New AI tool for people with learning disabilities converts information into easy read formats
In a “breakthrough” for accessible design, UK-based organisation Photosymbols has launched EasyMaker, a new AI-powered tool created in collaboration with people with learning disabilities. Built…
EXCLUSIVE: AI doing wonders for communication – Especially for disabled people
Doug Lear, an assistive technology specialist at Northwest Ergonomics, discusses how AI is helping people with disabilities or recovering from injuries communicate, study, and work.…
Successful AI pilot at two councils reduces administrative work that OTs need to perform
Richmond upon Thames Council and Wandsworth Council have completed a breakthrough voice AI pilot that helped them to manage their occupational therapy waiting lists and…
AI-enabled smart cane that can give directions or travel tips wins design award
An AI-enabled smart cane designed to transform the lives of people with sight loss has won a prestigious international design award. The WeWALK Smart Cane…
EXCLUSIVE: It’s critical social care isn’t forgotten about in the AI revolution
Sameer Vartak, Chief Technology Officer of Lilli Sameer Vartak, Chief Technology Officer of Lilli, explores the potential of AI to transform the health and care…
Local authorities leverage power of AI to help people live more independently
AI and Digital Government Minister Feryal Clark The UK Government has revealed that councils are using AI and technology to enhance public services, save money,…
EXCLUSIVE: 2025 vision tech trends
Roland Mattern, Director of Sales for eSight by Gentex Corporation Roland Mattern, Director of Sales at eSight by Gentex Corporation, discusses some of the key…
Video: Train operator trials AI speech-to-text announcements for passengers with hearing loss
Train operator TransPennine Express (TPE) has successfully completed a two-day trial of assistive technology on its trains to improve journeys for hearing-impaired passengers. Developed in…
NHS trust trials assistive technologies for its new National Rehabilitation Centre
Equipment tracking, artificially intelligent CCTV, and voice-activated environmental controls are some of the technologies being trialled at Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust to support…
Train operator using AI to trial British Sign Language announcements
Train operator Northern is trialling the use of AI to deliver train announcements in British Sign Language (BSL) for those travelling between Manchester and Leeds…