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AI and smartphone imaging may detect pediatric eye diseases
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AI and smartphone imaging may detect pediatric eye diseases

Predictive models demonstrate varying levels of accuracy and sensitivity in identifying myopia, strabismus, and ptosis.
Eyedaptic introduces AI-powered smart glasses for AMD
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Eyedaptic introduces AI-powered smart glasses for AMD

Next-gen device features interactive, generative visual assistant with a built-in camera and hands-free capabilities.
Smart contact lens features eye-tracking and radio frequency
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Smart contact lens features eye-tracking and radio frequency

Wireless smart contact lens design demonstrates accurate, real-time eye-tracking capabilities.
Researchers develop smart contact lens for blood glucose monitoring
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Researchers develop smart contact lens for blood glucose monitoring

Smart technology allows for real-time monitoring of tear and blood glucose levels.
University of Purdue receives $6.7M grant to advance development of smart contacts
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University of Purdue receives $6.7M grant to advance development of smart contacts

Soft contact lenses are designed to provide continuous, 24/7 monitoring of IOP for glaucoma.
ZEISS releases updated SmartLife Young lenses for kids
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ZEISS releases updated SmartLife Young lenses for kids

Latest addition to the SMARTLIFE portfolio is designed specifically for the evolving face anatomy and eyes of younger wearers.
Azalea Vision performs first on-eye test of smart contact lens
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Azalea Vision performs first on-eye test of smart contact lens

Lens has potential as a non-surgical solution to filter aberrated light and enhance QOL for presbyopia, keratoconus, and light-sensitive patients.
Alcon's SmartCataract cloud-based app now commercially available
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Alcon's SmartCataract cloud-based app now commercially available

Platform is the first and only device of its kind, integratable with any phaco system.
Smartlens secures $6.1 M to support non-invasive contact lens
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Smartlens secures $6.1 M to support non-invasive contact lens

Latest round of funding will go toward advancing the miLens towards potneital regulatory clearance.
Scientists design AR system for 3D-printed smart contact lens
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Scientists design AR system for 3D-printed smart contact lens

New core technology uses 3D printing to incorporate an augmented reality (AR)-based navigation system.
Positive data supports use of non-invasive contact lens for IOP monitoring
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Positive data supports use of non-invasive contact lens for IOP monitoring

Smartlens’ miLens illustrated a strong correlation with Goldmann applanation tonometry (GAT) in glaucoma management.
Meta reportedly buys minority stake in EssilorLuxottica
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Meta reportedly buys minority stake in EssilorLuxottica

The estimated $3.51 billion investment follows companies’ recent plans to launch AI-powered smart glasses for the Oakley sports performance frames this summer.
Azalea Vision raises $9M to support development of intelligent ocular tech platform
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Azalea Vision raises $9M to support development of intelligent ocular tech platform

Financing to support initiation of a FIH trial on the company’s smart contact lens platform; veteran ophthalmic leader appointed as chairman of the Board.
Topcon invests in MedTech startup’s microdosing drug delivery system
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Topcon invests in MedTech startup’s microdosing drug delivery system

Collaboration involves MistGo Digital, under clinical development as a drug delivery system combined with a digital adherence monitoring platform.
Allotex names new CEO to lead commercialization of allogeneic corneal tissue technology
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Allotex names new CEO to lead commercialization of allogeneic corneal tissue technology

Co-founder Michael Mrochen, PhD, will assume leadership as the startup seeks an IDE for its biocompatible procedure for vision correction.