Actxa  will introduce the Core Smart Ring, a lightweight wellness device powered by proprietary AI. It monitors health metrics and provides insights into chronic conditions. Designed for everyday wear, it tracks activity, sleep, and overall wellness to support healthier lifestyles. Read full article here: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/six-breakthrough-brands-join-ces-140000408.html?guccounter=1

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   Singapore, 2 January 2026 — Actxa, a Singapore-based preventive health technology company, today announced significant enhancements to its proprietary BGEM ® technology, the world’s first clinically backed, non-invasive, AI-driven blood glucose evaluation and monitoring technology . The advancements strengthen BGEM ® ’s ability to deliver medical-grade glucose insights through everyday wearables.  One key innovation is BGEM ® Glucose Range , a clinically backed, medical-grade technology that estimates blood glucose levels within a numeric range using a quick, one-minute measurement. Developed using data collected through clinical studies, BGEM ® Glucose Range offers pain-free and meaningful glucose insights anytime, throughout the day, it provides a cost-effective and convenient approach, making glucose monitoring accessible and sustainable.  BGEM ® Glucose Range: Medical-Grade, Non-Invasive Glucose Insight   BGEM ® Glucose Range represents a major advancement in non-invasive glucose evaluation. Using data from clinical studies, the technology estimates glucose levels within a dynamic range to enable convenient metabolic monitoring throughout the day.  Regular tracking of glucose trends allows users to:  Observe daily glucose patterns relevant to metabolic health  Identify post-meal glucose spikes   Monitor potential Type II diabetes risk through daily observation of glucose levels  Designed for wearable integration, BGEM ® Glucose Range delivers a cost-effective alternative to traditional glucose monitoring methods.  BGEM ® Glucose Range combines wearable PPG sensors and AI-driven analysis of digital biomarkers to estimate blood glucose results. [Image source: Actxa]  Everyday Glucose Awareness on the Core Smart Ring   In addition, the Core Smart Ring, Actxa’s first smart ring under the Core range, is integrated with the AI Glucose Scan feature, powered by BGEM ® Glucose Status technology, to help users take better control of their metabolic health. The feature enables users to check their glucose status and receive a Normal or Elevated result linked to daily habits.  Developed using clinically collected data, AI Glucose Scan interprets Photoplethysmography (PPG) signals from the Core Smart Ring to provide simple, everyday glucose awareness. Paired with lifestyle and wellness guidance, the Core Smart Ring’s AI Glucose Scan supports healthier decision-making and metabolic awareness.  Driving the Future of Non-Invasive Glucose Monitoring   “Glucose health is becoming a defining challenge for global preventive health, yet most monitoring solutions remain invasive, costly or difficult to sustain,” said Marcus Soo, Chief Executive Officer of Actxa.   “We want to make health insights simple, personal, and actionable. Actxa is empowering individuals and partners to integrate preventative health and glucose awareness into everyday life.”  For further information, please contact:   Tan Lay Eng   Communications Manager   layeng.tan@actxa.com    +65 9877 0406   Hasyimah Begum AJ   Communications Executive   hasyimah.aj@actxa.com    +65 8780 3620    About Actxa   Actxa, headquartered in Singapore, is a preventive health technology company helping organisations improve population health through science, innovation and deep research. Since 2015, our proprietary AI models and evidence-based methodologies have enabled personalised insights across sleep, activity, stress, recovery, body composition, heart health, and blood glucose indicators. We have developed the world’s first Blood Glucose Evaluation & Monitoring technology.  About BGEM ® BGEM ® is the world’s first clinically backed, non-invasive, AI-driven technology for blood glucose evaluation and monitoring. Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), the BGEM ® algorithm interprets data from Photoplethysmography (PPG) sensors in smart wearables, analyses hundreds of digital biomarkers and transforms them into meaningful glucose insights. This delivers a completely pain-free approach to glucose awareness.  Delivered as a cloud-based SaaS solution, BGEM ® enables brands to seamlessly integrate glucose intelligence into their products, empowering millions to take control of their metabolic wellness with ease and confidence.

