Canada: TransLink Launches Online Tools to Enable Transit Accessibility
September 11, 2020
Canada's TransLink is set to launch a series of online tools designed to help make transit accessible for all. Read More
Source: Richmond News
UNESCO and China Partner to Promote Web Accessibility in Mongolia
September 11, 2020
In response to requests from the Government of Mongolia, UNESCO and the Internet Society of China have signed an MOU to partners on the promotion of web accessibility. Read More
Source: India Education Diary
University Launches Cultivating Research and Equity in Sign-related Technology
September 09, 2020
The Cultivating Research and Equity in Sign-related Technology, funded by the National Science Foundation, will focus on the inclusion of Deaf researchers in the development of tech in the field. Read More
Source: Inside Higher Ed
Samsung TVs Receive UK’s RNIB's Accreditation for Meeting Accessibility Criteria
August 26, 2020
Samsung has announced that its 2020 TVs have received the Tried and Tested rating from UK’s Royal National Institute of Blind for meeting the accessibility criteria for persons with visual impairment. Read More
Source: Sam Mobile
Microsoft Adds a New Transcribe Feature to Word Powered by Microsoft AI
August 25, 2020
Microsoft 365 has added an audio transcription feature known as Transcribe, into the online version of Word to provide an easy way to automatically transcribe audio. Read More
Source: The Verge
Malawi: COVID-19 Booklets in Braille to Disseminate Information
August 20, 2020
To enable access to information on COVID-19 for persons with visual impairment, the United Nations Development Program has provided informational material in Braille to the government of Malawi. Read More
Source: Mana Online
Amazon Launches Text Banner for Fire TV to Enhance Readability of Onscreen Text
August 19, 2020
Amazon has launched a new assistive technology feature to make onscreen text easier to read for persons with visual impairment. Read More
Source: AT Today
Intel and Accenture Support Neuromorphic Research Project in Israel
August 19, 2020
Intel and Accenture have announced support for an IResearch Community project led by the Neuro-Biomorphic Engineering Lab at the Open University of Israel to develop a wheelchair-mounted robotic arm. Read More
Source: Inside HPC
BigCommerce Enhances Platform Accessibility with New Partnership
August 19, 2020
To enhance digital accessibility in ecommerce, BigCommerce has leveraged eSSENTIAL Accessibility’s solution to create and deliver engaging digital experiences. Read More
Source: Enterprise Times
New Report Explores Access to Age-assistive Technology
August 14, 2020
The new report by HelpAge explores the intersection between age, gender, disability and the use of assistive technology (AT) by older persons, in emergency response and disaster risk reduction. Read More
Source: Relief Web
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