#axschat — Public Fediverse posts

Om my podcast: Inside ReelAbilities The Disability Film Festival Changing Culture #accessibility #axschat https://www.buzzsprout.com/719037/episodes/18944269-inside-reelabilities-the-disability-film-festival-changing-culture.mp3

We have a new episode.
- Why Accessible Geographic Data Matters For Everyone?
#AXSChat #Podcast
https://www.buzzsprout.com/719037/episodes/18507116-why-accessible-geographic-data-matters-for-everyone

Our latest episode.
Unlocking ADHD in Singapore - #AXSChat Podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/719037/episodes/17773012-unlocking-adhd-in-singapore

Ukrainian war veterans swim the Bosphorus strait in a triumph over their war injuries https://apnews.com/article/ukraine-russia-turkey-war-veterans-amputee-swimmers-dfa08161b61554109dfd9b478732dc3e #axschat #Disability

BrailleGPT: How Dunya Hassan Is Teaching AI to Speak the Language of Touch https://at-newswire.com/braillegpt/ #AI #Accessibility #AXSChat

We released a new #axschat interview.
Rediscovering Disability in Ancient Rome: The Cambridge School Classics Project - AXSChat Podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/719037/episodes/17574083-rediscovering-disability-in-ancient-rome-the-cambridge-school-classics-project

Video: The Invisible Revolution: How Code-Based Graphics Are Changing the Internet

https://vimeo.com/1091228987

#Accessibility #AXSChat

They Were Diagnosed With Autism as Adults. It Has Changed Their Lives. https://www.wsj.com/health/wellness/adult-autism-diagnosis-life-change-f3bc0ea5?st=Bmr5iR #axschat

Ireland has launched a National Dementia Registry to improve dementia care and service planning nationwide.
#axschat
https://www.euractiv.com/section/health-consumers/news/ireland-launches-national-dementia-registry-to-strengthen-care-and-planning/

New arts inclusion project opens at Co Galway theatre https://www.rte.ie/news/regional/2025/0526/1515041-blue-teapot-theatre/ #axschat #Ireland

How Chronic Disease Became the Biggest Scourge in American Health
https://flip.it/KJIGgi #axschat

Alan Price, left, who identifies as neurodivergent, said he has found success at Bank of America in part because he continues to learn.
https://www.businessinsider.com/neurodivergent-workers-employers-fill-jobs-unemployment-skills-2025-5 #axschat

Disability advocate Ali France pulled off a shock defeat of Australia's opposition leader Peter Dutton in his own seat on Saturday at the third time of asking, just over a year after losing her son to leukaemia. #axschat
https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/ali-france-disability-activist-who-overcame-grief-oust-australia-opposition-2025-05-03/

The #AXSChat podcast features Verónica Morales Beltrán, a digital accessibility consultant at adesso mobile solutions in Germany. With 12 years of experience at Electronic Arts, she specializes in BITV, WCAG, & PDF/UA standards, offering insights into the video game industry
https://vimeo.com/1074720053

I have a new podcast episode.
Eyes Through AI: Bridging the Visual World - #AXSChat #AI https://www.buzzsprout.com/719037/episodes/16929787-eyes-through-ai-bridging-the-visual-world

How the Web Almanac Reveals Global Digital Inclusion Patterns
https://www.buzzsprout.com/719037/episodes/16756915-how-the-web-almanac-reveals-global-digital-inclusion-patterns.mp3 #accessibility #axschat

Irish parents consider leaving country after more than 30 schools reject autistic twins. In Portugal schools don’t have authority to reject students. Schools in the residential area have to provide the accommodations required.
https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41583241.html #axschat

Why is banking accessibility still a barrier for so many? Tune in to hear how David and Penny from Bankability are redefining financial independence for everyone! What are your thoughts? #axschat #Fintech
https://www.buzzsprout.com/719037/episodes/16717343-why-are-banks-struggling-with-accessibility

WebAIM: Global Digital Accessibility Salary Survey Results

https://webaim.org/blog/salary-survey-results/ #axschat #Accessibility #GAAD

NVIDIA, the American Society for Deaf Children and the creative agency Hello Monday are helping close this gap with Signs, an interactive web platform built to support ASL learning and the development of accessible AI applications.
https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/ai-sign-language/ #axschat