BGEM ® Glucose Range represents a major advancement in non-invasive glucose evaluation. Credit: Actxa Actxa, a Singapore-based preventive health technology company, recently announced significant enhancements to its proprietary BGEM ® technology, the world's first clinically backed, non-invasive, AI-driven blood glucose evaluation and monitoring technology. The advancements strengthen BGEM ® 's ability to deliver medical-grade glucose insights through everyday wearables. One key innovation is BGEM ® Glucose Range, a clinically backed, medical-grade technology that estimates blood glucose levels within a numeric range using a quick, one-minute measurement. Developed using data collected through clinical studies, BGEM ® Glucose Range offers pain-free and meaningful glucose insights anytime, throughout the day, it provides a cost-effective and convenient approach, making glucose monitoring accessible and sustainable. BGEM ® Glucose Range: Medical-Grade, Non-Invasive Glucose Insight BGEM ® Glucose Range represents a major advancement in non-invasive glucose evaluation. Using data from clinical studies, the technology estimates glucose levels within a dynamic range to enable convenient metabolic monitoring throughout the day. Designed for wearable integration, BGEM ® Glucose Range delivers a cost-effective alternative to traditional glucose monitoring methods. BGEM ® Glucose Range combines wearable PPG sensors and AI-driven analysis of digital biomarkers to estimate blood glucose results. Everyday Glucose Awareness on the Core Smart Ring In addition, the Core Smart Ring, Actxa's first smart ring under the Core range, is integrated with the AI Glucose Scan feature, powered by BGEM ® Glucose Status technology, to help users take better control of their metabolic health. The feature enables users to check their glucose status and receive a Normal or Elevated result linked to daily habits. Developed using clinically collected data, AI Glucose Scan interprets Photoplethysmography (PPG) signals from the Core Smart Ring to provide simple, everyday glucose awareness. Paired with lifestyle and wellness guidance, the Core Smart Ring's AI Glucose Scan supports healthier decision-making and metabolic awareness. Driving the Future of Non-Invasive Glucose Monitoring "Glucose health is becoming a defining challenge for global preventive health, yet most monitoring solutions remain invasive, costly or difficult to sustain," said Marcus Soo, Chief Executive Officer of Actxa. "We want to make health insights simple, personal, and actionable. Actxa is empowering individuals and partners to integrate preventative health and glucose awareness into everyday life. View article here: https://www.digitimes.com/news/a20260105PR203/technology-data-wearable.html&chid=9

The Actxa Core is an innovative and affordable smart ring bogged down by red tape. Photo: HWZ I wrote about the Actxa Core smart ring when it was first announced , and I was genuinely excited because of a unique feature called BGEM (Blood Glucose Evaluation and Monitoring) . BGEM is the world’s first non-invasive, AI-powered diabetic risk assessment technology developed by Actxa, making the Core smart ring the first consumer wearable to feature this technology. Diabetic Risk Assessment Capability Prior to this, BGEM had undergone a joint study with KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital that’s published in the Singapore Medical Journal titled, “Utility of photoplethysmography in detecting elevated blood glucose among non-diabetics” . There have also been other international clinical trials as well as a published scientific paper titled, “Assessing Elevated Blood Glucose Levels Through Blood Glucose Evaluation and Monitoring Using Machine Learning and Wearable Photoplethysmography Sensors: Algorithm Development and Validation” . BGEM makes use of the standard PPG sensor of most wearables (the active optical sensor you often see on the back of these devices ) and uses Actxa’s proprietary AI model to compute certain biomarkers to determine user diabetic risk . Among the now-mature smart wearable market, BGEM was a breath of fresh air. I’ve written about wearables and advancing sensor technology in past reviews, where actionable data is more important than another cryptic stat (for reference, check out my Amazfit Balance smartwatch review ). BGEM provides a simple, clear result that can be acted on immediately. It is a feature that’s relevant to the broadest possible audience: everyone. We’re all susceptible to diabetic risks, and with early detection, a condition that can be managed and even reversible through healthy living, diet and exercise. BGEM testing on the Actxa Core smart ring. Screenshot: HWZ To start, you simply the BGEM test from the Actxa app 3 times within a 7-day window. As with any blood glucose test, it’s best you do it in a fasted state, but if you’re in doubt, the app provides all the necessary guidance. The test itself is simple since it’s non-invasive and takes only a minute to complete. After three tests, you’ll get your risk assessment results, and it’ll simply tell you if you are Low or High Risk. If you’re at risk, go see a doctor immediately, stick to your diet and health plan, and test regularly to keep yourself in check. Now here’s the bad news. Like any medically inclined function, BGEM is deemed to require regulatory approvals, and as such, it is unfortunately not available in Singapore when the Core smart ring was made available for purchase (late August 2025). I’ve actually delayed this review