OpenAI startup plans to deploy robot workers in assisted living communities
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Christine Birkner
May 30, 2023
A startup plans to put AI-powered robots in assisted living communities, adding to other real-world jobs where the robots are being tested.
Technology a growing priority for people 55 and older: McKinsey
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Christine Birkner
May 26, 2023
A new study from McKinsey shows that adults 55 and over see technology not as a “nice to have,” but as a “must have.”
Assisted living community uses Alexa-powered devices to increase resident-staff engagement
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Christine Birkner
May 25, 2023
An assisted living community and technology provider used an Alexa-powered device to increase resident-staff engagement.
Wearable AI patch monitors multiple health factors for seniors
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Christine Birkner
May 24, 2023
Researchers have created a new wearable patch that harnesses AI and nanotechnology to monitor seniors’ health via biometrics.
Senators ask FTC for answers on protecting seniors from AI scams
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Christine Birkner
May 22, 2023
US senators asked the Federal Trade Commission to deliver on its promise to take action to protect older adults from the dangers of AI.
Addiction recovery provider uses AI to monitor telehealth meds for opioid use disorder
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Christine Birkner
May 22, 2023
An addiction medicine practice created an AI platform to connect patients with doctors and help providers comply with treatment regulations.
High school inventors create virtual friend to help seniors with loneliness
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Christine Birkner
May 18, 2023
Technology can combat loneliness. High school inventors created a new virtual friend to keep older adults company and loneliness at bay.
New report warns: Russian, North Korean hackers take aim at healthcare industry
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Christine Birkner
May 18, 2023
Healthcare organizations must remain vigilant against cyber attacks by Russian and North Korean hacker groups, a global advisory firm said.
40 percent of healthcare working hours can be augmented by AI, study finds
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Christine Birkner
May 16, 2023
Some 40% of all healthcare working hours can be supported or augmented by language-based AI, according to a new report by Accenture.
Rising AI and machine learning investments powering senior care advancements
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Christine Birkner
May 01, 2023
It’s perhaps no surprise that investment in AI and ML in healthcare rose over the last two years, according to new research from commercial real estate and investment company Jones Lang LaSalle.