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How to build AI-powered games that change kids’ health?

Johann Issartel, Сo-founder & CEO ● Sep 14th, 2025

In this episode of the Devico Breakfast Bar Podcast, Oleg Sadikov, the co-founder and CEO at Devico & DeviQA, sits down with Johann Issartel, CEO and co-founder at Move Ahead, to explore how he turned years of academic research in neuroscience and human movement into an AI-powered gaming platform that helps kids move, learn, and thrive. Johan shares the challenges of building deep tech for real-world impact, from developing complex computer vision models that run on any device to combining gaming, neuroscience, and education into one seamless experience.

Episode highlights:

Why designing for accessibility drives deeper product adoption
How mobile-based edge computing is transforming movement tracking
What it takes to turn research into scalable, real-world products
Lessons on proprietary AI development for long-term independence
Why passion and patience are critical for deep tech founders

Join the Devico Breakfast Bar for compelling discussions led by a seasoned industry expert who generously shares a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experience.