India: Reserve Bank of India invites Tech Solutions to help Persons with Visual Impairment Identify Currency
January 01, 2019
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has invited expression of interest from vendors to develop mobile phone-based solutions to help persons with visual impairment easily identify Indian currency notes. Read More
Source: Hindu Businessline
Israel Uses Technology to Transform the Lives of Persons with Disabilities
December 22, 2018
Various projects on digital inclusion in Israel are enabling children and adults with disabilities live productive lives. Read More
Source: The Jerusalem Post
European Standard EN 301 549 Published in the Official Journal of the European Union
December 20, 2018
The European Standard for Web Accessibility was published in the Official Journal of the EU. The standard improves access for persons with low vision, cognitive and learning disabilities in the EU. Read More
3D Printing Being Used to Make Makes Customized Wheelchairs
December 17, 2018
Utilizing 3D printing technology, wheelchairs can be designed to not only look aesthetic but also weigh lesser, and thus cost less. Generative Design could thus help customize accessible products. Read More
Source: TCT Magazine
Huawei Launches AI-Powered StorySign App for Children with Hearing Impairment
December 17, 2018
Huawei has launched an AI-powered app StorySign which can enrich storytelling for children with hearing disabilities, translating featured books through the smartphone’s camera into sign language. Read More
Source: Tech Guide
ENBD Bank Launches Video Magnifier for Customers with Visual Impairment
December 16, 2018
Emirates NBD (ENBD) bank has launched Traveller HD, a video magnifier enabling customers with visual impairment and the elderly to read forms and other documents comfortably at its branches in the UAE Read More
Source: Trader Arabia
Ghana: National Project Focuses on Computers for Persons with Disabilities
December 14, 2018
The government of Ghana, under the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications Project is facilitating the teaching and learning of ICT for all citizens, including persons with disabilities. Read More
Source: Ghana Web
Canadian Organization Mandates Standards for Accessibility Messaging Services
December 14, 2018
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission has mandated standards for message relay services and asked companies to consult accessibility groups on achieving IP relay service. Read More
Source: Mobile Syrup
European Electronic Communications Code Approved by the European Parliament
December 14, 2018
The European Electronic Communications Code adopted by the European Parliament adds obligations in availability and affordability of accessible electronic communications on member states. Read More
Source: European Disability Forum
Israel Based ALYN Hospital Partners with Virginia Based Raz Mobility to Bring Israeli Assistive Technology Innovations to Americans with Disabilities
December 13, 2018
Israel’s ALYN Hospital partners with Virginia-based RAZ Mobility to bring Israeli assistive technology innovations to Americans with disabilities including participating in US government’s programs Read More
Source: The Jerusalem Post
South Australia Works Towards Enhancing Digital Inclusion for All
December 07, 2018
The South Australian government aims to build a nationally consistent and integrated identity system that includes a pilot program to help improve service delivery for people with a disabilities. Read More
Source: The Mandarin
How Microsoft is Creating Accessibility for All: Empowering Persons with Disabilities
December 04, 2018
As part of the WE Are One campaign, Microsoft is enabling educators to make their classrooms more accessible and inclusive through the use of its technologies, Immersive Reader, Microsoft Translator. Read More
Source: Tech City