TED: How new technology helps blind people explore the world | Chieko Asakawa

The speaker shares their journey from losing sight at 14 to becoming an innovator in accessibility technology. They discuss the development of digital braille technologies and the creation of the Home Page Reader, which made the internet accessible to the blind. The speaker introduces cognitive assistance technology, which aims to enhance independence for visually impaired individuals. They emphasize the importance of collaboration and open-source development to further these innovations.

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