Deaf AI

'This is the program I wish I'd had when I was starting out.' Harp Athwal set out to create the startup program he'd have wanted as an entrepreneur—and now it's a reality! Our Adapting for Tomorrow program opened for applications in Toronto back in the summer, and we've just wrapped up the selection process with an incredible pitch day at our Toronto office. Congratulations to our two inaugural program participants: Deaf AI and FastDoc 🎉 And this is just the beginning. Check out Harp's blog for insights on the journey so far and what to expect next ⬇️ Watch this space! https://bit.ly/3YV7h9b #AI #Startups #AdaptingForTomorrow #TheAdaptavistGroup

☝️🤟✋In honor of International Day of Sign Languages, ventureLAB is proud to spotlight Deaf AI, a company in our Accelerate AI program. Deaf AI is dedicated to enhancing the digital experience for Deaf individuals by making technology more accessible. Their innovative solutions facilitate communication between hearing and Deaf people, fostering a more inclusive society. By pioneering the transition from human-based services to AI-driven sign language interpretation, Deaf AI is truly transforming the landscape of communication. Learn More: https://www.deaf-ai.com/ #InternationalDayOfSignLanguages #DeafAI #Inclusion #Accessibility #Innovation #ventureLAB Mehdi Masoumi, Shawn Norris

Exciting news for innovators and entrepreneurs in the digital #accessibility space! Join us for our upcoming event, "Success Stories in Accessible Entrepreneurship: AI-Driven Business Success," on August 28, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Eastern Time. This livestream session, part of our collaboration with Microsoft Reactor, features Mehdi Masoumi, founder of Deaf AI. Mehdi (Mohammad Mehdi) Masoumi will share insights on leveraging AI to create impactful solutions for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing community. Key highlights: - Explore the intersection of AI and accessibility - Learn from real-world success stories - Discover innovative strategies for scaling accessible businesses This event is brought to you by the Access Innovators Network, a new initiative dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to harness AI for accessibility and inclusion. Whether you're an entrepreneur, developer, or simply passionate about accessible technology, this session offers valuable insights for all. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gjER4SgW Special thanks to Alixia Blanc, Microsoft Reactor and Digita11y Accessible for their continued support in making this series possible. #AccessibleEntrepreneurship #AIForGood #InclusiveTech #AccessInnovatorsNetwork #MicrosoftReactor

🌟 Meet the #ZeroCall25 Shortlist! The Zero Project is delighted to share the shortlist for the Zero Project Awards 2025 in Employment and ICT: 160 innovative solutions from 61 countries across 6 continents! The first stage of the selection process involved over 100 hours of review by the Zero Project's research team and more than 80 experts from the global Zero Project Network. This included evaluating each of the 522 nominations against formal criteria, requesting additional information where needed, and conducting peer reviews in dedicated sessions. Notably, Pakistan and Poland have entered the Top 15 countries for the first time, and Guinea and Guyana are represented on this year's shortlist for the first time ever. From A for Argentina to Z for Zambia: Discover the full list and a map of shortlisted innovations here: Next up: The Zero Project Network will engage and vote on these innovative solutions to determine the Zero Project Awardees 2025, who will be announced on December 3, 2024—the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Discover all the shortlisted Innovations: LINK: https://lnkd.in/gX-nhNBD Fundación Descúbreme EnAble India, Youth4Jobs Foundation, SG Enable Martin Essl Michael Fembek Anna Königseder Robin Tim Weis Sabine Wachernig Judith Hermetter Anja Günther Małgorzata Grobelna Isabella Essl Alessandro Gobello Maria Chiara Franco Mariia Horbivnenko #ZeroProject #InclusiveEmployment #ICT #ZeroCall25”

Seven companies from across Canada are revolutionizing active mobility for the future. Check out this feature in Accessibility for All magazine on the Mobility Unlimited Hub with Toyota Mobility Foundation and the inaugural cohort members to learn how their technologies are contributing towards inclusive mobility solutions. AWL-Electricity, Axtion Independence Mobility Inc., Braze Mobility Inc., Cheelcare, Deaf AI, Seleste, Trexo Robotics https://lnkd.in/e-F4mwRg