Category: Tech4Good
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Amazon Housing Equity Fund commits $3.6 billion to affordable housing
Amazon Blog – 8.20.24 At Amazon, we believe everyone should have access to housing they can afford. The Amazon Housing Equity Fund (HEF) is our $3.6 billion commitment to help address this need. Here’s everything you need to know. Source: Amazon Housing Equity Fund commits $3.6 billion to affordable housing
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Apple celebrates America’s national parks
Apple Newsroom – 8.20.24 As the U.S. National Park Service marks its 108th birthday this week, Apple is celebrating with more ways to support and experience America’s parks. Today through August 25, Apple will make a $10 donation to the National Park Foundation for every purchase made with Apple Pay on apple.com, in the Apple Store…
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Powering the Disadvantaged: How Solar is Helping Communities in Need
Geneverse Blog – 6.10.24 As solar power continues to evolve and spread around the world, disadvantaged communities are benefiting from programs and initiatives geared toward sharing solar with the masses. Source: Powering the Disadvantaged: How Solar is Helping Communities in Need
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Mapping human activity at sea with AI
Google Blog – 6.6.24 The ocean faces rapid industrialization and competition for space and resources as human activity at sea expands. To better manage the seas, it’s important to understand rising growth in areas like industrial fishing; shipping vessel traffic; oil, gas and wind infrastructure; fish farming and mineral mining. Ahead of World Oceans Day…
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Lenovo powers AI avatars to explore the role of technology in mental health
Lenovo Newsroom – 5.29.24 Today, Lenovo™ released the newest iteration of its Work For Humankind project, titled ‘Meet Your Digital Self’. The project highlights the role that smarter technology and AI can play in helping to advance change and support mental health professionals in addressing the global youth mental health crisis. This work aims to address the challenges…
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Tagging Whales With Drones
DJI YouTube Channel – 5.29.24 @oceanalliance continues to find revolutionary ways to deploy drones to study the world’s oceans. Their latest innovation sees a Matrice series Enterprise drone used to precisely drop tags on the backs of whales, so researchers can study their behavior as they swim beneath the surface. Source: Tagging Whales With Drones
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Solar Backpacks Unleashed: Charge Up Your Adventures
GoSun YouTube Channel – 5.24.24 In this YouTube video, we unveil the ultimate companion for modern adventurers and eco-conscious travelers alike: the best solar backpacks of the year. Stay powered up wherever you roam with our carefully curated selection, combining innovative solar technology with practical design. From rugged hiking trails to bustling city streets, these…
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8 Things to Know about Samsung Accessibility Features
Samsung Newsroom – 5.20.24 (5.16.24) Did you know that in the U.S., up to 1 in 4 (27%) adults have some type of disability? Samsung believes in the power of technology to create a more inclusive world. We’re not just talking the talk. We lead by example in developing accessible innovations, fostering inclusivity while also championing…
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Apple announces new accessibility features, including Eye Tracking
Apple Newsroom – 5.17.24 (5.15.24) Apple today announced new accessibility features coming later this year, including Eye Tracking, a way for users with physical disabilities to control iPad or iPhone with their eyes. Additionally, Music Haptics will offer a new way for users who are deaf or hard of hearing to experience music using the Taptic…