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AI Improves Brain–Computer Interfaces by Decoding Complex Brain Signals.

Researchers are developing new artificial intelligence systems that can interpret brain signals, with potential applications for people with disability.
This technology, known as a Brain-Computer Interface (BCI), is designed…
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Free Digital Accessibility Workshop Coming to Karratha: Plain Language and Accessible Social Media!

Centre for Accessibility Australia (CFA Australia) is proud to host a free digital accessibility workshop – Plain Language and Accessible Social Media – on Thursday, 14 May 2026, at the Karratha International…
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Memphis International Airport Launches GoodMaps Accessibility App.

Memphis International Airport in Tennessee, USA, has recently launched an accessibility support app for travellers. The free app, GoodMaps, offers multilingual support in more than 25 languages, along with audio…
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Disney Animation to Debut ‘Songs in Sign Language’ on Disney+.

Disney+ will premiere Disney Animation’s Songs in Sign Language on April 27, aligning with National Deaf History Month. The special features three popular musical sequences from recent Walt Disney…
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Centre for Accessibility Australia Welcomes Two New Board Members!

Centre for Accessibility Australia (CFA Australia) is pleased to announce the appointment of Tamara Findlay and Ryan Malonda to its Board.

Both bring vast experience across strategy, governance, and accessibility…
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Accessible Tech and AI Tools Featured at CSUN 2026.

The CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, held this month in California, showcased a wide range of accessible technologies, combining major consumer tech announcements with specialist tools designed for people with disability…
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Free Workshop in Albany in April: Plain Language and Accessible Social Media

Centre for Accessibility Australia (CFA Australia) is hosting a free workshop on Wednesday, 22nd April at the Hilton Garden Inn. The upcoming workshop will be presented by Laetitia Thompson, Digital…
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Smart Glove Enables Tactile Reading, Wins Accolades in Kuwait.

The United Arab Emirates has won the Secretariat General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Patent Office Award and a silver medal at the 16th International Invention Fair in the Middle…
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Strong Turnout at PDAC 2026 as Accessibility Leaders Share Insights and Debate AI.

The Perth digital accessibility community came together this week for a successful return of the Perth Digital Accessibility Conference (PDAC), held at The Hub, Bentley Technology Park.
The one-day…
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US Mandates Healthcare Tech Accessibility.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued, for the first time, digital accessibility requirements for patient-facing health care technology. Effective May 11, physicians…
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