious VitalSpex non-invasive blood sugar and blood pressure wrist-based sensing platform passes first human trials

Rockley Photonics Holdings has announced the successful completion of the first human studies trial for its biomarker sensing platform. Future VitalSpex modules should be able to non-invasively provide data about biomarkers such a...

Daniel R Deakin, 22 Jan 2022 23:26

The Cray X is a smart exo suit designed to improve employee health and reduce human error. (Image source: German Bionic)

German Bionic's Cray X smart exosuit helps workers to carry up to 66 lbs

Robotics company German Bionic has designed a smart exosuit that improves worker health and safety. The device collects data in real-time to detect poor posture and tiredness in employees and recommend remedies such as stretches a...

Polly Allcock, 22 Jan 2022 14:06

The EYVA non-invasive glucose and healthtech monitor is being manufactured in India. (Image source: EYVA - edited)

EYVA: World's first non-invasive glucose monitor could cost the equivalent of just over US$200 - no blood required but it's not medical grade

The EYVA device is, according to the startup behind it, not only the world’s first non-invasive glucose monitor but also the world’s first healthtech gadget. The EYVA can check the user’s blood sugar levels and also measure things...

Daniel R Deakin, 20 Jan 2022 22:50

The Alertgy NICGM wristband could be available to Type 2 diabetics by 2023. (Image source: Alertgy - edited)

Alertgy NICGM wristband targets painless non-invasive blood sugar monitoring for Type 2 diabetics by 2023

Alertgy is scheduled to be one of the many healthtech companies making a virtual appearance at the upcoming European Healthtech CEO Forum. The firm has been working on the Alertgy non-invasive continuous glucose monitor (NICGM) wr...

Daniel R Deakin, 13 Jan 2022 23:26

The Mojo Lens is a smart contact lens that can aid athletes. (Image source: Mojo Vision)

Smart contact lens company Mojo Vision announces new investment as it teams up with Adidas

Mojo Vision has made two announcements at CES 2022; that it has received a further US$45 million of investment and that it plans to partner with several fitness companies, including Adidas Running. The company is working on a smar...

Polly Allcock, 06 Jan 2022 15:47

The META Diabet glucoWISE Home Hub system uses radio wave sensors to process blood glucose readings. (Image source: The Imagination Factory)

Diabet non-invasive glucose monitor targets blood draw elimination with the META glucoWISE Home Hub system

META has been working on its glucoWISE Home Hub system, which comprises of two parts: the Diabet non-invasive glucose sensor and its accompanying wearable sensor. The system utilizes radio waves, machine learning, and metamaterial...

Daniel R Deakin, 01 Jan 2022 05:43

Readings from the glucoWISE blood glucose monitor can be uploaded to cloud storage via a PC USB port. (Image source: Meta - edited)

100% pain-free glucoWISE non-invasive blood sugar monitor currently under development

The non-invasive glucoWISE blood glucose monitor is currently being developed by Meta Materials Inc. The portable device utilizes low-power radio waves to measure blood sugar levels and can be used as a continuous monitor as well....

Daniel R Deakin, 30 Dec 2021 06:09

The potential Fitbit mood tracker would need access to the historical mental health data of the user. (Image source: Unsplash)

Future Fitbit wearable could offer mental state monitoring and mood tracking at a potential privacy cost

A patent filed by Fitbit has led to the suggestion that the company could be working on a smartwatch device or similar wearable that is capable of tracking the user’s mental health or mood. The Fitbit wearable would use non-invasi...

Daniel R Deakin, 23 Dec 2021 07:17

F-Secure found that Ellume at-home COVID-19 tests were hackable via Bluetooth, allowing you to falsify your test result. (Image source: Roman Wimmers on Unsplash)

Researcher reveals that some at-home COVID-19 tests could be hacked using Bluetooth

It has been discovered that you can hack some at-home COVID-19 lateral flow tests via Bluetooth. This flaw would allow you to modify your test result. However, the problem has now been resolved, ensuring that you cannot alter the ...

Polly Allcock, 22 Dec 2021 17:33

The geko device stimulates blood flow and assists with lower limb circulation. (Image source: Firstkind)

Geko neuromuscular stimulator that can prevent blood clots gets FDA market approval

The geko device from Firstkind Ltd has received FDA clearance and can now go to market. The electrical neuromuscular stimulator can be easily attached to the wearer’s leg, just below the knee, and it will stimulate blood flow to h...

Daniel R Deakin, 21 Dec 2021 05:20

Owners of MiniMed 600 Series insulin pumps need to check if they have a model with an updated retainer ring. (Image source: Medtronic/Unsplash - edited)

Life-threatening MiniMed 600 Series Insulin Pump dosage issues lead to FDA warning letter over quality control

Medtronic has publicly announced that it received an official warning letter from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in regard to quality control issues at its diabetes management division in Northridge, California. The Min...

Daniel R Deakin, 15 Dec 2021 21:52

The KnowU device (R) and UBand wearable (L) offer a pain-free alternative to finger sticking. (Image source: Know Labs - edited)

KnowU and UBand Bio-RFID non-invasive blood glucose monitors target painful finger-sticking eradication as comparison tests show promise

Comparison test results for the KnowU and UBand Bio-RFID non-invasive blood glucose monitors have shown a lot of promise for those eager to move away from the painful finger-sticking solution for checking blood sugar levels. The c...

Daniel R Deakin, 12 Dec 2021 23:52

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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