The European Accessibility Act takes effect in June 2025. Are you ready?
AccessibleEU's website offers guidelines from accessibility experts to help you comply with the Act. https://buff.ly/41qs0Sm
#Accessibility #AXSCHat

CES 2025 showcased over 50 Artificial intelligence powered navigation tools for visually impaired users aiming at revolutionising independent mobility.

https://buff.ly/4i1Ur00
#AI #axschat #Disability

An article highlights challenges facing accessibility initiatives in sciences, indicating confusion about future programs and research support. This suggests ongoing struggles to integrate accessibility into these fields. https://buff.ly/4hTw30n
#axschat #Disability

Disability in disasters: Individuals with disabilities suffer more from natural disasters. Census Bureau data shows they are more likely to be displaced, less likely to return home, and more prone to receive scam offers.https://buff.ly/3DfdwfK
#axschat

Apple shareholders rejected a proposal to end its diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, with the board advising against it due to business strategy concerns. This decision aligns Apple with Costco in opposing the trend of scaling back diversity programs.
#axschat #WorkTrends

https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-shareholders-vote-against-anti-dei-proposal-2025-2

Apple shareholders rejected a proposal to end its diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, with the board advising against it due to business strategy concerns. This decision aligns Apple with Costco in opposing the trend of scaling back diversity programs.
#axschat #WorkTrends

https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-shareholders-vote-against-anti-dei-proposal-2025-2

Apple shareholders rejected a proposal to end its diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, with the board advising against it due to business strategy concerns. This decision aligns Apple with Costco in opposing the trend of scaling back diversity programs.
#axschat #WorkTrends

https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-shareholders-vote-against-anti-dei-proposal-2025-2

Apple shareholders rejected a proposal to end its diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, with the board advising against it due to business strategy concerns. This decision aligns Apple with Costco in opposing the trend of scaling back diversity programs.
#axschat #WorkTrends

https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-shareholders-vote-against-anti-dei-proposal-2025-2

Apple shareholders rejected a proposal to end its diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, with the board advising against it due to business strategy concerns. This decision aligns Apple with Costco in opposing the trend of scaling back diversity programs.
#axschat #WorkTrends

https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-shareholders-vote-against-anti-dei-proposal-2025-2

Meta’s AI-Powered Ray-Bans Are Life-Enhancing for the Blind - The Wall Street Journal. https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/metas-ai-powered-ray-bans-are-life-enhancing-for-the-blind-3ae38026?st=WsNoZb

#axschat

Cork’s Scoil Eoin in Ballincollig will not open special classes for its 20 autistic students due to the Department of Education stating that significant renovations would be needed to accommodate them. The school cannot afford these changes. #Ireland #axschat
https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/munster/arid-41577655.html

New regulations for kiosks and self-service transaction machines? We've been here before.

https://www.lflegal.com/2022/11/kiosk-anprm-2022/ #Accessibiity #axschat

New regulations for kiosks and self-service transaction machines? We've been here before.

https://www.lflegal.com/2022/11/kiosk-anprm-2022/ #Accessibiity #axschat

New regulations for kiosks and self-service transaction machines? We've been here before.

https://www.lflegal.com/2022/11/kiosk-anprm-2022/ #Accessibiity #axschat

New regulations for kiosks and self-service transaction machines? We've been here before.

https://www.lflegal.com/2022/11/kiosk-anprm-2022/ #Accessibiity #axschat

New regulations for kiosks and self-service transaction machines? We've been here before.

https://www.lflegal.com/2022/11/kiosk-anprm-2022/ #Accessibiity #axschat

Darryl Adams retired after nearly three decades at Intel, but he’s far from shaping the future of accessible technology. Adams, who recently stepped down from his role as Intel’s Director of Accessibility, joined AXSChat to reflect on his journey and share his vision for the next frontier of technology. His story offers a compelling blend of personal resilience, professional achievement, and a deep-seated belief in the transformative power of technology to make the world more inclusive.

The Personal Journey Behind a Passion for Accessibility

When Adams began his career at Intel, accessibility wasn’t at the forefront of his work. However, a personal battle with retinitis pigmentosa, a degenerative eye condition, and single-sided deafness forced him to confront the challenges that millions face daily. His need for assistive technologies, both for himself and others, led him to a role that would shape his career and the future of technology for people with disabilities.

