How have you used tech to support your or your parents' aging and caregiving journeys? We want to hear from you. - Business Insider
If so, we want to hear from you. Over the last few weeks, Business Insider has heard from dozens of people who have embraced technology to make caregiving easier.
Key takeaways
In late March 2026, Shanghai‑based Agibot announced that it had rolled out its 10,000th humanoid robot, a milestone that underscores the rapid scaling of Chinese manufacturers; the same period saw China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology issue its first national standard system for humanoid robots and embodied intelligence, covering foundational standards, neuromorphic computing, limbs, integration, applications, safety and ethics. Across the globe, prices are falling sharply—Unitree Robotics reports the average cost of its humanoid units dropped from roughly $85 000 in 2023 to about $25 000 in 2025, with the broader market now ranging from $16 000 for entry‑level platforms to over $250 000 for advanced industrial models. Major industrial players are moving from pilots to deployments: BMW is testing Hexagon’s wheeled humanoid at its Leipzig plant, NVIDIA is collaborating with global robotics firms to embed physical AI in humanoids, and Amazon has acquired New York‑based Fauna Robotics, bringing its Sprout research platform into its portfolio. New entrants such as Noble Machines’ Moby humanoid are emerging, while Agibot reports growing real‑world use of its robots in logistics, retail, hospitality and increasingly in industrial workflows across Europe, North America, Japan, South Korea and the Middle East, signalling a shift from niche prototypes to scalable commercial demand.
If so, we want to hear from you.
Over the last few weeks, Business Insider has heard from dozens of people who have embraced technology to make caregiving easier. Some in their 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s said that to help their aging parents, they bought them AI-powered cameras and motion sensors in case of a fall or health emergency. A few encouraged their parents at nursing homes to try out VR technology. One tried out an AI companion for their mother.
Others in their 60s, 70s, and 80s said they've used AI chatbots to stay employed, find the best solutions for caring for their grandchildren, and make their lives easier by analyzing their medical records. Older Americans are using AI and tech for aging, while their children are helping with tech adoption. Age tech has seen a boom as venture capitalists invest in startups for healthier, longer living. Business Insider wants to hear from our readers who are using age tech for themselves or loved ones.
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Are you an older American using technology like AI chatbots, wearables, robotics, or smart home tech to help with the aging experience? Are you caring for your parents or helping them with the use of these technologies?
If so, we want to hear from you. Nearly a dozen across all ages said they have recently gotten into vibe coding for aging purposes. One man vibe coded a caregiving scheduler. Another used Lovable to create an AI-powered security system. A third developed a voice typing system after his mother had a stroke.
Age tech is a booming industry. Dozens of venture capital firms are investing in startups creating products for better and healthier aging and longevity. More and more older Americans are adopting advanced tech, according to AARP. And experts told Business Insider that investments in age tech will grow exponentially as the US continues to age and people live well into their 80s, 90s, and centenarian years.