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Smell the Future: Ainos Elevates Health and Technology With AI Nose and VELDONA

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Ainos (NASDAQ:AIMD) outlines its achievements and future plans in AI-powered healthcare technology. The company is developing Smell ID, an AI-powered smell detection technology, and advancing VELDONA®, a low-dose interferon therapeutic. Key developments include:

- The Ainos Flora device for STI testing achieved 94% accuracy in clinical trials, with second-generation studies planned for H1 2025

- VOC detection platform reached 80% accuracy through collaborations with Nisshinbo Micro Devices and Itochu Techno-Solutions

- Clinical trials for VELDONA® targeting Sjögren's Syndrome and HIV-related oral warts are set to begin in H1 2025

- Strategic partnership with Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku for VELDONA® manufacturing and commercialization

Ainos (NASDAQ:AIMD) delinea i suoi risultati e i piani futuri nella tecnologia sanitaria alimentata dall'IA. L'azienda sta sviluppando Smell ID, una tecnologia di rilevamento degli odori basata sull'IA, e sta progredendo con VELDONA®, un terapeutico a base di interferone a bassa dose. Tra i principali sviluppi ci sono:

- Il dispositivo Ainos Flora per il test delle IST ha raggiunto il 94% di precisione negli studi clinici, con studi di seconda generazione previsti per il primo semestre del 2025

- La piattaforma di rilevamento dei VOC ha raggiunto l'80% di precisione grazie alla collaborazione con Nisshinbo Micro Devices e Itochu Techno-Solutions

- Gli studi clinici per VELDONA® mirati alla sindrome di Sjögren e alle verruche orali correlate all'HIV inizieranno nel primo semestre del 2025

- Partnership strategica con Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku per la produzione e commercializzazione di VELDONA®

Ainos (NASDAQ:AIMD) describe sus logros y planes futuros en tecnología sanitaria impulsada por IA. La compañía está desarrollando Smell ID, una tecnología de detección de olores basada en IA, y avanzando en VELDONA®, un terapéutico de interferón en dosis bajas. Los desarrollos clave incluyen:

- El dispositivo Ainos Flora para el test de ITS alcanzó una precisión del 94% en ensayos clínicos, con estudios de segunda generación planeados para el primer semestre de 2025

- La plataforma de detección de VOC alcanzó un 80% de precisión a través de colaboraciones con Nisshinbo Micro Devices e Itochu Techno-Solutions

- Los ensayos clínicos para VELDONA® dirigidos al síndrome de Sjögren y a las verrugas orales relacionadas con el VIH comenzarán en el primer semestre de 2025

- Asociación estratégica con Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku para la fabricación y comercialización de VELDONA®

Ainos (NASDAQ:AIMD)는 AI 기반 헬스케어 기술에서의 성과와 향후 계획을 설명합니다. 이 회사는 AI 기반의 냄새 감지 기술인 Smell ID를 개발하고 있으며, 저용량 인터페론 치료제인 VELDONA®를 진전시키고 있습니다. 주요 개발 사항은 다음과 같습니다:

- STI 테스트를 위한 Ainos Flora 장치는 임상 시험에서 94%의 정확도를 기록했으며, 2025년 상반기에 2세대 연구가 계획되어 있습니다

- VOC 탐지 플랫폼은 Nisshinbo Micro Devices 및 Itochu Techno-Solutions와의 협력을 통해 80%의 정확도에 도달했습니다

- Sjögren 증후군 및 HIV 관련 구강 사마귀를 겨냥한 VELDONA®의 임상 시험이 2025년 상반기부터 시작될 예정입니다

- VELDONA®의 제조 및 상업화를 위해 Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku와 전략적 파트너십을 체결했습니다

Ainos (NASDAQ:AIMD) présente ses réalisations et ses projets futurs dans le domaine de la technologie de santé propulsée par l'IA. L'entreprise développe Smell ID, une technologie de détection des odeurs alimentée par l'IA, et fait progresser VELDONA®, un thérapeutique à base d'interféron à faible dose. Les développements clés comprennent :

