Nigerian-UK startup launches AI tool translating sign language to speech and text
- Talksign launched its first foundation model, Talksign-1, for sign language understanding.
- The model translates American Sign Language into speech and text in under 100 milliseconds.
- Talksign-1 recognizes 250 ASL signs and works bidirectionally.
The launch of Talksign-1 represents a significant step towards inclusivity and accessibility for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. However, while the technology is promising, it is crucial to ensure that it complements human interpreters rather than replacing them, especially in sensitive contexts. Further development in continuous signing and fingerspelling recognition will be essential for broader application.
