What is Awear and how does it measure stress?

Awear is a wearable device that uses electroencephalogram (EEG) technology to monitor brainwave activity, specifically beta waves, to detect and measure psychological stress.

Who developed the Awear stress-monitoring device?

Antonio Forenza, a former executive at Rakuten Symphony, developed Awear after realizing the need for a stress-management wearable.

When will Awear be available to the public?

Awear is currently in an early-access program, with plans for a Kickstarter campaign after the company raises its seed funding round in early 2026.

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Brainwaves to Bliss: Wearable Tames Stress

6 Dec

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Summary

A new wearable device monitors brainwave activity to measure stress.
The Awear device offers AI-powered coaching for stress management.
The startup closed a pre-seed round and plans a $5 million seed raise.

Brainwaves to Bliss: Wearable Tames Stress

Antonio Forenza, formerly head of research and development at Rakuten Symphony, has created Awear, a groundbreaking wearable designed to measure and manage stress levels. Leveraging electroencephalogram (EEG) technology, the small device, worn behind the ear, monitors brainwave activity to detect elevated stress signals.

This data is transmitted to a mobile app that provides insights into the wearer's emotional state and delivers AI-driven coaching for enhanced stress management and emotional resilience. Forenza's motivation stemmed from a personal need to quantify and control stress, recognizing a market gap for such a device.

Awear, a Startup Battlefield 200 finalist, has secured pre-seed funding and is preparing for a $5 million seed round in early 2026. While currently available through an early-access program for $195, the company plans a Kickstarter campaign post-seed funding to broaden its reach and customer acquisition.