Accessibility stories - Page 1
Kai's Education raises NZD $1.5m to fuel US expansion
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Kai's Education has raised NZD $1.5m to expand its unique screen-free coding tools for neurodiverse learners in US schools, aiming for NZD $2.346m.
AI project empowers non-verbal children with unique voices
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A collaboration between Monks and the Centre for Community Initiative aims to empower non-verbal children in India with AI-generated voices reflecting their true tone.
SigIQ.ai secures USD $9.5m to transform AI tutoring
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SigIQ.ai has launched from stealth mode, raising USD $9.5 million to enhance its AI tutoring tech, aiming to reshape education accessibility globally.
Discovermarket & Sympla launch Evento Seguro in Brazil
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Insurtech discovermarket has teamed up with Sympla to launch Evento Seguro in Brazil, offering enhanced Public Liability Insurance for event organisers.
New Zealand app empowers people with disabilities with decision-making
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A new mobile web app called Volition is enhancing decision-making for people with disabilities in New Zealand, promoting personal agency and communication.
StormForge unveils ML innovations for Kubernetes cost savings
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StormForge has unveiled key updates to its Kubernetes optimisation platform, introducing new features aimed at enhancing cost efficiency for enterprises.
Exclusive: How tech is giving autistic minds space to thrive and be heard
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On World Autism Understanding Day, experts highlight how technology is transforming support for autistic individuals, empowering them to thrive and innovate.
Fujitsu & Macquarie launch AutoML course to boost AI skills
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Fujitsu and Macquarie University have teamed up to launch a four-week online AutoML course, addressing the rising demand for 1.3 million tech workers in Australia.
NSW reveals innovation plan with AUD $27 billion target
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The New South Wales Government has launched the NSW Innovation Blueprint 2035, targeting an investment boost of AUD $27 billion and nearly 100,000 new jobs.
Credas & IDGO join forces to improve UK ID accessibility
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Credas Technologies and IDGO have unveiled a partnership to enhance ID accessibility for millions in the UK, addressing urgent identification challenges.
CirrusHQ aids CREST's global exam expansion to 70+ nations
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CirrusHQ has enabled CREST International to expand its cyber exam programme to over 70 countries, enhancing accessibility and cutting costs by 33%.
Essential Tech achieves ISO27001:2022 certification success
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Essential Tech has achieved ISO27001:2022 certification, confirming its commitment to global information security standards and client data protection.
Australia launches national dementia care standards guide
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Dementia Training Australia has unveiled a pioneering free National Dementia Education Framework to boost care standards for dementia patients across Australia.
AI assistant boosts college enrolments by 18% in Wales
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Coleg y Cymoedd has reported £5.9 million in financial benefits and an 18% rise in enrolments thanks to ARNY, a bilingual AI assistant launched with ICS.AI.
Proto Hologram explores AI holograms for deaf access
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Brittany Barry from Proto Hologram will showcase how volumetric displays can enhance sign language understanding at California State University Northridge's conference.
The power of lived experiences in driving accessibility
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Advancements in technology are reshaping education, yet barriers to accessibility remain, particularly for the 20% of students with disabilities.
MBSToken launches to transform the $11 trillion MBS market
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Asset Token Ventures has launched MBSToken, a platform aimed at revolutionising the $11 trillion mortgage-backed securities market with blockchain technology.
IKEA tops ecommerce for best customer experience in 2025
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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A study has crowned IKEA the top ecommerce site for customer experience in the UK for 2025, outpacing competitors with superior site performance.
Cubic unveils FEnX: innovative AI fare gate system launch
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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Cubic Transportation Systems has unveiled FEnX, an advanced fare gate system enhancing revenue protection and accessibility across transit networks.
Webex partners with Applause to boost product accessibility
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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Webex has joined forces with Applause to enhance accessibility features, recruiting testers with disabilities to improve user experience across its products.