- L'appareil Ainos Flora pour le dépistage des IST a atteint 94 % de précision lors des essais cliniques, avec des études de seconde génération prévues pour le premier semestre 2025

- La plateforme de détection des COV a atteint 80 % de précision grâce à des collaborations avec Nisshinbo Micro Devices et Itochu Techno-Solutions

- Les essais cliniques pour VELDONA® ciblant le syndrome de Sjögren et les verrues buccales liées au VIH devraient commencer au premier semestre 2025

- Partenariat stratégique avec Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku pour la fabrication et la commercialisation de VELDONA®

Ainos (NASDAQ:AIMD) skizziert seine Erfolge und zukünftigen Pläne in der KI-gestützten Gesundheitstechnologie. Das Unternehmen entwickelt Smell ID, eine KI-gestützte Geruchserkennungstechnologie, und arbeitet an VELDONA®, einer Therapie mit niedrig dosiertem Interferon. Zu den wichtigsten Entwicklungen gehören:

- Das Ainos Flora Gerät für STI-Tests erzielte in klinischen Studien eine Genauigkeit von 94 %, mit geplanten Zweitgenerationstudien für das 1. Halbjahr 2025

- Die VOC-Erkennungsplattform erreichte eine Genauigkeit von 80 % durch Kooperationen mit Nisshinbo Micro Devices und Itochu Techno-Solutions

- Klinische Studien für VELDONA®, die sich auf das Sjögren-Syndrom und HIV-bedingte Mundwarzen konzentrieren, sollen im 1. Halbjahr 2025 beginnen

- Strategische Partnerschaft mit Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku für die Herstellung und Vermarktung von VELDONA®

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  • Flora device achieved 94% accuracy in STI testing clinical trials
  • VOC detection platform reached 80% accuracy
  • Strategic partnership with Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku secured for VELDONA® manufacturing
  • Multiple clinical trials scheduled for H1 2025
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The company's development pipeline shows promising progress in multiple areas. The AI-powered Flora device achieved 94% accuracy in clinical trials for STI testing, with second-generation trials planned for H1 2025. The VELDONA® therapeutic program is advancing with multiple clinical trials scheduled, including studies for Sjögren's Syndrome and HIV-related oral warts starting H1 2025. The veterinary medicine trials for FCGS are set to complete by H1 2025.

The strategic partnership with Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku, a Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma subsidiary, significantly strengthens VELDONA's commercialization prospects. However, most initiatives are still in development phases, with major milestones and potential revenue generation expected in 2025-2026. The company's diversified approach across AI diagnostics and therapeutics provides multiple paths to market, though execution risks remain substantial.

The company's AI Nose technology represents a significant innovation in digital olfaction, with applications across healthcare and industrial sectors. The VOC detection platform, developed in collaboration with Nisshinbo Micro Devices and Itochu Techno-Solutions, has achieved 80% accuracy and is moving toward mass production in H1 2025. The technology's application in Japan's elder care market is particularly strategic, targeting a significant caregiver shortage projected at 570,000 by 2040.

The dual focus on AI-powered diagnostics and industrial applications demonstrates strong commercialization potential. The planned mass production initiatives for senior care and smart manufacturing in H1 2025 mark critical steps toward revenue generation, though market adoption rates will be important for success.

From giving AI the sense of smell and breakthrough in rare disease treatments, Ainos is shaping 2025 with bold technologies and strategic collaborations

SAN DIEGO, CA / ACCESSWIRE / December 18, 2024 / Ainos, Inc. (NASDAQ:AIMD)(NASDAQ:AIMDW) ("Ainos", or the "Company"), a diversified healthcare company focused on novel AI-powered point-of-care testing ("POCT") and VELDONA ® low-dose interferon therapeutics, is pleased to provide a letter to shareholders from its Chairman of the Board, President, and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Chun-Hsien (Eddy) Tsai.

Dear Shareholders,

As 2024 draws to a close, I am honored to share Ainos, Inc.'s significant achievements this year. Guided by our commitment to innovation, excellence, and corporate responsibility, we continue to push the boundaries of technology, bringing real, meaningful change to healthcare, industry, and beyond. I firmly believe that every step we take at Ainos contributes to the betterment of humanity and the world.

