How Older People Inspire New Technology

Discover how older individuals are driving technological innovation in this 14-minute TEDx talk by Alexander Peine. Challenge the stereotype of older people as late adopters of technology and explore how they can be viewed as early adopters with valuable capabilities and technical literacy. Learn about the shift in perspective from seeing older adults as patients with medical needs to recognizing them as inspirational users who can teach us about new technologies. Examine the example of e-bikes, which were initially associated with older users but have now become popular across all age groups. Understand the importance of this new approach for the digital transition in healthcare. Gain insights from Professor Peine's research on the intersections between population aging and technological change, and how they co-constitute aging, care, and health systems.