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AI Sign-Language Avatar Demonstrated at European Parliament.

17th July 2026

Artificial intelligence and digital accessibility were the focus of a recent conference at the European Parliament, where policymakers, researchers, disability organisations and technology companies discussed how AI can be used to make digital services more…

New Research Explores Sign Language Recognition in Vehicles.

16th July 2026

Researchers have introduced a new dataset to support the development of AI-powered sign language recognition systems that can operate inside vehicles, addressing an environment that has received relatively little attention in digital accessibility research…

Xbox Accessibility Team Hit by Microsoft Gaming Layoffs.

8th July 2026

Microsoft’s recent layoffs across its Xbox gaming division have affected members of its accessibility team, prompting concerns about the future of its accessibility work.
On 6 July 2026, Microsoft laid off approximately 1,600…

Why Digital Accessibility Matters This Disability Pride Month!

3rd July 2026

Each July, Disability Pride Month recognises the history, achievements and contributions of people with disability while celebrating disability as a valued part of human diversity. It is also an opportunity to reflect on the importance…

New Wearable Robotics Prototype Supports Greater Independence.

26th June 2026

Researchers have designed a wearable neurorobotic system designed to support hand movement and touch sensations for people with hand impairments caused by a neurological injury, enabling such individuals to perform everyday tasks more independently.

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