for a while just to see if there are any developments, but so far, no luck. If anyone remembers when smartwatches first started to feature atrial fibrillation (AFib) through ECG readings, it took years to approve. Let’s hope BGEM doesn’t take that long, especially as it was developed locally with local clinical studies. However, Singapore won’t get this feature till it gets the appropriate regulatory approvals. It will simply be disabled in the app, and you can’t choose it. As seen in our screenshots, there’s no diabetic risk check or anything remotely related. Screenshot: HWZ Design & Capablities So, I’ve spent a good chunk of this review writing about BGEM. How about the Core ring itself? Well, it’s Actxa’s first smart ring, and specs-wise, it matches most of the popular ones you can buy in Singapore, like the Samsung Galaxy Ring , Ultrahuman Ring Air and RingConn Smart Ring . It is made of aerospace-grade titanium for durability, just 2.2mm thin and between 2.5g-3.2g in weight depending on ring size . Now, I’m not sure about the Galaxy Ring and Ultrahuman, but I’ve tested the RingConn Gen 1 and Gen 2, and the Actxa Core ring is comparable in size, weight and feel. However, in terms of design, I prefer the RingConn Gen 2 as it is angular on the outside, which makes it seem thinner than it is, especially in the space between fingers if you wear multiple rings. The Actxa Core ring is fully rounded, and I find that it knocks against the ring adjacent to it. A small matter, and it is up to user preferences. There’s a deliberate design indent on the ring to let you know where the sensor is without having to look at it. Photo: HWZ Quick comparison between the Actxa Core (on index finger), and RingConn Gen 2 (middle finger). At night, the Core’s sensor light is brighter and leaks more. Photo: HWZ The Actxa Core also has all the standard sensors and health monitoring we’ve come to expect, including all-day heart-rate monitoring with heart-rate variability (HRV) for stress detection , SpO2 , VO2 Max, skin temperature variation , and sleep stages . It does not however feature Sleep Apnea detection like the RingConn Gen 2 or women’s health and cycle detection like the Ultrahuman Ring Air. The Ultrahuman Ring also has AFib detection features too, but again, that’s unavailable due to the lack of regulatory approvals. The Actxa Core has all the sensors expected of a modern health and activity tracker. Photo: HWZ I spoke with Actxa, and they’ve mentioned that some of these features such as cycle tracking are in the works and may be added in the future, but otherwise, the Core smart ring is as complete as any of its competitors for general daily health tracking. It supports a range of workouts as well, including runs, walks, cycling, and generic workout tracking , which basically bumps up the sensor for real-time tracking. By default, the Core (and most smart rings) operate on a periodic cycle (which can be changed in the app for more frequent scanning, though this will impact battery life). This is to be expected considering how small rings are and to conserve battery. The fact that the Core ring lasts longer than most smartwatches is already a big plus for anyone looking to just have health insights. Out of the box, I’ve gotten the Core ring to last about 5 full days and nights with 1-2 workouts per week . I can stretch it to the 6 th day on most occasions, but I prefer to have it charged on day 5 before I go to sleep. The Actxa Core charging dock looks like a case, but does not have its own battery; it’s just a dock and has to be plugged in to charge the ring. Photo: HWZ App Experience & Stats Reporting The only thing holding the Core back is, of course, software experience, and the Actxa app isn’t as comprehensive as the competition. The good thing is that it doesn’t require any subscription to activate or use any of its features, but it’s quite barebones. You get a simple view of your activity and summary, and that’s all most people need, but the app’s not the most friendly if you’re looking at deep-diving into your history. Accessing past data is not very intuitive as the dashboard forces you to manually click through every single day—at least I haven’t found an option to just pick a date or a calendar view. Weekly and monthly summaries are available, but you can’t click into individual days from there. Workout and sleep data logs can be accessed, but they’re hidden under multiple layers of sub-menus. Actxa app will give you most info at a glance, but not very intuitive if you want to jump to different dates and get quick insights or comparisons. Screenshot: HWZ Workout data is otherwise solid. Screenshot: HWZ Conclusion So, even though BGEM is not yet available in Singapore and its app can use some sprucing up, the Actxa Core ring is competent as a health tracker and comparable with the competition in terms of design, weight, battery life. The biggest plus point is that it’s almost S$100 cheaper than either the Samsung Galaxy Ring , Ultrahuman Ring Air or RingConn Gen 2 ; all three currently retail around the S$440-450 price point. Actxa is asking for just S$349 for the Core smart ring, which makes it an incredibly attractive option, and when (not if) BGEM is finally approved for use, it will be one of the most useful personal smart health tools to have on hand…or finger. Actxa Core smart ring and it’s charging dock. Photo: HWZ You can buy the Actxa Core smart ring on their webstore or Lazada . View the article here: Actxa Core review: Is this Singapore-made smart ring any good?