AI Nose Technology: Elevating AI, giving it the sense of smell

Our mission is to give AI the sense of "smell" through Smell ID , a breakthrough in digitizing scent. This innovation is unlocking new sensory dimensions for AI across healthcare, industrial safety, and environmental monitoring. Our technology holds immense potential to mitigate environmental risks, supporting global sustainability initiatives.

  • Women's Health: OurAinos Flora device is designed to revolutionize women's health and sexually transmitted infections (STI) testing by overcoming barriers to accessibility, privacy, and affordability. The first-generation device achieved an impressive results of up to 94% accuracy in clinical trials. We plan to commence clinical studies for the second-generation Ainos Flora in H1 2025 , positioning us as a leader in the global POCTmarket. With over 1 million new STI cases occurring daily worldwide and POCT estimated to be accounting for only 31% of the total STI tests, we believe Ainos Flora is uniquely positioned to address this massive and underserved market.

  • Elder Care : Our AI Nose technology is set to enable AI-powered, telehealth-friendly and data-driven remote monitoring solutions, solving unique challenges in elderly care. We will first seek to address the challenges faced by Japan's nursing care system amid the country's aging population. Roughly one-third of Japan population is aged 65 years or older and Japan will face a shortfall of around 570,000 caregivers in fiscal 2040.

  • Smart Manufacturing : Collaborating with Japan's Nisshinbo Micro Devices Inc. and Taiwan's Itochu Techno-Solutions, we developed a VOC detection platform achieving an impressive 80% accuracy. We plan to prepare for mass production in H1 2025 , and we will first seek to transform safety and efficiency in Asia's semiconductor industry.

VELDONA®: Pioneering Next-Generation Therapies

Our low-dose oral interferon therapy, VELDONA®, continues to demonstrate potential in clinical applications, reinforced by global patent protection.

  • Sjögren's Syndrome : With Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval from Taipei Medical University, we aim to begin a clinical study in H1 2025 and complete the trial in 2026 , targeting solutions for patients suffering from this debilitating condition.

  • HIV-Related Oral Warts : We are preparing to launch a clinical trial to evaluate VELDONA®'s efficacy in addressing oral warts among HIV-positive patients, a common yet challenging complication in HIV care. We aim to begin the clinical study in H1 2025 and complete it in 2026.

  • Veterinary Medicine : Trials for feline chronic gingivostomatitis (FCGS) are target for completion by H1 2025 , opening new opportunities in the pet healthcare market.

  • Strategic collaborations: We are also thrilled to announce a strategic collaboration with Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku Co., Ltd. , a subsidiary of Japan's Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation , a globally renowned pharmaceutical leader. This partnership will drive VELDONA®'s manufacturing and commercialization for Sjögren's syndrome treatment in Taiwan while strengthening our position for future global markets.

Looking Ahead: Ambitious Goals for 2025 and Beyond

As we enter 2025, we are committed to accelerating growth and innovation with a clear focus on the following:

1. Advancing AI Nose Technology : Drive mass production and market deployment for smart healthcare, woman's health, senior care, and industrial applications. Over H1 2025, we will advance mass production for our senior care and smart manufacturing projects and commence a clinical study for our second-generation Flora.

2. Progressing VELDONA® Clinical Trials : Submit Investigational New Drug (IND) applications to the U.S. FDA for Sjögren's syndrome and HIV-related oral warts by H2 2025 .

3. Strengthening Strategic Partnerships : Expand our collaboration with Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma and pursue new opportunities for AI Nose and VELDONA® technologies worldwide.

4. Expanding Our IP Portfolio : Secure and develop additional intellectual property to strengthen our technological leadership and long-term value.

Join Our Journey in Creating a Better Future Together

At Ainos, we are not only focused on delivering business success but are deeply committed to improving human health, ensuring environmental sustainability, and enhancing quality of life globally. Moving forward, we will continue driving innovation, unlocking new market opportunities, and delivering tangible contributions to society.

To our shareholders, thank you for your continued trust and support. Together, let us step confidently into 2025, leading the way in technological innovation and creating a brighter tomorrow for the world.

