(IN BRIEF) KPN has issued a global call for collaboration to build a safer, more inclusive, and environmentally friendly internet, unveiling a declaration of intent under the #BetterInternet initiative at MWC Barcelona. The initiative, which invites telecom providers, NGOs, non-profits, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Media, Netherlands, News, Non Profit, Technology, Telecom
Tagged #BeterInternet, #BetterInternet, 989 out of 1000, accessibility, best mobile network, campaign against non-consensual image sharing, Chief Consumer Officer, declaration of intent, digital accessibility, digital advocacy, eco-friendly internet, Fonds Slachtofferhulp, Global Collaboration, green network, Helpwanted, inclusive internet, international cooperation, KPN, kpn.com/betterinternet, Marieke Snoep, MEAU, MWC Barcelona, national initiatives, NGOs, non-profits, online safety, partnership, protection of minors, research institutions, responsible internet usage, safer internet, Soa Aids Nederland, social responsibility, Stichting Rutgers, sustainability, sustainable digital infrastructure, telecom providers, TikTok talk show, umlaut
(IN BRIEF) The Qasr Al Hokm Downtown Station, a key component of Riyadh’s metro network, opened to the public today, showcasing a blend of modern architecture, traditional design, and sustainable technologies. This iconic station, located in the heart of the … Read the full press release
Posted in Construction, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Italy, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged accessibility, Arabian architecture, conical wall, dams, Driverless metro, elevators, Emporis Skyscraper Award, energy-efficient, engineering feat, Fisia Italimpianti, freshwater lake, glass-enclosed garden, high-speed Connector rail line, LED lighting, Line 3, modern architecture, NEOM, Orange Line, Qasr Al Hokm Downtown Station, ramps, RCRC, Riyadh, Riyadh Kingdom Center, Riyadh Metro, Royal Commission for Riyadh City, Sang Villas Urbanization Plan, Saudi Arabia, Shuaibah-3 desalination plant, stainless steel cone-shaped roof, sustainable technologies, tactile signage, transportation network, Trojena, tunnel boring machines, underground parking facility, urban development, ventilation systems, Webuild
(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility, in partnership with Parklife Metro, has revealed a full-scale mockup of a train carriage for the Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport project, offering a preview of the future metro system. The mockup highlights the spacious, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged 900 million euros, accessibility, automated trains, Bradfield City Center, Cumberland Plain, digital services, driverless metro trains, economic growth, flexible seating, full-scale mockup, Greater Western Sydney, handrails, Léon Soulier, multifunctional areas, Parklife Metro, partnership, Public Private Partnership, public transport, Railigent X, Siemens Mobility, sustainability, Sydney Metro, train carriage, turnkey project, unique upholstery design, Western Sydney Airport Project, Western Sydney International Airport, wheelchair
(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved an updated Access to Information Policy, which will take effect on January 1, 2025. This revised framework aims to improve transparency, accessibility, and accountability in the Bank’s information-sharing … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged accessibility, accountability, EBRD, finacial, Information Policy, investment, transparency
(IN BRIEF) Lloyds Banking Group has become the first FTSE 100 company to implement Signly on its job search pages, a service providing British Sign Language (BSL) translations to enhance accessibility for d/Deaf users. This initiative reaffirms Lloyds’ commitment to … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged accessibility, British Sign Language, diversity, equity, Inclusion, Job Search Pages, Lloyds Banking Group, partnership, Signly, Tim Scannell
(IN BRIEF) ZEISS has launched the VersaXRM 730, a new 3D X-ray microscope that offers enhanced resolution, faster imaging, and improved user accessibility. The system features the award-winning ZEN navx control system, which simplifies operation for users of all skill … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Electronics & Machinery, Financial, Germany, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Technology
Tagged 3D X-Ray Microscope, accessibility, VersaXRM 730, ZEISS
(IN BRIEF) DLG (German Agricultural Society) has implemented Deutsche Telekom’s “transcribbyAI” to provide real-time transcription and translation in over 100 languages at its international trade fairs. This AI-driven tool enhances accessibility, particularly for participants with hearing impairments, and reduces costs … Read the full press release
Posted in Agriculture, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, International Trade, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Telecom
Tagged accessibility, AI-powered, Deutsche Landwirtschafts-Gesellschaft, Deutsche Telekom, German Agricultural Society (DLG), Marcus Vagt, trade fair, transcribbyAI, Transcription Tool, translation
(IN BRIEF) The AI Governance Alliance (AIGA) has published three significant reports addressing advanced artificial intelligence (AI) topics, including generative AI governance, responsible AI development, and deployment frameworks. AIGA, a collaborative initiative involving governments, businesses, and experts, seeks to ensure … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold Standard for corporate social responsibility (CSR) for the third consecutive year. This recognition places RCG in the top 1% of companies in the rail freight transport … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) In a transformative partnership, global technology leader Atos has joined forces with Special Olympics, a renowned nonprofit organization promoting inclusion through sports for individuals with intellectual disabilities. As part of this collaboration, Atos will provide essential digital services … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, France, Infrastructure & Utilities, Internet & Online, Sports, Technology, Telecom
Tagged accessibility, Atos, Digital Inclusion, Games System, Inc., Inclusion, inclusive digital world, IT security services, Javier Escudero, Major Games Malcolm Andrews, Mary Davis, Nacho Moros, Novie Craven, Olympic Movement, Paralympic Movement, software maintenance, Special Olympics, Special Olympics Games, Special Olympics Unified Cup 2026, Special Olympics USA Games 2026, Special Olympics USA Test Games 2025, Special Olympics World Summer Games 2027, Special Olympics World Test Games 2026, Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025, Special Olympics World Winter Test Games 2024, sports events, Tim Shriver
(PRESS RELEASE) VIENNA, 28-Feb-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — UniCredit Bank Austria AG, an Austrian bank majority owned by UniCredit Group, has announced that the Financial Inclusion Award 2022 has been given to Graz-based social enterprise capito, market leader in the field … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Awards, Banks, Management, News, Society, Technology
Tagged accessibility, capito, capito App, Conference, Easy Language, Essl Foundation, Financial Inclusion Award, Inclusion, Martin Essl, Paul Anton Mayer, Robert Zadrazil, UniCredit Bank Austria, UniCredit Bank Austria AG, Zero Project, Zero Project Conference 2022
ENSCHEDE, 02-Apr-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Creative Technology student Anand Chowdhary has been listed in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia in the Social Entrepreneurs category. The list features ‘300 young innovators and disruptors across 10 categories’. Earlier this year, Anand had … Read the full press release
EuropaWire (EW) is the first truly pan-European and leading press release distribution and newswire service for Europe and the European Union working towards consolidating Europe’s voice on the global newswire and media scene. The newswire service comes with advanced submission forms, flexible pricing and PR budgeting, granular targeting, nearly uncapped reach across countries, markets, verticals, industries, audiences, languages, etc., translation and localisation for greater local PR impact, in-depth distribution reporting, metrics and insights including measured PR reach, reads, engagements, impact, etc., no cap on words, images and multimedia to go along with your release, among others. Your press releases will be seen among the releases of Europe’s biggest and most prominent companies, brands and institutions.
HOW TO GET STARTED?