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![Tech Talk: 2023 Fintech for Aging and Longevity map launches-9940 Tech Talk: 2023 Fintech for Aging and Longevity map launches-9940](/images/listing_research.jpg)
Tech Talk: 2023 Fintech for Aging and Longevity map launches
Fintech4Longevity recently posted an interactive map that provides a detailed overview of start-ups in the field of longevity and finance. The company curated the ecosystem map with a specific focus on highlighting start-ups that intersect longevity and finance, while also supporting technological advancements in the realm of finance and fintech. It's worth a look for the depth of information and insights into how potential customers might expand and extend their income and equity, as well as resources for potential collaborations around financial education.
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![Tinnitus relief may soon be on the way-9906 Tinnitus relief may soon be on the way-9906](/images/listing_research.jpg)
Tinnitus relief may soon be on the way
Tinnitus, the ringing, buzzing or hissing sound of silence, varies from slightly annoying in some to debilitating in others. Up to 15% of adults in the US have the disorder; 40% have it chronically, including many older adults.
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![Tech Talk: Waist-worn sensor assesses physical activity, gait-9848 Tech Talk: Waist-worn sensor assesses physical activity, gait-9848](/images/listing_research.jpg)
Tech Talk: Waist-worn sensor assesses physical activity, gait
A single sensor worn around the waist could capture measures of both physical activity and gait, according to a recent study. The waist-worn sensor is thought to be easier to use for older adults with limited mobility.
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![OTC hearing aids cost-effective, expand access-9820 OTC hearing aids cost-effective, expand access-9820](/images/listing_research.jpg)
OTC hearing aids cost-effective, expand access
Over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, recently available in the United States, were associated with a greater uptake of hearing aid use and were cost-effective over a range of prices. However, the benefits depend on how beneficial the OTC aid is to a patient's quality of life -- i.e., more than 55% compared to a traditional hearing aid.
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![Tech Talk: Internet usage could halve dementia risk-9768 Tech Talk: Internet usage could halve dementia risk-9768](/images/listing_research.jpg)
Tech Talk: Internet usage could halve dementia risk
Researchers recently found a link between regular internet use and a lower risk of dementia, though there was a suggestion that excessive internet use could have the opposite effect. "Online engagement may help to develop and maintain cognitive reserve, which can in turn compensate for brain aging and reduce the risk of dementia," said co-author Virginia W. Chang, MD, PhD, of New York University.
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![Multigenerational attitudes toward technology for healthy aging-9756 Multigenerational attitudes toward technology for healthy aging-9756](/images/listing_research.jpg)
Multigenerational attitudes toward technology for healthy aging
A recent article presents an overview of the GenerationTech survey, and describes attitudes and acceptance related to technology in general and as a means to support active and healthy aging. It's a fascinating read with messages for active-aging organizations, and the full text is available for downloading.
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