Topic: technology democratization
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How Hackers Liberated the Kinect from the Xbox
Initially marketed as a revolutionary gaming device, the Kinect became a commercial failure in gaming but found unexpected success through a community of developers who repurposed it for robotics and art. The device's affordable depth-sensing technology enabled widespread innovation, leading to o...
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Chipiron's Plan: Better MRI Access, Not Just New Machines
Investment in medical devices is surging, but high costs, such as multi-million dollar MRI scanners, limit their availability to major centers and hinder healthcare accessibility. Chipiron, a Parisian startup, is addressing this by focusing on improving the utilization and access of existing MRI ...
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Brain-Computer Interface Coming to Apple Vision Pro
Cognixion is testing a noninvasive brain-computer interface system paired with the Apple Vision Pro to help individuals with paralysis-induced speech disorders communicate by translating brain signals into commands. The company differentiates itself by avoiding surgical implants, using a speciali...
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