“I didn’t start out in accessibility, but my personal experience made it impossible to ignore,” Adams shared. As his vision worsened, so did his determination to ensure that technology would work for everyone, regardless of their abilities. His leadership at Intel was defined by this mission: to make technology more accessible, not just for himself, but for users around the globe.

Creating Cultures of Trust and Inclusion

Adams’ experience at Intel is a rare example of a company getting it right. He emphasized trust’s critical role in enabling employees to feel comfortable disclosing disabilities and requesting accommodations. This is not always an easy path. “I wasn’t honest with myself about my vision loss at first, and that made it harder for Intel to help me,” Adams admitted. It wasn’t until he self-identified that Intel’s inclusive culture—and its employees—rallied around him.

“Trust is everything,” Adams stated, noting how vital it is for organizations to create an environment where employees feel safe sharing their challenges. However, this goes beyond individual relationships. He stressed that organizations must institutionalize this culture through executive support, employee resource groups, and leadership councils focused on diversity and inclusion. These structures, he said, create the conditions for long-term, systemic change.

The Promise and Perils of AI for Accessibility

As someone who spent nearly 30 years at the cutting edge of technological innovation, Adams is uniquely positioned to comment on the explosion of artificial intelligence and machine learning. While AI promises to revolutionize accessibility—particularly through tools like conversational AI and real-time customization—it also presents ethical challenges. Adams is optimistic but cautious.

He envisions a future where AI-powered technologies personalize user experiences based on their specific needs. “If we can help technology understand us better, we can make it work for us in ways we’ve never imagined,” he said. For those with speech or hearing impairments, for instance, AI could radically improve communication, breaking down barriers that have existed for decades.

But with these advancements come ethical responsibilities. AI, as Adams pointed out, can be biased if the data used to train models isn’t inclusive. “We need to ensure that AI systems reflect the diversity of society and don’t leave anyone behind,” he warned. He argued that this is a systemic issue requiring companies to be proactive in creating responsible AI processes from the start.

A New Chapter in Accessible Technology

Though retired from Intel, Adams has no intention of stepping away from the world of technology. In fact, his next move is set to have a significant impact. He has taken on the role of chair for the Consumer Technology Association’s (CTA) new working group focused on age tech and accessibility. Adams is clear that accessibility isn’t just a matter of disability; it’s a challenge that the world’s ageing population will increasingly face.

“With the global population of over-65s set to outnumber those under 15 for the first time in 2024, age tech will become an urgent focus,” Adams noted. He believes this is an opportunity for technology to truly serve society, ensuring that as we age, we can all continue to interact with the digital world in meaningful ways.

Adams’ new role is particularly timely as CES, the world’s largest Consumer Electronics Show, approaches. His aim is to spotlight accessibility and age tech on one of the biggest stages in the tech industry, ensuring that these critical issues are no longer sidelined but instead become central to how we think about the future of innovation.

A Legacy of Change, A Future of Hope

Reflecting on his 28-year tenure at Intel, Adams expressed pride in how far the industry has come—but he remains focused on the road ahead. He believes that we’re only beginning to tap into the potential of technology to improve lives, particularly for people with disabilities and the elderly. “This is the time for us to make a real difference,” he said. “The technology exists; now we need to make sure it’s being used in the right way.”

As he embarks on the next chapter of his career, Adams’ work continues to be driven by the same principles that guided him throughout his time at Intel: inclusivity, trust, and a commitment to creating technology that works for everyone. And as the world grapples with the ethical and practical challenges of the AI revolution, figures like Adams will be essential in ensuring that the future of technology is one that empowers all.

Adams’ parting message is clear: Technology should be groundbreaking and bridge the gap between different abilities, making the world a better place for all.

