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Wearable Technology in Healthcare

Based on a recent study by Global Industry Analysts, the global market for wearable medical devices is projected to eclipse $4.5 billion by 2020.1 In the United States, the predominant market in this space, it is estimated that roughly 20% of Americans currently own a wearable fitness device.2 As questions on how to rein in increasing healthcare […]

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Wearable Technology: Implications for Entrepreneurs and Organizations

Imagine a world where one can rate the popularity of any individual from 1 to 5 using a mobile device. And in this imaginary world, these ratings are important for determining one’s employability, social status, and where one can live. Furthermore, each person’s name and rating is visible to everyone else through the use of […]