Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Americans Are Still Reluctant To Trust AI for Health Advice
A Gallup survey reveals that the majority of Americans remain loyal to doctors and other medical professionals over AI tools, although Gen Z might be changing that dynamic.
Arya Secures $21M for AI-Powered Couples Wellness
Relationship-wellness startup Arya blends AI and human relationship experts to help couples communicate better, rebuild connection and strengthen intimacy.
Oura Acquires Doublepoint, Signaling a Push Into Hand-Gesture Tech
Smart ring maker Oura has acquired Helsinki-based gesture-recognition startup Doublepoint, its fourth acquisition in recent years.
In the Age of AI, Human Personal Trainers Might Become a Luxury
Apps like Future and Caliber are reserving real human fitness coaches for those willing to pay a premium, while free plans feature AI only.
Amazon Enters Lab-Testing Race Through Lifeforce Partnership
Amazon just became the next major player to enter the biomarker blood testing wars with the launch of Health Insights.
Somnee’s AI Sleep Headband Takes Top Prize at NFLPA Pitch Day
Somnee was named winner of the NFL Players Association’s 10th annual Pitch Day, following in the footsteps of brands like Whoop.
Apple Is Scaling Back Its AI Health Coach Plans, Per Report
Apple is reportedly shelving its standalone “Health+” service, instead folding tools into Apple Health as competition in wearables and AI-driven wellness intensifies.
ALTA Technology Group, DXFactor Merge To Form Applied AI Brand ALTA DX
The two firms are combining strategic consulting and AI execution to help fitness operators integrate automation and intelligence.
Daxko’s New AI-First Strategy Targets the Work That Slows Gyms Down
Daxko’s AI-first strategy focuses on automating backend tasks, improving personalization and helping gym operators navigate a new landscape.
The Vitamin Shoppe Embraces AI at New York City Innovation Store
The Vitamin Shoppe's new AI-powered Shoppe Advisor uses semantic search tech to help customers explore products and real-time inventory.
