South Africa-founded hearX has merged with US-based Eargo to create LXE Hearing, a new company focused on hearing health solutions. This merger, supported by a $100 million investment from Patient Square Capital, combines their strengths in digital technologies and consumer hearing aid brands. Nic Klopper, co-founder of hearX, will lead LXE Hearing as CEO, aiming to revolutionize hearing aids and enhance accessibility to hearing health.