Technology and Artificial Intelligence is shaping the future across nearly every industry.  From generative AI, and tools like ChatGPT and AI art generators garnering mainstream attention, AI is going to (continue to) change the world.

So what exactly is AI, and how does it work? Artificial Intelligence, or AI, is essentially a series of complex algorithms that allow machines to mimic human intelligence.

As the healthcare industry continues to advance, medical device manufacturers and developers are at the forefront of innovation and revolutionizing patient care. Technology is evolving at an ever faster rate, and I took a look at some of the newest technology gadgets and AI currently available.

Alia AI- Elevate your shoe game today with Alia AI - the luxury of having your very own digital shoe

We've all been there before, trying to fit our foot unto the shoe that doesn't actually seem like the real size. Say goodbye to shoe size uncertainty and welcome tailored shoe shopping.Introducing Alia AI - the game-changing mobile app that brings your feet to life in stunning 3D.

Gone are the days of tedious measurements. Alia AI's powerful artificial intelligence effortlessly crafts a precise 3D model, With a mere three photos, you unlock a world of possibilities, taking over 20 measurements of your feet. No more guessing games; now you'll know your perfect fit for any shoe.

The company has teamed up with the renowned Italian shoemaker, Enrico Cuini, to curate personalized made-to-measure shoes, so you get both the ultimate comfort and style with every step you take.

Pro Tip: You can also keep your digital footprints safe and accessible by saving the models, ensuring seamless online shoe purchases for the future.

Think about gift-giving and virtual shoe shopping with friends, it becomes a breeze as you capture 3D models of their feet too.

More info: EnricoCuini.com

January AI- Metabolic health, meet AI

This technology can help you make better choices for your metabolic health. It's called January AI, and it is the first-ever AI-powered glucose monitor, which predicts your body’s blood sugar response to more than 32M foods. This Continuous glucose monitor (CGM) will make it easier to understand how your diet, fitness, and sleep routines may be impacting your overall wellbeing.

The way it works is that you wear the device for two weeks to train the AI. During that time, the app learns about your blood sugar response. Once you take the wearable off, your app will predict how food will spike your blood sugar, before you eat. I love that it can even suggest healthy alternatives of foods that will cause less of a spike.

January is meant for anyone who is interested in learning more about their metabolic health and how their body’s blood sugar is impacted by the foods they eat.The app also helps wellness-seekers with goals like intermittent fasting, increasing fiber, and getting post-meal movement -- all in the name of metabolic health.

You don’t need to be diabetic, this is meant for anyone who is interested in learning more about their metabolic health.

More info: https://bit.ly/3ORWuYk

Swytch- The new way to cycle

Whether it's an old bicycle that has been left unused in your garage for years or the latest bike model, Swytch Technology has engineered a solution that allows you to turn any bike into a state-of-the-art eBike for under $500.

The Swytch kit comes with a pocket sized battery ( which is similar in size to a large smartphone, weighs just 1.5lbs (700g), ) recharges in just one hour from your mains power socket) and costs less than 2 cents to charge per 10 miles range. eBikes are at the forefront of future urban mobility, and its’ so great to see tech like this. Upgrading to the larger battery option available with 20 miles range, and weighing 2.4lbs (1.1kg).

The system provides 250W of pedal-assist power via a high torque front motor wheel, allowing users to quickly accelerate to 20mph and easily climb gradients of 30% without breaking a sweat.

Swytch’s ethos has always been about sustainability – by introducing a kit that enables anyone to up-cycle their old bike into a state-of-the art electric one the company aims to breathe new life into the millions of bikes that lie dormant in garages across the nation. The focus on sustainability as well is what is perpetuating the growth of the e-bike market – with the market forecast to be worth 102.6bn by 2030.

More info: www.swytchbike.com

Cradlewise Smart Bassinet and Crib

Sleep is so important for babies — but for US new parents too. Trust me when I tell you things are getting better, and I am getting more sleep thanks to AI and the Cradelwise smart bassinet. It’s the only AI-enabled smart crib that learns the sleep patterns of each baby and helps soothe them back to sleep before they cry-- LITERALLY changing the future of caregiving with AI.

The AI models act as interpreters to figure out what’s going on with the baby, with the built-in baby monitor that detects early wakeup signs, building an understanding of their unique sleep patterns. Because there is no one-size-fits-all length of time it takes to soothe a baby, the cradle provides a custom, intuitive, dynamically learned response based on the individual baby’s needs. If the baby doesn’t respond to the cradle’s soothing by falling back asleep, Cradlewise will stop bouncing and alert the parent to attend to baby.

The company’s algorithms are regularly tuned based on anonymized data across babies to best detect wake-ups, constantly improving for smarter cry detection and parental alerts.

Cradlewise learns your baby’s sleep patterns and tailors its soothing approach to your baby’s needs, the same way you do as a parent. The crib’s AI learns from your baby’s sleep patterns, which allows it to predict wakings and determine which wake-up phase your baby is in.

More info: www.cradlewise.com