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The annual Microsoft Ability Summit 2025 delivered a resounding message: accessibility and artificial intelligence are no longer separate paths but intertwined highways driving innovation for everyone. With over 20,000 global attendees representing 164 countries, the summit celebrated three...

Cutting digital curbs isn’t just about constructing smooth sidewalks—it’s about transforming our digital world into a space where every user feels welcome, empowered, and ready to move forward. At Microsoft’s Ability Summit 2025, the spotlight shone on how Azure AI Foundry and its allies are...

In an age where artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving, bridging cultural gaps is becoming increasingly crucial. On December 6, 2024, Gretchen Huizinga hosted an enlightening episode of the Abstracts podcast featuring Pranjal Chitale, a research fellow at Microsoft Research India...

In an age where technology shapes our everyday lives, ensuring that everyone can access it is crucial. Windows, known for its strong adaptability, offers a plethora of accessibility features designed to support users with various disabilities—be it visual, auditory, mobility-related, or...

In a digital era where inclusivity matters more than ever, Microsoft has taken significant steps to enhance accessibility in Windows 11. Understanding that computer navigation can sometimes present challenges, particularly for users with disabilities or age-related limitations, Windows 11 is...

Powered by Artificial Intelligence and the onboard Neural Network accelerator, Eye Contact helps to adjust your gaze on video calls and recordings, so you appear to be looking directly in the camera. In today’s environment, having technology that helps foster human connection is more important...