News Summary

Smart ring maker Oura has acquired the Finnish startup DoublePoint, which specializes in gesture-recognition technology for wearables. Oura plans to integrate DoublePoint’s AI-driven, biometrics-based technology into its rings, potentially enabling users to control devices through hand gestures. The acquisition includes DoublePoint’s team of AI architects and founders, who will remain in Helsinki to collaborate with Oura’s international teams. This move is part of Oura’s strategy to enhance its wearable tech with a combination of gesture and voice control, aiming to lead the competitive market of AI-powered wearables.