Hearing Technologies

DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA – MED-EL USA will participate in the 2025 American Cochlear Implant Association (ACIA) meeting in Boston, presenting two educational symposia and officially launching the SONNET 3 audio processor in the United States. The annual CI2025 meeting brings together clinicians, researchers, and industry professionals dedicated to advancing cochlear implant care. The SONNET 3, now FDA-approved for use in

Qualia Oto has been awarded a Phase I Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, totaling more than $304,000 over the next 12 months. The project, titled “Robotic-Inserted, Shape-Conforming Cochlear Implant Electrode Arrays,” aims to validate the company’s novel shape-memory polymer (SMP) technology and

BLUFFDALE, UTAH — Listen Technologies Corporation, a provider of advanced wireless listening solutions for 26 years, has appointed Stephen Robinson as Eastern Regional Sales Manager. In this role, Robinson will support Listen Technologies’ channel partners, consultants, and end users throughout the Eastern United States. He reports to Mikey Shaffer, Senior Sales Director at Listen Technologies. Robinson brings experience in AV

The National Acoustic Laboratories (NAL), a global leader in hearing research, has announced the launch of its next-generation hearing aid fitting prescription, NAL-NL3. Designed to support a broader range of individuals with hearing difficulties—including those with no measurable hearing loss—this new system aims to fill longstanding gaps in hearing healthcare. The update follows the widespread success of NAL-NL2, released 15

NIJMEGEN & LEIDEN, THE NETHERLANDS – Beephonix and Absolute Audio Labs (AAL) have announced a new partnership focused on joint research and development (R&D) for remote microphone technology and next-generation beamforming, specifically aimed at improving hearing accessibility for individuals with hearing loss. BeephoniX, a spinoff of Radboud University in Nijmegen, the Netherlands, is committed to solving the “cocktail party problem” using

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK – EssilorLuxottica has announced the U.S. launch of Nuance Audio Glasses, an FDA-registered, over-the-counter (OTC) hearing solution designed for individuals with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss. The new product integrates advanced audio technology with contemporary eyewear design, offering discreet, all-day hearing support without compromising on style or comfort. Nuance Audio Glasses utilize an invisible

EDEN PRAIRIE, MINNESOTA – Starkey has announced a series of updates to its Edge AI hearing aid platform, including new streaming accessories, expanded LE Audio compatibility, and app enhancements designed to improve the overall user experience for both hearing aid wearers and professionals. “In everything we do, we must maintain a mindset of excellence,” said Brandon Sawalich, President and CEO

PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA — HearUSA has announced the nationwide availability of Signia’s new Pure Charge&Go BCT IX hearing aids across its centers. The devices are designed to support users with improved connectivity, longer battery life, and enhanced performance in complex listening environments. The Pure Charge&Go BCT IX hearing aids use Bluetooth® Classic technology to offer universal compatibility with most

A new project aimed at improving the treatment and prevention of hearing loss has been awarded funding through the ZonMw Open Competition. University of Twente (UT) researcher David Fernandez Rivas will further develop a needle-free injection method—known as BuBble Gun technology—for delivering medication directly into the inner ear. The research, titled Safe2(H)ear, will be carried out in collaboration with scientists

With more than 30 years in the hearing industry, David Yu has witnessed—and helped drive—major shifts in hearing technology and global access. As the founder of NewSound, Yu has built a company rooted in the belief that hearing care should be both high-quality and affordable. From early breakthroughs in direct-to-consumer hearing aids to today’s AI-powered innovations, his journey reflects a