Singapore, 02 January 2026  -  Actxa is excited to participate in CES 2026, the most powerful tech event in the world, organised by Consumer Technology Association, where we will showcase our latest preventive health technologies focused on metabolic health, glucose awareness and early risk detection. Learn how Actxa’s AI-driven technology is shaping the future of preventive health. Event Details Date: 6 – 9 January 2026 Location: The Venetian Expo, Hall G, CES Las Vegas Booth: Singapore Pavilion — Booth 60213 Visit our booth to learn more about BGEM and connect with our team to explore how Actxa is shaping the future of preventive health through innovation.

Summary: Healthcare is increasingly moving towards prevention and healthier ageing, focusing on understanding the body before illness develops. By combining functional medicine, advanced biomarkers, nutrition, and lifestyle interventions, health can be managed more precisely and personally. Wearable technologies now provide real-time insights into key health indicators, helping individuals better understand how their bodies respond to daily habits. Together, these approaches empower individuals to make informed decisions that support healthier ageing and wellness. One of the most important real-time types of information we can track is our blood glucose levels, as this is a useful reflection of the state of our metabolism and how we are handling the type of food we eat. Most of these continuous glucose monitors require the placement of a small sensor under your skin to measure glucose levels in the interstitial fluid between cells. More recently, a local MedTech start-up called Actxa  has produced a smart ring that integrates photoplethysmography sensors with AI algorithms to predict blood glucose levels continuously. Working with this technology, we have studied how different subjects respond after consuming our clean-label, functional food. Needless to say, the results were impressive and have strengthened our conviction in producing food for a healthier nation. Read the full article here: https://www.pressreader.com/singapore/portfolio/20260101/281792815392950

Singapore, 22 September 2025 – Actxa, a Singapore-based deep tech company, today announced that the Core Smart Ring, its first smart ring under the Core series, will be officially available for purchase in Singapore from 22 September 2025. Retailing at SGD 349 , the ring comes in Matt Black and Matt White, offering a featherlight, minimalist wearable designed as a wellness and lifestyle companion that fits seamlessly into everyday life. The Core Smart Ring syncs effortlessly with the Actxa App and Healthy 365 mobile app, giving users clear, intuitive access to their health and lifestyle insights — all subscription free . “In a world overflowing with data, we believe health should feel human — intuitive, empowering, and always within reach. The Core Smart Ring is our first step in bringing this belief to life. More than just technology, it is a gentle companion that fits naturally into daily life, quietly guiding you to stay connected with your body. With Core, we are shaping a future where everyone can embrace healthier living,” said Marcus Soo, Chief Executive Officer of Actxa . Key Features of the Core Smart Ring Healthy 365 Integration : Seamlessly syncs with the Healthy 365 mobile app, allowing Singapore users not just to track steps, but also join challenges and be rewarded with Healthpoints. Activity & Movement Insights : Tracks meaningful movement through Intensity Minutes, focusing on activities that benefit heart, body and mind. All-day SpO2 Monitoring : Tracks oxygen saturation levels to support energy and cognitive well-being. Smarter Sleep Tracking : Monitors sleep stages and quality to help you understand nightly recovery. Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and Stress Monitoring : Provides continuous HRV tracking and insights into stress and recovery through heart rate variability (HRV). Meaningful Movement with Intensity Minutes : Track meaningful movement with focus on Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity that truly benefits your heart, body and mind. VO2 Max & Fitness Age : Estimates VO2 Max and calculates your Fitness Age for a clearer picture of cardiovascular fitness. Choose A Mode That Fits You : Select Standard Mode for balanced monitoring and extended battery life or switch to Enhanced Mode for higher frequency tracking when performance matters. Triple Temperature Sensor Array : Detects thermal trends that may reflect changes in recovery, immunity, or overall wellness. Availability The Core Smart Ring is available for purchase in Singapore from 22 September 2025 at SGD 349 via the Actxa website ( www.actxa.com ) , Lazada , and Shopee . *Weight varies by ring size. Download our Annex and Fact Sheet ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For further information, please contact: Tan Lay Eng Communications Manager layeng.tan@actxa.com +65 9877 0406  Hasyimah Begum AJ Communications Executive hasyimah.aj@actxa.com +65 8780 3620   About Actxa Headquartered in Singapore, Actxa Pte Ltd is a deep tech company founded in 2015 that leverages artificial intelligence to create next-generation preventive healthcare solutions. We create evidence-based, personalised health insights in the domains of physical activities, sleep quality, body composition, stress and recovery, heart health and blood glucose evaluation and monitoring. To improve population health, Actxa establishes worldwide partnerships and research collaborations to develop critical preventive health models to help people avert chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. Learn more about Actxa at www.actxa.com .

