Dive into the world of agetech.  Host Zannat Reza navigates the promising field of agetech with Keren Etkin, a gerontologist, an agetech author, and host of the AgeTech Podcast. Together they delve into a world where technology meets aging, discussing the tremendous opportunities being unlocked by agetech startups and the unique challenges they face. They explore the transformative role of AI chat, such as GPT, in this space and address the critical issues around data privacy in the digital age.

In the second part of the conversation, Keren introduces the concept of 'high-tech, high-touch' aging, envisioning a future where technology works in harmony with the human element in elder care. They discuss the financial side of agetech, exploring how venture capital plays a pivotal role in the growth of the industry. Additionally, they dig into the impact of initiatives like ENVISAGE in providing Canadian startups with a gateway to the burgeoning agetech market. This episode is a tour-de-force of the agetech landscape, offering a comprehensive outlook on how technology is reshaping our perception and experience of aging.

Chapters:

• (00:00 ) - Episode Introduction
  


• (02:45 ) - Understanding AgeTech
  


• (08:00 ) - Agetech Startup Challenges
  


• (10:55 ) - AI and AgeTech Intersection
  


• (13:39 ) - The Importance of Data Privacy
  


• (15:40 ) - Role of an AgeTech Evangelist
  


• (17:30 ) - Funding in Age-Tech
  


• (19:30 ) - The ENVISAGE Initiative
  


• (20:00 ) - Current AgeTech Market Offerings
  


• (21:00 ) - - Future of Aging: The Final 2 Questions