Wearables

NextSense Lands $16M To Launch Brain-Health, Sleep-Optimizing Earbuds

NextSense has raised $16 million to launch wearable EEG Smartbuds to improve sleep and optimize brain health.

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Myzone Launches New Software To Drive Motivation for Gym Members

Myzone Go uses behavioral science to help members build sustainable workout habits, part of a new push to help operators combat drop-out.

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Key Takeaways From Oura’s Study on Physiological Changes During Pregnancy

A new study from Oura provides a detailed look at how the human body changes during pregnancy, drawing on data collected from the Oura Ring.

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CEO Corner: NextSense’s Jonathan “JB” Berent on the Future of Brain Optimization

Founded by a former Google exec, NextSense's debut product houses advanced biosensing tech inside earbuds to help people optimize their sleep.

Nike’s Robotic Running Shoes Push Wearables Into Motion

Nike's Project Amplify robotic running shoes signal that wearable tech is moving beyond tracking and into active performance.

Oura Signs Licensing Agreements With Smart Ring Rivals Following ITC Ruling

The Finnish wearable company has signed new agreements with RingConn and Omate, aiming to establish clearer intellectual property standards in […]

Oura Adds Long-Term Stress Tracking, Other Preventive Health Features

Fresh off an $11B valuation, Oura is rolling out updates including a "Cumulative Stress" measurement, along with a redesigned app interface.

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Oura’s $11B Valuation Signals Investor Confidence in Preventive Health

Oura has raised $900 million at an $11 billion valuation as smart rings surge and the U.S. government pushes wearables for preventive health.

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Ultrahuman Adds AI-Powered Medical Advice, Expands Blood-Testing Service

Smart ring maker Ultrahuman has unveiled two initiatives to make preventive healthcare more accessible: Vision Cloud and Blood Vision Essentials.

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New Running Wearable for Injury Prevention Sees Crowdfunding Success

The Evolve Mvmt device measures shock absorption and step quality, claiming to be the first wearable in the world to do so.