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Putting sign language AI into users’ hands

DeepMind developed a sign-language-to-text model that translates sign language into written text, expanding accessibility for Deaf and hard of hearing users. This work demonstrates how AI can be applied to underserved communication modalities with real social impact.

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DeepMind developed a sign-language-to-text model that translates sign language into written text, expanding accessibility for Deaf and hard of hearing users. This work demonstrates how AI can be applied to underserved communication modalities with real social impact.

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