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Advancing MENA Health Through AI Vascular Age Analysis
amplifAI Health and Healthspan Digital have joined forces to introduce AI-driven precision vascular age analysis for the MENA region and beyond.
amplifAI Health, headquartered in Saudi Arabia, and Healthspan Digital, based in Toronto, have announced a strategic partnership to revolutionize precision health and longevity care in the Middle East and North Africa. The collaboration combines amplifAI Health’s AI-powered thermal hyperspectral technology with Healthspan Digital’s advanced longevity clinical protocols, aiming to provide rapid and cost-effective vascular age analysis.
Age-related diseases present a significant challenge globally — particularly in developed nations. Vascular aging, a key contributor to long-term disability and mortality among older adults, is closely linked to organ function decline and various age-related ailments. Therefore, understanding the mechanisms of this process and developing early detection techniques could significantly extend and improve the lives of millions worldwide.
Vascular aging lacks universal markers, making early detection challenging. However, a common form of vascular aging, peripheral arterial disease, can be detected through thermography by analyzing asymmetries and local temperature changes.
A notable limitation of thermography lies in the capacity of human operators to observe, analyze, and interpret thermograms accurately. AI algorithms address this limitation by objectifying findings, reducing variability, and improving accuracy and reliability. Computer-aided thermography also promises faster throughput and centralized processing, enhancing diagnostic outcomes.
Dr. Fady Hannah-Shmouni, CEO and Founder of Healthspan Digital, and a Dubai-based endocrinologist and geneticist, said: “We’re thrilled to work with amplifAI and their industry-leading technology. Cardiovascular aging and longevity share common pathophysiological mechanisms. Every 20 seconds, a limb is amputated globally. Delaying cardiovascular aging increases the likelihood of longevity, and tools like ampifAI’s AI-powered algorithms can help with early detection and surveillance”.
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Dr. Meshari F. Alwashmi, CEO of amplifAI Health, added: “We’re tremendously excited to work with Healthspan, and our diverse team has what it takes to expand our sphere of knowledge regarding the application of thermography and AI on vascular aging. We hope to extend lifespan for the benefit of all humanity”.
amplifAI Health and Healthspan Digital’s integration of AI with thermal hyperspectral imaging offers an unprecedented opportunity for groundbreaking advancements in the field of medical diagnosis, enabling enhanced monitoring and evaluation of therapeutic interventions to fight vascular aging.
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Samsung Smart Glasses Teased For January, Software Reveal Imminent
According to Korean sources, the new wearable will launch alongside the Galaxy S25, with the accompanying software platform unveiled this December.
Samsung appears poised to introduce its highly anticipated smart glasses in January 2025, alongside the launch of the Galaxy S25. According to sources in Korea, the company will first reveal the accompanying software platform later this month.
As per a report from Yonhap News, Samsung’s unveiling strategy for the smart glasses echoes its approach with the Galaxy Ring earlier this year. The January showcase won’t constitute a full product launch but will likely feature teaser visuals at the Galaxy S25 event. A more detailed rollout could follow in subsequent months.
Just in: Samsung is set to unveil a prototype of its augmented reality (AR) glasses, currently in development, during the Galaxy S25 Unpacked event early next year, likely in the form of videos or images.
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The Galaxy Ring, for example, debuted in January via a short presentation during Samsung’s Unpacked event. The full product unveiling came later at MWC in February, and the final release followed in July. Samsung seems to be adopting a similar phased approach with its smart glasses, which are expected to hit the market in the third quarter of 2025.
A Collaborative Software Effort
Samsung’s partnership with Google has played a key role in developing the smart glasses’ software. This collaboration was first announced in February 2023, with the device set to run on an Android-based platform. In July, the companies reiterated their plans to deliver an extended reality (XR) platform by the end of the year. The software specifics for the XR device are expected to be unveiled before the end of December.
Reports suggest that the smart glasses will resemble Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses in functionality. They won’t include a display but will weigh approximately 50 grams, emphasizing a lightweight, user-friendly design.
Feature Set And Compatibility
The glasses are rumored to integrate Google’s Gemini technology, alongside features like gesture recognition and potential payment capabilities. Samsung aims to create a seamless user experience by integrating the glasses with its broader Galaxy ecosystem, starting with the Galaxy S25, slated for release on January 22.