Marketplace Tech for Tuesday, April 12, 2016
Apr 12, 2016

Marketplace Tech for Tuesday, April 12, 2016

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On today's show, we'll talk about the rise of bots; a tech company that has secured the digital rights to create a Notorious B.I.G. hologram; and a pair of glasses from VSP Global, a vision insurance company, that'll track your health. 

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Glasses that could improve your eyesight and your health

Apr 12, 2016
The insurer VSP Global invests in smart eyewear.
Project Genesis frames, left, along with a pair of Nike running glasses, both from VSP Global.
Stephanie Hughes / Marketplace

On today’s show, we’ll talk about the rise of bots; a tech company that has secured the digital rights to create a Notorious B.I.G. hologram; and a pair of glasses from VSP Global, a vision insurance company, that’ll track your health. 

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