Technology May Make Paintings More Accessible for Persons with Visual Impairment
May 30, 2020
A collaboration between artists and researchers at Penn State and the New Jersey Institute of Technology has enabled the development of print technology that may make paintings more accessible. Read More
Source: Forbes
Australian Broadcasters Prepare to Enhance Audio Description Services
May 29, 2020
Australian television channels SBS and ABC intend to launch a comprehensive audio description service by 20 June 2020, after the Federal Government's funding to networks to improve accessibility. Read More
Source: TV Blackbox
University Partners with Microsoft to Launch New Research Center
May 28, 2020
The University of Washington will launch a new Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences (CREATE) with a $2.5 million inaugural investment. by Microsoft Read More
Source: Geek Wire
Digital Passport to Enhance Communication for Persons with Disabilities
May 25, 2020
Promoting a More Inclusive Society (PAMIS), a Scottish charity has released materials for persons with multiple learning disabilities to create their digital passport to enhance communication Read More
Source: The Courier
Airbnb Introduces Virtual Experiences for Persons with Disabilities
May 25, 2020
Airbnb under its Experiences program has partnered with organizations to launch virtual activities for guests with accessibility requirements and educate about improved accessibility for communities. Read More
Source: Short Term Rentalz
Belarus Accedes to Marrakesh Treaty
May 22, 2020
Belarus has joined the Marrakesh Treaty to Facilitate Access to Published Works for Persons with disabilities and the law is set to come into force from June 3, 2020. Read More
Source: Belta
Microsoft Set to Add Accessibility Enhancements in Windows 10
May 21, 2020
Microsoft has shared the latest accessibility enhancements in development for Windows 10 that involve customization options for its Narrator feature and Magnifier tool. Read More
Source: Engadget
Google Enhances Accessibility With Latest Updates
May 21, 2020
To mark Global Accessibility Day, Google has released a series of updates to Maps, Live Transcribe and Sound Amplifier aimed to improve user accessibility for persons with disabilities. Read More
Source: CNET
Egypt: UNDP, Avaya Collaborate to Launch AI-Powered COVID-19 Diagnosis Service
May 21, 2020
Egypt's Ministry of Communication launched an automated testing service of COVID-19 symptoms through a chatbot using sign language, capitalizing on Artificial Intelligence. Read More
New Accessibility Tool For The WordPress Community
May 20, 2020
CampusPress is a managed WordPress hosting and service provider for the educational sector that has released an accessibility plugin to help end-users address accessibility issues on their sites. Read More
Source: WP Tavern
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