Commemorating YMCA’s 123rd anniversary and Singapore’s SG60 through a 123km inclusive walk   Singapore, 17 October 2025 – Actxa is privileged to support the YMCA of Singapore’s (“YMCA”) Find Your Y: Inclusive Challenge on 16 October 2025 as the Official Smart-Tech Wearable Sponsor , reinforcing a shared commitment to inclusivity and community.    The Challenge marked YMCA’s 123rd anniversary and Singapore’s SG60 with a 123km inclusive walk across Singapore. Participants, including youth with special needs, caregivers, YMCA staff, volunteers and corporate partners, completed the journey while symbolically tracing “SG60” on the route via GPS mapping.  As the Official Smart-Tech Wearable Sponsor, Actxa provided every participant with a Spark+ Series 2 Activity Tracker  to track their steps and celebrate their progress throughout the journey. In addition, Sense 2 Smart Scales  were sponsored as lucky draw prizes, adding an element of motivation and fun to the event.  “At Actxa, we believe technology should empower people to live healthier and more connected lives,” Marcus Soo, Chief Executive Officer of Actxa .   “The Find Your Y: Inclusive Challenge  reflects our core values of altruism, empathy, and inclusiveness. By walking together and supporting one another, participants demonstrate how purposeful connections and mindful living can strengthen both individuals and the wider community. We are privileged to partner with YMCA in building a more connected and compassionate Singapore.”  YMCA, the organiser of the event, shared that the Challenge was about much more than the distance covered.  “Actxa's support adds a meaningful dimension to this year’s YMCA Inclusive Challenge. With the Sense 2 and Spark+ Series 2 devices, participants can not only track their fitness but also see how every step contributes to a more inclusive community,” said Wu Mei Ling, General Secretary & CEO, YMCA of Singapore.       For further information, please contact:   Tan Lay Eng Communications Manager Actxa Pte Ltd layeng.tan@actxa.com +65 9877 0406   Audrey Low  Marketing & Corporate Communications YMCA of Singapore  audreylow@ymca.org.sg   +65 8288 1303  Hasyimah Begum AJ Communications Executive Actxa Pte Ltd hasyimah.aj@actxa.com +65 8780 3620    Agnes Chai  Marketing & Corporate Communications   YMCA of Singapore  agneschai@ymca.org.sg   +65 9146 9884    About Actxa   Headquartered in Singapore, Actxa Pte Ltd is a deep tech company founded in 2015 that leverages artificial intelligence to create next-generation preventive healthcare solutions.  We create evidence-based, personalised health insights in the domains of physical activities, sleep quality, body composition, stress and recovery, heart health and blood glucose evaluation and monitoring.    To improve population health, Actxa establishes worldwide partnerships and research collaborations to develop critical preventive health models to help people avert chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension.     Learn more about Actxa at www.actxa.com .    About YMCA of Singapore   The YMCA of Singapore, founded in 1902, is a registered charity that seeks to serve and impact all members of the community regardless of race, language or religion. We champion, challenge and train youth with special needs, youth-at-risk, youth volunteers and leaders to become independent and effective contributors to society. Through our wholistic care and educational programmes, we support children to reach their maximum potential and nurture in them values of care, honesty and responsibility. Beyond the shores of Singapore, we uplift communities through addressing basic needs and engaging in sustainable projects. All these are made possible through the dedicated efforts of volunteers and staff, with the support of stakeholders, funders, donors and our social enterprises.       In 2022, YMCA was conferred the Charity Transparency Award (CTA) by the Charity Council for good disclosure practices.      About YMCA Programmes    YMCA Youth Support conducts various programmes to empower youth with special needs and youth-at-risk. These initiatives enhance the social development of young people, providing them with opportunities for gainful employment and independent living.        Out-of-school youth and youth-at-risk are trained for employability in areas such as early childhood and digital marketing through the YMCA Vocational and Soft Skills Programme. Effective communication, conflict management and resume writing are included in the training for job readiness.       To support their social development, youth with special needs, especially those who are 18 years and above, take part in YMCA Club LITE activities. These range from arts and crafts, sports and fitness, workshops to promote independent living, and more.       YMCA Community Engagement and Partnerships engages donors and volunteers through meaningful fundraising events and volunteering opportunities, to develop youth and impact communities.

