Nvidia helps launch AI platform for teaching American Sign Language

Nvidia's AI platform helps AI recognize American Sign Language.

Nvidia has unveiled a new AI platform for teaching people how to use American Sign Language to help bridge communication gaps. The Signs platform is creating a validated dataset for sign language learners and developers of ASL-based AI applications. It so happens that American Sign Language is the third most prevalent language in the United States…Read More

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