Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Wednesday, 29 May 2024

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation

Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Businesses: Discussion (Resumed)

Dr. Sasha Rubel:

I would answer that question on two levels. One is that we are very committed to looking at how AI can increase accessibility, especially for people who differently abled. As an example, our AI-powered Alexa looks particularly at how we can leverage AI to make sure people who are differently abled have access to the information they need in a format they can understand. In parallel to AI services dedicated to ensuring inclusivity, we also have programmes that are dedicated to making sure individuals who are differently abled can enter the workforce and can work in technology. As the Deputy mentioned, we have several programmes that are dedicated specifically to this.