Singapore, 23 October 2025  -  Actxa is excited to participate in TechInnovation 2025, Asia’s premier platform for innovation and business transformation, organised by IPI Singapore, where we will showcase BGEM, our AI-driven, non-invasive blood glucose prediction technology that advances the frontier of preventive health innovation. BGEM leverages AI to predict the risk of diabetes and estimate blood glucose levels non-invasively, empowering individuals with actionable health insights that enable proactive lifestyle changes and support long-term well-being. This technology reflects Actxa’s commitment to developing science-based solutions that make preventive health accessible and effective everyday. Learn how Actxa’s AI-driven BGEM technology is shaping the future of preventive health.   Speaker Session   Topic: BGEM: AI for diabetic risk screening and control  Speaker: Dr. Du Yao, Head of Research and Development, Actxa  Date and Time: 30 Oct, Thursday at 3.30pm  Event Details   Date: 29 – 31 October 2025  Location: Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Level 3, Heliconia Ballroom  Stand: K02 Visit our stand to learn more about BGEM and connect with our team to explore how Actxa is shaping the future of preventive health through innovation.   Keen to speak with our team and explore collaboration opportunities? Secure your meeting slot https://forms.office.com/r/qhTpjtSQed

(Media Source: NXT) The future of personal wellness is here, and it fits on your finger. Meet the Core Smart Ring, a cutting-edge health wearable that reimagines how you understand your body. Sleek, lightweight, and packed with intelligent sensors, Core isn’t just a smart ring — it’s a silent partner in your everyday journey to better health. Crafted from aerospace-grade titanium, the Core Smart Ring combines strength, style, and seamless comfort. Whether you’re at work, at rest, or in motion, it delivers deep wellness insights discreetly and continuously. A Smarter Way to Know Yourself From heart rate variability to diabetic risk, the Core Smart Ring monitors vital indicators around the clock to offer a fuller picture of your health. It listens to your body, helping you reconnect with it — gently, intuitively, and in real time. With support across four key areas: Activity, Health, Sleep, and Wellness. Core empowers you to make informed decisions and build sustainable habits. What Sets Core Apart? 1. Non-Invasive Diabetic Risk Detection Powered by proprietary BGEM AI technology, Core identifies early signs of diabetic risk through biometric pattern analysis, giving you clarity and control between medical checkups. 2. Continuous SpO₂ Monitoring Track your oxygen saturation levels throughout the day and night to ensure your body is fuelled, energised, and resilient. 3. Movement That Matters With Intensity Minutes tracking, Core goes beyond counting steps to monitor the effort and cardiovascular impact of your activities, from brisk walks to intense workouts. 4. Advanced Temperature Sensing A Triple Sensor Array captures subtle thermal shifts, helping you spot changes in immunity, recovery, or hormonal balance. 5. VO₂ Max and Fitness Age Understand your aerobic fitness with lab-level metrics, now available at your fingertips. Use your personalised Fitness Age to guide and refine your wellness goals. 6. Smarter Sleep, Deeper Rest Core breaks down your sleep stages and patterns to show how well you’re truly recovering so you can rest better and rise stronger. 7. All-Day HRV and Stress Balance Track your Heart Rate Variability around the clock — a powerful indicator of your body’s resilience and readiness. The Core Smart Ring helps you interpret these subtle shifts to optimise your stress response and performance. Designed to Be Worn, Not Noticed Despite its advanced capabilities, Core is ultra-light (just 2.5g to 3.3g depending on ring size) and only 2.2mm thick. It’s available in Matte Black and Matte Silver, complementing every style while offering 5ATM water resistance, up to 5 days of battery life, and magnetic charging for effortless everyday use. Available in sizes 6 to 14, the Core Smart Ring is built to fit comfortably and securely for all-day wear. Ready to Own Your Well-Being? With a seamless mobile app experience, Core connects via Bluetooth Low Energy and is compatible with both Android (7.0+) and iOS (13.4+). The ring comes with a charging case, USB-C cable, and user guide, everything you need to start your wellness journey. The official launch is in late August 2025, retailing at SGD$349 (incl. GST). Find out more here . Update: The BGEM Diabetic Risk Assessment feature is not available in Singapore, as it is pending clearance from the regulatory authority. It is available only in selected countries/regions.​

