Scientists are Developing ‘Smart Contact Lens’ to Detect Eye Infections

A pioneering ‘smart contact lens’ is being tested for eye infections in a quick, non-invasive way is being developed. According to the news release, proponents of the project hoped the…

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Walmart Launches Elton John Collection Sunglasses to Commemorate Singer

Celebrating the end of an era, Walmart is launching its exclusive limited-edition commemorative sunglasses in the Elton John Eyewear collection for Elton John’s final U.S. concert at Dodger Stadium in…

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MIDO 2023 to Award the Most Sustainable Glasses and Cases

Milano, 15 December 2022 – The CSE (Certified Sustainable Eyewear) Award is a prize established by MIDO, in partnership with ANFAO and Certottica, to honor sustainability in the global eyewear…

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Swarovski and EssilorLuxottica Announce Ten-Year Licensing Agreement

Wattens, Austria and Charenton-le-Pont, France (December 6, 2022 – 8am CET) – Swarovski and EssilorLuxottica announced that they have signed an exclusive license agreement for the design, manufacture and worldwide distribution of Swarovski Eyewear. The agreement…

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MIDO 2023: 6 Pavilions, Exhibitors from around the World and a Special Focus on Visitors

The calendar of events for the forthcoming edition of MIDO, the international eyewear show set to take place February 4th to 6th at Fiera Milano Rho, will soon be available.…

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MIDO 2023: The World of Eyewear Meets in Milano on February 4-6

Visitors can now register on the MIDO website for the forthcoming edition of the most awaited international eyewear show. On February 4-6, the world of optics will meet at MIDO 2023,…

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LED contact lens treatment may prevent diabetes-related blindness

By Ben Coxworth If diabetes progresses too far, it can result in a potentially blinding condition known as retinopathy. And while existing treatments are invasive and often painful, there may be…

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