Kubo Care launches radar-based fall detection for elders

Bengaluru-based Kubo Care has launched a home safety system that uses millimeter-wave radar to detect falls among seniors in under one second, without recording video or audio. The startup’s device, now in pilot deployments, is positioned as a privacy-preserving alternative to camera-based monitoring.

Kubo’s approach leverages radar technology similar to that used in automotive and defense applications, repurposed for elder care. Unlike wearables, which require consistent use, or camera systems, which raise privacy concerns, the radar sensor operates unobtrusively and does not capture identifiable data. The system’s sub-second response time is faster than most competing solutions, which often rely on post-fall analysis or delayed alerts.

The launch comes as investor and operator interest in aging-in-place technology grows. Earlier this month, London-based Lottie acquired CareMaster to consolidate AI-driven care operations, while Porchlight’s AI memory tool, covered in StartupReader on 1 October, reflects a parallel push to integrate digital tools into senior care. Kubo’s radar-based model diverges from both, prioritizing speed and privacy over data collection.

No funding details have been disclosed. The startup’s focus on a single, high-impact use case—fall detection—suggests a narrower scope than platforms like Flourish’s home robot, which debuted on 2 October. Whether Kubo can scale its hardware cost-effectively remains an open question, particularly as low-cost satellite radar payloads, like those from Kapta Space, gain traction in adjacent markets. For now, the system’s pilot results will be closely watched by operators and investors in the elder care space.

Sources: yourstory.com