Zero Project Awardee 2026Updated on 20 January 2026
AI-driven photorealistic sign language translation for public communication
Essl Foundation - Zero Project
Austria
About
Signapse is a for-profit, UK-based start-up technology company developing AI solutions for automated, photorealistic sign language translation. It integrates digital signers, based on real Deaf people, who receive royalties. Its software enables on-demand translation of written content into sign language videos for British and American Sign Language, now deployed in public service, media, and travel services. By mid-2025, 2,500 UK train stations and major US airports used it, providing immediate access to travel updates for Deaf users.
Solution: Signapse AI Sign Language
Organization: Signapse
Country of Implementation: United Kingdom
Connect with this organization at #ZeroCon26: Signapse | Zero Project Conference 2026
[Alt text: A train station departure board displays travel updates with a sign language interpreter shown on screen. This thoughtful inclusion of accessibility features ensures equal access to information for Deaf travelers, representing progress toward inclusive public spaces.]
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