AI/ML Innovations' Health Gauge Licenses its Patented Technology to MedWatch Technologies, Inc.

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AI/ML Innovations Inc. announced a License Agreement with MedWatch Technologies, Inc. to utilize patented health management technology and AI software for diabetes monitoring solutions. MedWatch will pay Health Gauge an annual fee of US$120,000 plus a 2% royalty on gross sales. With diabetes-related medical costs in the US at $327 billion annually, the partnership aims to improve patient outcomes through non-invasive monitoring tools. The agreement spans an initial term of 7 years, with a US$2 million termination fee.

Positive

• Partnership with MedWatch enhances market presence in the $327 billion US diabetes sector.
• Annual license fee of $120,000 plus 2% royalty on gross sales potentially boosts revenue.
• Opportunity to improve health outcomes for over 34 million Americans with diabetes.

Negative

• Dependence on MedWatch's sales performance for royalties could pose risks to revenue.
• Termination fee of $2 million may deter MedWatch from early termination.

- MedWatch™ to address needs in the $327 billion-dollar US diabetes market -

- License includes annual payment to Health Gauge of US$120,000, 2% gross sales royalty, US$2Million termination fee, and other royalties and fees -

TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / March 28, 2022 / AI/ML Innovations Inc. (CSE:AIML)(OTCQB:AIMLF)(FWB:42FB), a company committed to acquiring and advancing Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning technologies that address urgent societal needs, is pleased to announce that its majority-owned subsidiary, Health Gauge Inc., has entered into a License Agreement with MedWatch Technologies, Inc. of Las Vegas, Nevada. MedWatch has agreed to license Health Gauge's patented health management technology ("Licensed Patent") and proprietary AI-powered software ("Licensed Software") for use in MedWatch's non-invasive blood glucose and other blood chemistry monitoring solutions for diabetes, and the health & wellness market.

"There is an opportunity for this strategic alliance between Health Gauge and MedWatch to positively impact the epidemic of diabetes," said Tim Daniels, Chairman of AI/ML Innovations, Inc. "In the US alone, medical costs related to diabetes are $327 billion per year. A staggering $1 out of every $4 in US healthcare expenditures is spent on caring for people with diabetes. Human costs are even greater, with over 34 million Americans having diabetes and another 88 million who are pre-diabetic, resulting in diabetes being the third leading cause of death today. Crucially, about 1 in 5 people with diabetes don't know they have it, making improved access to an easy to use, inexpensive, blood glucose monitoring tool ever more important. As lifestyle choices can dramatically impact both the risk of getting diabetes as well as the outcome of the disease, MedWatch™ anticipates being a disruptive tool which helps to improve patients' outcomes through convenient and painless blood-sugar monitoring, allowing for the micro-management of the disease, and aiding in the mitigation of lifestyle-related diabetes risks."

Key Provisions of the License Agreement include:

Agreement Term:

• Initial term is 7 years, with automatic renewal terms (on review) over the life of the Licensed Patent

Annual License Fee:

• MedWatch will pay Health Gauge an Annual License Fee of US$120,000 per year (plus royalties) for the License Agreement term

Royalties:

• MedWatch will pay Health Gauge a royalty of two percent (2%) of gross sales of all MedWatch products that rely on the Licensed Patent and/or Licensed Software, anticipated to equate to US$5.00 to US$8.00 per device sold
• MedWatch will pay Health Gauge additional royalties for other software services that may be provided as a value-added solution

Other Fees:

• MedWatch will pay additional fees, on a "cost-plus" pricing basis, to utilize Health Gauge resources to support joint initiatives and product or application development in non-invasive digital health solutions

Termination Fees:

• MedWatch may terminate the License Agreement early without cause, upon payment of a US$2 million early termination fee

"We are pleased to announce we've signed a license with Health Gauge that enables us to make use of their proprietary technology covering the design and functionality of biometric sensors to gather required information for glucose determination," stated Mike Moore, CEO of MedWatch Technologies, Inc. "Additionally, we have licensed the use of the Health Gauge best-in-class health monitoring and management software platform that will provide us a turn-key cloud-based solution for users of our glucose monitoring devices. We are excited to establish this relationship with Health Gauge and look forward to the opportunities it provides us."

Our Health Mission

Our mission is to improve the life of people suffering from diabetes and other blood sugar issues, by making blood glucose monitoring easier, cheaper, and far less painful. We will fulfill our mission by creating successful, profitable commercial products transforming the lives of patients with diabetes. Our products will revolutionize the way people living with diabetes monitor their glucose levels, and give them new tools which will make it much easier for them to continuously adjust their diet and lifestyle in response to their immediate glucose condition.

In essence, we are in the business of enhancing the health and wellbeing of people with chronic disease using unique technologies, innovative information services and simple ways of integrating that technology into their lives.

About Health Gauge

Health Gauge's patented solution is a personal health monitoring & management system, which combines the latest wearable health monitors with sophisticated artificial intelligence software tools and proprietary cloud computing software, to help caregivers, patients, and healthcare professionals access and utilize relevant data, resulting in better recovery outcomes and healthy living objectives through the ability to make immediate and better health choices. www.healthgauge.com

About AI/ML Innovations Inc.

AI/ML Innovations Inc. has realigned its business operations to capitalize on the burgeoning fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), with an initial investment focus on emerging digital health and wellbeing companies that leverage AI, ML, cloud computing and digital platforms to drive transformative healthcare management solutions and precision support delivery across the health continuum. Through strategic partnerships with Health Gauge (70% owned by AIML), Tech2Heal (22% ownership commitment by AIML), AI Rx Inc. (70% owned by AIML) and other planned accretive investments, the Company continues to capitalize on expanding growth areas, to the benefit of all the Company's stakeholders. AI/ML's shares are traded on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol "AIML", the OTCQB Venture Market under "AIMLF", and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under "42FB".

On behalf of the Board of Directors
Tim Daniels, Executive Chairman

For more information about AI/ML Innovations :
For detailed information please see AI/ML's website at https://aiml-innovations.com/ or the Company's filed documents at www.sedar.com .
For further information: Blake Fallis at (778) 405-0882 or info@aiml-innovations.com .

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Cautionary and Forward-Looking Statements

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FAQ

What is the purpose of the License Agreement between AIML and MedWatch?

The License Agreement allows MedWatch to utilize Health Gauge's patented technology and AI software for diabetes monitoring solutions.

How much will MedWatch pay Health Gauge under the License Agreement?

MedWatch will pay an annual fee of US$120,000 and a 2% royalty on gross sales from licensed products.

What is the duration of the License Agreement between AIML and MedWatch?

The initial term of the License Agreement is 7 years, with automatic renewal options.

What is the financial context of the diabetes market in the US?

The US diabetes market incurs medical costs of $327 billion annually, affecting over 34 million Americans.

What is the termination fee if MedWatch decides to end the License Agreement early?

If MedWatch terminates the License Agreement early, they must pay a fee of $2 million.