# Wearable Tech Innovation Conferences The WEST Conference Featured Sports & Entertainment Wearables By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-10-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/west-conference References: [westconf](http://westconf.com/) & [westconf](http://westconf.com/) The [Wearable Entertainment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-wristband) and [Sports Toronto](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/softtissue-injury-prevention-handheld-resistance-device) or WEST conference brought together the brightest, brashest and most fascinating minds in the world of wearable technology as it relates to sports and entertainment. The one-day event featured exciting product launches, fascinating panel discussions and highly immersive tech demos in the realm of wearable entertainment. One of the highlights of the event was the demo area, where a number of mind-blowing wearable tech products were on display. These included the Bionym cyber-security bracelet, Skulpt body fat and muscle measurement gadget, [Subpac](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subpac-beat-saber) wearable subwoofer and many more. The WEST Conference also included a number of thought-provoking expert panel discussions on present and future applications of wearable technologies in sports, music, entertainment and marketing, and the associated implications and challenges. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Wearable Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced wearable devices that enhance the entertainment and sports experience. - **Sports Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative technologies that improve athletic performance and provide valuable data insights. - **Entertainment Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design cutting-edge tech solutions that enhance immersive entertainment experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new wearable tech ventures and invest in research and development. - **Sports:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate wearable tech into sports equipment and training programs for athletes and coaches. - **Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with wearable tech companies to create interactive and immersive entertainment experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wearable Health-Management Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isportwear.md) - [Human-Computer Interaction Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tech-at-meta.md) - [Connected Conference Badge Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/programmable-display.md) - [Inclusive Tech Expos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-abilities-expo.md) - [Wellness-Focused Performance Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunset-padel.md) - [Comprehensive XR Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extended-reality.md) - [Wearable Monitoring Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tband.md) - [Esports Wearable Sponsorships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oxygen-esports.md) - [Multi-Channel Wristband Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wristband-prototype.md)