Generative AI holds great potential for those with disabilities - but it needs policy to shape it
November 03, 2023
Generative AI can support people with disabilities by fueling existing assistive technology and robotics, learning, accommodation and accessibility solutions. Read More
Source: World Economic Forum
Google expands accessibility with new Maps, Search, and device features
October 17, 2023
Stair-free walking routes and business markers add to Google's wider push for accessibility and ease of navigation. Read More
Source: Mashable
Hong Kong based Start Up Bridges the Digital Divide with AI-based Belt to Help the Blind Navigate Streets
September 18, 2023
Start-up AI Guided’s belt has two wide-angle cameras that capture and analyse images and identify objects Read More
Source: South China Morning Post
Egypt: Banks Spearhead Accessibility Reforms for Persons with Disabilities
September 12, 2023
Egyptian banks, prompted by CBE's 2021 instructions and President Al-Sisi's vision, strive to enhance accessibility for people with disabilities. Read More
Source: Zawya
What to expect from Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.2
August 15, 2023
In its fourth update in 24 years, the WCAG has six new guidelines that look to improve digital experiences for users with vision, motor and cognitive disabilities. Read More
Source: Design Week
Advancing Scientific Discourse in American Sign Language
August 10, 2023
Four deaf scientists discuss their experiences in developing scientific lexicons and the resulting shift in their science communication. Read More
Source: Nature
Amazon Shares New Updates To Accessibility Features For Alexa
July 24, 2023
Amazon has announced updates to a few accessibility features for Alexa. The updates encompass three features: Tap to Alexa, Alexa Captions, and the new Automatic Speech Recognition technology. Read More
Source: Forbes
Corporate Disability Inclusion Accelerating But Not In The Boardroom Finds Disability:IN’s Disability Equality Index
July 10, 2023
While workforce disability inclusion at some of America’s largest companies is in a healthier shape than ever before, progress appears slow and lagging in the boardroom. Read More
Source: Forbes
“No Confidence”: House of Lords Issues New Digital Exclusion Report
June 30, 2023
The House of Lords Committee releases new Digital Exclusion report, emphasizing technological gaps. Read More
Source: Digit
Equally AI Releases ChatGPT-Powered Report on Web Accessibility Websites in the US
March 29, 2023
Equally AI has released a report highlighting the most accessible websites in the United States created using Flowy, a ChatGPT-powered Web Accessibility Platform Read More
Source: Equally AI
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