Aging adults represent a rapidly growing segment of the global population. Between 2015 and 2050, the proportion of people aged 60 and older is projected to nearly double—from 12% to 22% of the world’s population.
Technology designed to enhance the quality of life, well-being, and longevity of older adults and people with accessibility needs—collectively referred to here as “AgeTech”—is an expanding market. In spite of technological advancements, there are significant barriers that limit the adoption and effectiveness of these technologies. Practitioners cite issues such as usability, human factors, interoperability, absence of standardized test methods, safety and security concerns, insufficient accessibility-aware design, and low digital literacy.
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