The article describes how Don Yansen, an MIT alumnus with degrees in electrical engineering and physics, was inspired by research at the MIT AgeLab to found a new AI startup, Kiwi Health, in October 2024. Yansen, a serial entrepreneur who had retired to care for his wife, observed during AgeLab studies that many older adults struggle with modern devices such as cell phones and smartwatches. In response, Kiwi Health developed a voice-controlled wristband designed to assist seniors with tasks like setting reminders, making calls, sending texts, and sharing health data, without requiring interaction with screens. The device incorporates AI to interpret voice commands, accommodating age-related changes in voice, and also monitors health metrics, automatically alerting caregivers in the event of falls. Yansen’s objective with Kiwi Health is to enhance the quality of life for seniors by providing them with accessible technology. [Read more at www.technologyreview.com/agelab-research-inspires-an-a-i-startup/](https://www.technologyreview.com/20