Hand Talk and Sorenson: United to break even more accessibility barriers around the world

This article was translated by artificial intelligence and reviewed by humans.

We are global! We are proud to announce the acquisition of our company by Sorenson, a global leader in communication solutions for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.

These two leaders in digital accessibility are joining forces to further amplify the social impact and the quality of our solutions.

Read on to learn more about this decision and how it aligns with our journey ✨

A complete journey of accessibility 

Soon, the Hand Talk App had a sibling: the Hand Talk Plugin. Yes, Hugo and Maya cloned themselves and expanded to computer screens, offering automatic translation for Libras and ASL on foreign websites.

Our plugin can be installed on various types of web pages, and in 2024 it started offering not only translations for Sign Languages but also a host of assistive features to improve the experience and navigation for millions of people!

The tool, now even more robust, is extending our accessibility journey to include not only the deaf and hard of hearing, but also people with other disabilities, such as low vision, autism, dyslexia, and other needs.

 

Our brand and solutions had already established a strong presence, with clients like Unimed, Bayer, Itaú, Boticário, Sicredi, and Sodexo. But even the best can always improve!

Acquisition by Sorenson: Connecting people and technology, aligned with social impact

The year was 2024. After decades of intense development, it was time to seize another new opportunity for growth.

Additionally, it is the primary provider of Video Relay Services (VRS) and the largest private employer of sign language interpreters—after all, to develop automated sign language translation, it’s essential to complement the role of interpreters in serving the deaf community.

“We are committed to the essential role of human interpretation and will continue to invest in our interpreters,” says Paget L. Alves, CEO of Sorenson.

Now, we will contribute our expertise to further enhance Sorenson’s services, while continuing our own growth.

“We are proud to say that today we are the most innovative digital accessibility ecosystem on the market, combining Artificial Intelligence with human experiences to create solutions that promote an inclusive digital journey for companies and users. With this acquisition, our mission to break accessibility barriers now has a global dimension. We’re excited about what’s ahead and committed to bringing even more innovation to our solutions, reaching more and more people,” says Ronaldo Tenório. “Together with Sorenson, we have the structure, expertise, and support needed to make a rapid impact around the world.”

Oh! And in case you’re wondering, our company will not change its solutions or its name—in fact, we will only be stronger than ever.

Hand Talk and Sorenson: Together for a more connected, inclusive, and accessible future for everyone, worldwide.