The pursuit of creating a sustainable wearable is noble, no doubt. However, the tiny form factors of the best smart rings and design challenges of the best smartwatches render them difficult to repair ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I am an MIT Senior Fellow & Lecturer, 5x-founder & VC investing in AI As we start to recognize the awesome power of large language ...

Medical wearables have been part of clinical research for years, but mostly in supporting or exploratory roles. Sponsors often used them in early-phase studies to explore secondary endpoints or assess ...

Wearables paired with telehealth can significantly improve outcomes for chronic conditions like heart disease. Effective programs require condition-specific devices (e.g., CGMs, ECGs) and secure, ...

Tech CEOs have long held the dream of a day where computers are so inextricably linked to our day-to-day lives that they become part of our bodies. This dream, for now, takes the form of wearable ...

Wearable technology is no longer just about tracking steps. A new class of hospital-grade wearables is showing real promise in improving patient outcomes, streamlining clinical workflows and enhancing ...

On a recent Monday afternoon, I opened the Oura app on my phone and asked a simple question: "I'm tired even though I got enough sleep last night. What should I do?" It suggested that I take a walk, ...

Matthew Bird has previously received funding from the Department of Defense. The views expressed in this manuscript are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or ...

Once considered the domain of science fiction, wearable devices are now an increasingly common medium for facilitating secure payments on the go. RFID-enabled smartwatches, wristbands and jewelry ...