Rejuve.AI, a Web3-based wellness app, is utilizing blockchain and AI to crowdsource users' personal health data for longevity research. The CEO, Jasmine Smith, emphasizes that these initiatives are not meant to replace doctors and clinicians but rather assist them. By democratizing access to health data, such initiatives aim to create a more holistic view of human health and longevity. Users contribute their data in exchange for rewards, such as tokens, which can be used within the platform. The data collected will be used to develop advanced test kits, making them accessible to a broader audience.
Rejuve.AI, a Web3-based wellness app, is leveraging blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) to accelerate longevity research by crowdsourcing users' personal health data. Jasmine Smith, the CEO of Rejuve.AI, explained the app's approach at the recent Cardano Summit.
The central idea behind Rejuve.AI is to democratize access to health data, particularly focusing on regions where data is underrepresented, such as Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Smith pointed out that current core data sets are predominantly focused on Western populations, and expanding data collection to other regions will provide a more comprehensive understanding of human health and longevity.
The goal of Rejuve.AI is not to replace healthcare professionals but to complement their work. Smith emphasized that open-source development plays a crucial role in creating better AI algorithms. The app also offers a platform where individuals can contribute to AI development, enabling the creation of multiresolution simulations based on different factors.
Rejuve.AI operates as a decentralized longevity research network where users voluntarily share their personal health data. In return, users receive rewards in the form of tokens, which can be used for various products and services within the platform. The collected data is then utilized to develop advanced test kits, including genome sequencing, DNA methylation, and biological age tests, which may not be accessible to the average person otherwise.
Smith addressed concerns about the potential trivialization of longevity research and emphasized that the rewards encourage individuals to contribute their data. She highlighted the power of the Web3 approach, extending beyond tokens, and the positive outcomes resulting from research efforts.
Regarding the philosophical debate and societal consequences of extending human life, Smith clarified that the project is not about forcing individuals to live beyond a certain age but rather about pushing the boundaries of science and technology to make advancements accessible to anyone with the motivation to extend their lives.
She added that AI is not expected to replace humans entirely; instead, it will enhance healthcare professionals' roles, making their jobs more efficient and offering individuals more insight into their data contributions and the value they bring to different initiatives and products.
In summary, Rejuve.AI's approach represents a symbiotic relationship between technology and human-driven motivation, democratizing access to health data and advancing longevity research through the power of blockchain and AI.
(HERMI DE RAMOS, COINTELEGRAPH, 2023)