Sincerely,
Chun-Hsien Tsai
Chairman, President, and CEO
Ainos, Inc.

About Ainos, Inc.
Headquartered in San Diego, California, Ainos is a diversified healthcare company focused on novel AI-powered point-of-care testing (POCT) and low-dose interferon therapeutics (VELDONA®). The Company's clinical-stage product pipeline includes VELDONA® human and animal oral therapeutics, human orphan drugs, and telehealth-friendly POCT solutions powered by its AI Nose technology platform. The name "Ainos" is a combination of "AI" and "Nose" to reflect the Company's commitment to empowering individuals to manage their health more effectively with next-generation AI-driven POCT solutions. To learn more, visit https://www.ainos.com . Follow Ainos on X, formerly known as Twitter, ( @AinosInc ), LinkedIn and Webull Corporate Connect to stay up-to-date.

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Important factors that could cause the Company's actual results to differ materially from the projections, forecasts, estimates and expectations discussed in this press release include, among others, the cost of production and sales potential of the products announced in this press release; the Company's dependence on projected revenues from the sale of current or future products; the Company's limited cash and history of losses; the Company's ability to achieve profitability; the Company's ability to raise additional capital to continue the Company's product development; the ability to accurately predict the future operating results of the Company; the ability to advance Ainos' current or future product candidates through clinical trials, obtain marketing approval and ultimately commercialize any product candidates the Company develops; the ability to obtain and maintain regulatory approval of Ainos' product candidates; delays in completing the development and commercialization of the Company's current and future product candidates, which could result in increased costs to the Company, delay or limit the ability to generate revenue and adversely affect the business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects of the Company; intense competition and rapidly advancing technology in the Company's industry that may outpace its technology; customer demand for the products and services the Company develops; the accuracy of third-party market research data, the impact of competitive or alternative products, technologies and pricing; disruption in research and development facilities; lawsuits and other claims by third parties or investigations by various regulatory agencies governing the Company's operations; potential cybersecurity attacks; increased requirements and costs related to cybersecurity; the Company's ability to realize the benefits of third party licensing agreements; the Company's ability to obtain and maintain intellectual property protection for Ainos product candidates; compliance with applicable laws, regulations and tariffs; continued listing on and compliance with the applicable regulations of the Nasdaq Capital Market; and the Company's success in managing growth. A more complete description of these risk factors and others is included in the "Risk Factors" section of Ainos' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, and other public filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), many of which risks are beyond the Company's control. In addition to the risks described above and in the Company's filings with the SEC, other unknown or unpredictable factors also could cause actual results to differ materially from the projections, forecasts, estimates and expectations discussed in this press release.

The forward-looking statements made in this press release are expressly qualified in their entirety by the foregoing cautionary statements. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release represent Ainos' views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. Ainos undertakes no obligation to, and expressly disclaims any such obligation to, publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events or changes to the future results over time or otherwise, except as required by law.

Contact Information

Feifei Shen
ir@ainos.com

SOURCE: Ainos, Inc.



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FAQ

What accuracy rate did Ainos (AIMD) achieve in its Flora device clinical trials?

The first-generation Ainos Flora device achieved up to 94% accuracy in clinical trials for STI testing.

When will Ainos (AIMD) begin clinical trials for Sjögren's Syndrome treatment?

Ainos plans to begin clinical trials for Sjögren's Syndrome treatment in H1 2025, with completion expected in 2026.

What is the timeline for Ainos (AIMD) VELDONA® veterinary trials?

Ainos targets completion of feline chronic gingivostomatitis (FCGS) trials by H1 2025.

What accuracy rate did Ainos (AIMD) achieve with its VOC detection platform?

Ainos' VOC detection platform achieved 80% accuracy through collaborations with Nisshinbo Micro Devices and Itochu Techno-Solutions.

When will Ainos (AIMD) submit FDA applications for VELDONA®?

Ainos plans to submit Investigational New Drug (IND) applications to the U.S. FDA for Sjögren's syndrome and HIV-related oral warts by H2 2025.

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