The Emotiv Insight is a state-of-the-art, wireless EEG headset designed to measure cognitive and emotional responses in real time. With its semy-dry polymer sensors and user-friendly design, it provides high-resolution brain activity data without the need for a complex setup. In financial research, the Emotiv Insight is instrumental in analyzing decision-making, risk perception, trader psychology, and behavioral finance. By tracking cognitive states such as attention, stress, and emotional engagement, it helps researchers and professionals gain insights into how neural activity influences financial choices. Its integration with machine learning and cloud-based analytics enables cutting-edge research in algorithmic trading, and investment behavior.
Technical Specifications:
Number of Sensors: 5 EEG sensors + 2 reference sensors
Sensors are located at AF3, AF4, T7, T8, and Pz positions
Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth Low Energy – Improved radio connectivity, updated antenna with Bluetooth 5 support.
Sampling Rate: 128 Hz
Resolution: 16 bits with 1 LSB = 0.1275μV
Battery Life: Up to 20 hours
Operating System Compatibility: Works with Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
Features & Capabilities:
Dry Electrode Technology: No need for gels or conductive paste
Performance metrics: Excitement, Engagement, Relaxation, Interest, Stress, Focus
Facial Expressions: Blink, Wink L/R, Surprise, Frown, Smile, Clench
Motion Sensors: Includes a 9-axis IMU (accelerometer, gyroscope, and magnetometer)
API & SDK: Supports integration with third-party applications for developers