Headlines in the Global Wellness Economy

Global Wellness News™ | May 12th, 2026

AI Massage Company Aescape Goes Insolvent With $150M+ in Debt

The original Aescape corporate entity is winding down after substantially all of the company’s assets were sold earlier this year through a foreclosure process.

Consumer Health Platforms Become Always-On Care Systems

Google, WHOOP, and Hims are expanding their AI health offerings, pushing deeper into coaching, diagnostics, and care delivery.

Get Inspired for Your Next Trip to Sweden

Sweden is known for its culturally rich heritage, high-quality coffee, and impeccable design. Find the spots to savor during your journey to this charming Scandinavian country.

Wisdom Ventures Closes Oversubscribed $77.7M Fund II to Advance Tech Enabled Wellbeing

The new fund is writing $1M – $5M checks into early stage startups that leverage AI to improve health, wellness, and human connection.

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