Here's the uncomfortable truth: Most founders are still chasing yesterday's markets. They're building tools for productivity, or consumer apps that feel safe and familiar. Meanwhile, a new generation of companies is tackling the most universal customer need on earth - more years of energy, clarity and performance. This isn't wellness 2.0. This is the redefinition of healthcare, insurance, consumer products and even food. By 2030, the longevity economy will be worth an estimated $27 trillion globally. For business leaders, this represents a once-in-a-generation category: It touches everyone, enables recurring revenues and rewards those who build early.
Peter Diamandis envisions a future where death may become optional, arguing that advancements in technology and understanding of biological systems could allow for extended life. He noted that it's a challenge, likening the human body to a complex machine with forty trillion cells, each executing billions of reactions. He expressed optimism about the role of AI and robotics in unraveling these mysteries, stating, 'We are linear thinkers in an exponential world,' emphasizing the potential acceleration of research through technological innovations.
The integration of generative artificial intelligence and machine learning into robotic surgical systems like Da Vinci is advancing towards fully autonomous surgical robots capable of performing procedures independently.
The North London NHS Foundation Trust's Digital, Data, and AI Academy was honored with the Digital Literacy, Education, and Upskilling Award at the HSJ Digital Awards 2025 for its effective IT training program.
"It may be one of the first dementias to have a definitive treatment, a cure if you like, a really transformative treatment that allows people to live much longer and much more normal lives..."
The Oregon Health and Science University developed a new cancer treatment using ultrasound and engineered particles that break down tumors without major side effects.
"Clinicians treating very obese children in Sweden found that liraglutide injections combined with lifestyle changes resulted in a significant weight loss success rate, avoiding mealtime conflicts."
"Chrome's V8 team has introduced an innovative feature that significantly enhances JavaScript's performance, making it ten times faster and revolutionizing web applications and user experience."
The innovative dengue fever test kit by Crux Product Design integrates microneedle technology into a simple patch, enhancing testing access and user-friendliness in resource-limited areas.
Phosphoenix has a unique neurotech solution to (partially) restore the vision of blind people. With this financing from Innovatiefonds Noord-Holland, we hope to advance this groundbreaking technology.