The Actxa Core will go on sale late August 2025 for S$349 (Media Source: Hardware Zone) We don’t cover Actxa often enough here. Along with another similar-sounding local brand—Axtro—they’ve traditionally provided the fitness trackers that were part of the Health Promotion Board’s National Steps Challenge programme over the years. If you’ve ever taken part, used the Healthy 365 app and collected the free fitness tracker, you’ve likely used an Actxa product before. They are lesser known outside of this, and the brand’s last product, the Spark+ Series 2 activity tracke r, came out in 2023. So, it was a little surprising to see Actxa pop up in my mailbox this week with a brand new smart ring, and it actually looks like a flagship-level product, unlike the brand’s previous budget-oriented offerings. The Actxa Core smart ring features a super-sleek aerospace-grade titanium build, is ultra-sleek at just 2.2mm thin and practically feather-weight at 2.5g-3.3g (depending on ring size). You get all the usual tracking capabilities like all-day SP02 monitoring , heart rate variability (HRV) and stress , advanced sleep monitoring , and a triple temperature sensor array . What’s unique about the Core smart ring is integration of Actxa’s own proprietary technology called BGEM , which is a clinically proven, AI-driven, non-invasive technology that can help detect early diabetic risk . It also features Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity (MVPA) tracking with Intensity Minutes , and supposedly recognises daily activity progression. The ring features a LiPo battery that can up to 5-days of use and 5 ATM water resistance. The Actxa Core smart ring will be priced as S$349, launching late August 2025 . What's in the box Update: The BGEM Diabetic Risk Assessment feature is not available in Singapore, as it is pending clearance from the regulatory authority. It is available only in selected countries/regions.​

(Media Source: Trevor Tan) If you are wearing a free fitness tracker from HPB to use with the Health 365 app, there is a high chance it is an Actxa fitness tracker. The Singapore-based deep tech company (as it called itself) will be launching its first-ever smart ring, the Core Smart Ring. Said to be crafted from aerospace-grade titanium, the Core Smart Ring features a minimalist design in two colours of black and silver. At just 8mm wide, 2.2mm thin, it tips the scales from 2.5g to 3.3g (depending on the ring size) and comes with 5ATM water resistance. The smart ring tracks your health by what Actxa described as four pillars of health – Activity, Health, Sleep and Wellness. The Core Smart Ring is available in black and silver. (Photo: Actxa Pte Ltd) However, the key highlight of Core Smart Ring is its ability to detect diabetic risks early with BGEM – a Actxa-proprietary non-invasive glucose monitoring system powering by artificial intelligence. If this works as advertised, this will be a game changer for the entire tech and health industry. Other features of Core Smart Ring include the usual tracking of physical activities, sleep as well as all-day SpO2, heart-rate variability (HRV), VO2 Max and stress level monitoring. It can store up to 7 days of activity data with an estimated battery life of 5 days. What you will be getting out of the box. (Photo: Actxa Pte Ltd) The Core Smart Ring will be available in Singapore from late August 2025 and retails at S$349. For more information, you can visit Actxa . Update: The BGEM Diabetic Risk Assessment feature is not available in Singapore, as it is pending clearance from the regulatory authority. It is available only in selected countries/regions.​