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See how Synchron’s Stentrode implant + Apple’s BCI protocol let ALS patient Mark Jackson control an iPad with his thoughts. Breakthrough for accessibility & neurotech

Apple has partnered with brain-computer interface maker Synchron. The two companies are developing tech that lets consumers operate Apple devices via their thoughts.

New Zealand’s Feilding Civic Centre is among the latest venues to install Auracast for visitors to use.  Based in the provincial town in the Manawatū-Whang

Avantree is one of the companies that has quickly realised the importance of personal devices that can bring plug-and-play Auracast anywhere.  It has creat

Meta’s Ray-Ban smartglasses, which sold over 7 million pairs in 2025, are sparking debate about their impact on privacy and accessibility. Supporters like Servaas praise the discreet camera for capturing travel moments, while critics like Kiki express concerns about pervasive surveillance risks. Nikki, a visually impaired user, calls them a 'gamechanger' for enabling real-time navigation assistance, yet worries public backlash could limit access for those who rely on the tech. Karen, however, reports the live caption feature fails in noisy environments, highlighting accessibility gaps. Meanwhile, Pete questions data security and regulatory oversight, while others like Kiki argue the technology’s benefits outweigh privacy fears. The debate reflects broader tensions around AI-driven wearables balancing innovation with ethical safeguards.

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Starting a career comes with a handful of challenges—and some level of anxiety—for almost everyone. From meeting colleagues for the first time to finding your way around new physical or digital workspaces, there’s plenty to navigate. Microsoft

A fan uses a OneCourt device while watching the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. (Seahawks Photo) The Seattle Seahawks gave blind and low-vision fans a new way to follow game action this season as one...

NaviSense is a new AI-powered smartphone app built to help visually impaired people find and navigate objects in real time. Using camera input, spatial audio, and vibrations, it guides users toward what...

Starting a career comes with a handful of challenges—and some level of anxiety—for almost everyone. From meeting colleagues for the first time to finding your way around new physical or digital…

Allianz Trade partners with Inclusive Brains to empower people with disabilities through Prometheus BCI, enabling mind-control of assistive devices. Their open-source initiative invites global collaboration to advance inclusive technologies and foster autonomy.

China Electric Wheelchair Market growth is projected to reach 1200.0 USD billion, at a 10.503% CAGR by driving size, share, top company analysis, segments research, trends and forecast report 2025 to...

Starting a career comes with a handful of challenges—and some level of anxiety—for almost everyone. From meeting colleagues for the first time to finding your way around new physical or digital…