Airbnb Works to Improve Accessibility Features
November 10, 2021
Airbnb has announced the implementation of new procedures for verification of accessibility features for properties and updated accessibility search filters. Read More
Source: The Verge
Peleton's Live Classes to Include Subtitles for an Accessible Experience
November 09, 2021
Peloton Interactive, Inc., an American exercise equipment and media company, has worked with Microsoft to add subtitles to live workouts with the aim to expand accessibility of guided classes. Read More
Source: Windows Central
Google Tests Voice Assistant for Persons With Speech Impairment
November 09, 2021
Google has begun beta testing the Project Relate app for Android as part of Google’s speech recognition technology improvements. Read More
Source: Voicebot AI
Australia: New App Developed for Persons with Hearing Impairment
November 04, 2021
The National Acoustic Laboratories in Australia has developed a free multilingual NALscribe app to instantly transcribe conversations and enhance communication. Read More
Source: Australian Ageing Agenda
Justice Department Secures Settlement With Rite Aid Corporation To Make Vaccine Portal Accessible
November 01, 2021
Justice Department secures settlement with Rite Aid Corporation to make its online COVID-19 vaccine portal accessible to persons with disabilities. Read More
Source: US Department of Justice
Qatar: Accessible ATMs Accredited by Mada Center
October 28, 2021
In partnership with Qatar Central Bank (QCB), Mada Center has granted accessibility accreditation to 11 ATMs from various banks in the State of Qatar. Read More
Source: Mada
Partnership to Provide ICT Accessibility Standards in Kenya
October 27, 2021
The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS]) in partnership with inABLE has commenced the development of first ever national ICT accessibility standards to bridge the existing digital divide . Read More
Source: Kenya News
International Press Telecommunications Council (IPTC) Updates Metadata Standards
October 27, 2021
The International Press Telecommunications Council (IPTC) has released a new version of its Photo Metadata standard that includes two new properties aimed at making photos more accessible. Read More
Source: PetaPixel
Bangladesh: Workshop on Web Accessibility Focuses on Digital Accessibility of Government Websites and E-Services
October 27, 2021
The workshop's main objective was to ensure accessibility to all government websites and e-services, including for persons with disabilities, to ensure inclusive web and e-services. Read More
Movie Theater Chain AMC to Expand Film Captioning Support
October 21, 2021
AMC has announced the expansion of its film captioning support that brings the feature to select showtimes at 240 theatres across many US markets to ensure the inclusion of all audiences. Read More
Source: NPR
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