DW English·2026-10-14 14:52· 21 d agoFeaturedRecommendation88.24

The hidden treasure in discarded wearable and fast tech

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Sales of fast tech like mini fans and disposable e-vapes, as well as wearable health tech such as heart monitors and smartwatches are soaring. They're creating a new e-waste problem but are full of hidden treasure.

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