Also, available on podcast and video formats.

https://www.buzzsprout.com/719037/episodes/15867949

https://vimeo.com/1016069835?share=copy#t=0

https://antoniosantos.blog/2024/10/04/the-future-of-inclusive-technology-a-conversation-with-darryl-adams/

#accessibility #ageTech #ai #axschat #ConsumerTechnologyAssociation #DarrylAdams #digitalInclusion #diversity #InclusiveTechnology #Intel #selfIdentification #visionLoss

Dive into the world of the #InclusiveMetaverse! Discover how we can create virtual spaces that are equitable, diverse, and truly representative of our global community. 🌍 Let's build a #Metaverse where everyone belongs! 🤝 #DigitalInclusion #axschat

https://antoniosantos.blog/2023/09/24/how-can-we-create-a-more-inclusive-metaverse/

I have a new podcast - Debra Ruh, Neil Milliken, and I talked with Katherine Perry, CEO of BATA, about the potential of Assistive Technology and its importance in the lives of people with disabilities. Listen now! #Podcast #AT #Bata #axschat #Accessibility https://buzzsprout.com/719037/13348159

I have a new podcast - Debra Ruh, Neil Milliken, and I talked with Katherine Perry, CEO of BATA, about the potential of Assistive Technology and its importance in the lives of people with disabilities. Listen now! #Podcast #AT #Bata #axschat #Accessibility https://buzzsprout.com/719037/13348159

I have a new podcast - Debra Ruh, Neil Milliken, and I talked with Katherine Perry, CEO of BATA, about the potential of Assistive Technology and its importance in the lives of people with disabilities. Listen now! #Podcast #AT #Bata #axschat #Accessibility https://buzzsprout.com/719037/13348159

I have a new podcast - Debra Ruh, Neil Milliken, and I talked with Katherine Perry, CEO of BATA, about the potential of Assistive Technology and its importance in the lives of people with disabilities. Listen now! #Podcast #AT #Bata #axschat #Accessibility https://buzzsprout.com/719037/13348159

I have a new podcast - Debra Ruh, Neil Milliken, and I talked with Katherine Perry, CEO of BATA, about the potential of Assistive Technology and its importance in the lives of people with disabilities. Listen now! #Podcast #AT #Bata #axschat #Accessibility https://buzzsprout.com/719037/13348159

Q3 Kate Nash OBE
started #PurpleLightUp to celebrate #IDPD on the 3rd of December. What started as a tweet turned into an annual event. Did you take part by wearing purple or lighting up purple? #AXSChat #Disability #Accessibility

Electronic Arts have added six patents to its accessibility patent pledge, aiming to improve access to games for disabled players.

EA initially unveiled its accessibility patent pledge in August 2021, sharing five patents for its previously protected technology and making them freely available to all developers and publishers.

#Accessibility #Gaming #IDPD2022 #Disability #axschat

https://www.gamesindustry.biz/ea-shares-more-accessibility-patents?utm_source=social_sharing&utm_medium=CopyLink&utm_campaign=social_sharing

We celebrated #IDPWD2022 , announcing the winners of the ICT4 Inclusion Challenge -presenting digital solutions to mitigate the impact of #ClimateChange on people with disabilities in India.
Giz gmbh Atos
#IDPD2022 #axschat #Sustainability #IDPwD2022 #IDPD22

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/atos_idpwd-activity-7001517027752308736-lww8?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios

We celebrated #IDPWD2022 , announcing the winners of the ICT4 Inclusion Challenge -presenting digital solutions to mitigate the impact of #ClimateChange on people with disabilities in India.
Giz gmbh Atos
#IDPD2022 #axschat #Sustainability #IDPwD2022 #IDPD22

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/atos_idpwd-activity-7001517027752308736-lww8?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios

We celebrated #IDPWD2022 , announcing the winners of the ICT4 Inclusion Challenge -presenting digital solutions to mitigate the impact of #ClimateChange on people with disabilities in India.
Giz gmbh Atos
#IDPD2022 #axschat #Sustainability #IDPwD2022 #IDPD22

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/atos_idpwd-activity-7001517027752308736-lww8?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios

We celebrated #IDPWD2022 , announcing the winners of the ICT4 Inclusion Challenge -presenting digital solutions to mitigate the impact of #ClimateChange on people with disabilities in India.
Giz gmbh Atos
#IDPD2022 #axschat #Sustainability #IDPwD2022 #IDPD22

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/atos_idpwd-activity-7001517027752308736-lww8?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios

We celebrated #IDPWD2022 , announcing the winners of the ICT4 Inclusion Challenge -presenting digital solutions to mitigate the impact of #ClimateChange on people with disabilities in India.
Giz gmbh Atos
#IDPD2022 #axschat #Sustainability #IDPwD2022 #IDPD22

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/atos_idpwd-activity-7001517027752308736-lww8?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios