Wearables
The Future of Nutrition? January AI Launches App That Predicts Blood Sugar Response
January AI members can enter foods they are considering eating, and the app will tell them what the food will do to their blood sugar levels.
Running With the Apple Watch is Better Than Ever Thanks to New Software
The watchOS 9 software from Apple Watch has more specialized running features to help runners measure performance and reach their goals.
Embr Labs Raises $35M in Debt Financing for Menopause Wristband
The Embr Wave wristband delivers cooling or warming sensations for instant relief from hot flashes caused by menopause.
Oura Buys Digital ID Startup Proxy, Bringing New Features to the Smart Ring
Oura will integrate digital identity technology from Proxy into its smart rings, bringing opportunities such as payments and security.
Whoop Becomes First Fitness Wearable To Measure Strength Training
Whoop has developed the first wearable that measures muscular load right as strength training surges in popularity.
Therabody Makes Jim Allwein CFO as Company Continues Wellness Push
Therabody welcomes Jim Allwein, who has extensive finance, tech and wellness experience, including a long stint as CFO of Atkins.
Hyperice Adds Nike Vet Andy Miguel as New Head of Marketing
Miguel arrives at Hyperice after nearly two decades at Nike, where he oversaw the Jordan Brand and directed NBA All-Star Game campaigns.
InsideTracker Adds Features To Measure Women’s Health Using AI
InsideTracker will now provide female users with guidance on biomarkers critical to women's health and easing the menopause transition.
Oura Sees Brick-and-Mortar Benefits in Partnership With Best Buy
Oura says partnering with Best Buy and entering the brick-and-mortar space is natural next step for the company and its smart ring product.
Coaches Corner With Carl Hardwick: Wearable Tech – Use It To Lose It
Carl Hardwick discusses the benefits and drawbacks of fitness wearables, and why the ultimate goal should be to stop using them altogether.