Uhura Bionics Builds Voice Glasses for Laryngectomees

Konrad Zieliński, who lost his voice to cancer, founded Uhura Bionics in 2023 to build non-invasive wearable speaking devices. Its high-end model Whitney costs $1,500, with a basic option at $500. The startup seeks Class I medical device classification in Europe and the U.S. for insurance reimbursement, targeting a $2 billion market.