The AgeTech Revolution - Shattering Stereotypes and Empowering Older Adults

Explore the transformative impact of AgeTech on the aging population in this 18-minute TEDx talk by Karen Etkin. Delve into the demographic shifts driving the need for innovative technologies, with the global population of those over 60 expected to reach 2 billion by 2050. Discover how AgeTech goes beyond creating assistive devices by placing older adults at the center of the design process, ensuring solutions align with their needs and aspirations. Learn about cutting-edge technologies supporting aging in place and bridging the gap between life expectancy and health or wealth expectancy. Examine the substantial economic influence of older adults and the evolving landscape of AgeTech investment. Challenge age-old stereotypes and gain insights into how technology enables older adults to lead fulfilling lives well into retirement. Benefit from Etkin's expertise as an author, founder of TheGerontechnologist.com, and influential figure in the AgeTech ecosystem as she shares her knowledge on the intersection of technology and aging.

The AgeTech Revolution: Shattering Stereotypes | Karen Etkin | TEDxSantaBarbaraSalon