Research Outline

Kenko Technology - Competitive Landscape

Goals

To gain a competitive landscape of Kenko Technology.

Early Findings

  • Kenko Technology states they provide "emotion analytics as a service".
  • Lightwave uses a combination of facial analytics and biometric data (collected through wearables) to analyze audiences at large-scale events (concerts, sports, etc).
  • NeuroLynQ actually offers the hardware that tracks biometric data for emotion analytics.
  • Most companies found use facial recognition or voice analysis. There were very few offering emotion analytics from biometric data. This area is still the subject of much scientific study.
  • Affectiva is doing research on combining facial recognition with other biometric input.
  • Feel combines biometric inputs with CBT to deliver 24/7 real-time emotional health support.