Digital Inclusion stories - Page 4

TetraLogical launches blended courses combining self-led and live sessions to embed digital accessibility in teams' everyday workflows over several weeks.

Wales Tech Week returns to ICC Wales this November, spotlighting the nation's tech innovation, global talent, and ambitions for a resilient digital economy.

Global events often fail to be truly inclusive by using a single language; real-time multilingual translation and captioning boost engagement and accessibility.

Ecommpay has secured DAC certification for its payments platform, meeting WCAG 2.2 AA standards to ensure accessibility for all users.

The UK's new digital ID scheme aims to cut fraud by GBP £1.6bn yearly but faces concerns over inclusion, innovation, and effective implementation from experts.

Cloudflare partners with UNICEF's Giga to monitor and improve internet access in schools globally, aiming to bridge the digital divide for millions of children.

TetraLogical has launched flexible, self-led online courses to help digital teams build practical accessibility skills and meet growing regulatory demands.

Industry leaders mark International Women in Cyber Day, urging action to boost female representation and diversity in cybersecurity roles worldwide.

F&W Networks and Fusion Fibre Group join forces to expand full-fibre broadband, boosting high-speed connectivity across Southern England's towns and rural areas.

Wikimedia Deutschland's project supports software development to preserve endangered languages across Indonesia, Africa, and Brazil, boosting access to knowledge.

Over half of UK firms fail digital accessibility standards, risking 5% loss in web traffic and EU fines as new regulations take effect.

Neighbourly, Microsoft and Onside have trained over 150 UK charity reps in AI skills to bridge the tech gap between charities and private firms.

Carnival Internet UK partners with Community TechAid to fight digital exclusion and reduce e-waste by refurbishing devices for those without internet access.

Ecommpay has launched a free Accessibility Pack to help eCommerce merchants improve website accessibility and boost inclusivity in online shopping.

From 28 June 2025, UK digital businesses trading with the EU must comply with the European Accessibility Act, ensuring online services are accessible to all users.

Apricorn partners with Every Child Online to enhance secure tech donations, aiming to bridge the UK's digital divide for disadvantaged youth and families.

She@Cyber launches a Europe-wide free training programme to equip women and underrepresented groups with vital cybersecurity skills and boost sector diversity.

During the Huawei ICT Sustainability Roundtable at MWC Barcelona 2025, the company's Rotating Chairman urged for collaborative effort to avoid a new digital divide.

Advancements in technology are reshaping education, yet barriers to accessibility remain, particularly for the 20% of students with disabilities.

A staggering 88% of older UK residents believe banks should retain physical branches, highlighting concerns over the digital divide and access to services.