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Top Story: TalkSign is Building Assistive AI System to Make Communication More Easy for the Deaf Communities
TalkSign, an artificial intelligence startup, is developing real-time communication tools that translate American Sign Language into speech and text in under 100 milliseconds, aiming to bridge one of the most persistent gaps in global communication accessibility.
Founded by Edidiong Ekong and Kazi Mahathir Rahman, the company sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence and assistive technology, combining machine learning research with product development to address long-standing barriers faced by deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.
The startup’s ambition is to enable seamless, real-time interaction between deaf and hearing individuals without the need for interpreters or intermediary systems.
“The goal is to allow people who cannot hear or talk to communicate in real time without barriers,” Ekong explains.
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On Startup Spotlight:
UnionPay International Gains CFC Status in Morocco to Strengthen African Cross-Border Payments Services
UnionPay International (UPI) has announced that its Morocco Branch has officially been granted Casablanca Finance City (CFC) status, marking a strategic milestone in the company’s efforts to strengthen its footprint across Africa’s financial services sector.
The designation places UnionPay within Casablanca’s premier financial ecosystem, a platform designed to attract multinational institutions and support their expansion across the African continent.
Commenting on the development, Feng Chen, General Manager of UnionPay International Africa Branch, said the recognition reinforces the company’s long-term commitment to the region.
“We are proud to have obtained CFC status, marking an important milestone in our expansion across Africa,” he said. “This recognition strengthens our position as a trusted partner in advancing financial infrastructure and enhancing cross-border connectivity.”
He added that integration into the CFC ecosystem would enable the company to operate more efficiently while supporting broader access to innovative payment systems.
Quadri Adejumo brings you all the details. Read here.
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Quote of the Day:
“Any sufficiently advanced technology is equivalent to magic.” – Arthur C. Clarke.
Thank you for joining me yet again this evening. Stay safe, and see you tomorrow for the next tech newsletter.
Best, Quadri
