Date: 03/05/2020
Mada FabLab completes the setup in Madalab with first of its kind hands-on inclusive technology and digital fabrication space in the region setup in the MadaLab by Fablab and Ibtechar. Once operational, Mada Fablab will support Innovators, Entrepreneurs and school projects to develop their proof of concept free of cost.
Date: 13/04/2020
MADA and III Taiwan (Institute for Information Industry) signs MOU to partner in the field of ICT Accessibility. The agreement was signed virtually by Mada CEO Ms Maha Al Mansouri and President of III Taiwan Dr.CH Cho to collaborate in Mada Innovation Program and Mada Lab. III Taiwan works with an objective to increase innovative applications of ICT technology and to facilitate the development of the digital economy.
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Date: 03/04/2020
On Friday 3rd April 2020, Seedstars World organized the Seedstars Global Summit 2020, which was a virtual 2 hours long event. During the event, we announced the Mada ICT Accessibility Awards 2019 winners. The competition was between two finalists, and the prize was awarded to both Talov and Lazarillo.
For more information, please visit:
www.mip.qa/competitions/mada-ict-accessibility-award-seedstars/
Date: 01/04/2020
Nafath 13 is available now featuring accessible resources for Online learning during school closures and many more innovative technology solutions in the field of assistive technology and digital accessibility.
Visit mip.qa/nafath/ to read and share.
Date: 16/03/2020
As part of the Mada Innovation program, Reacherz signed sponsorship deals with Mada to be part of the MadaLab showcasing solutions in the field of Assistive Technology and Innovation.
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Date: 16/03/2020
As part of the Mada Innovation program, Tebyan Tech signed sponsorship deals with Mada to be part of the MadaLab showcasing solutions in the field Educational Technology & Accessibility.
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Date: 17/03/2020
Creatrea LLC to sponsor Qatar’s first flight simulation Lab for Autistic kids to be set up on the MadaLab. The partnership will include the development and setup of the technology solutions while involving Qatar airways to provide the look and feel of the aircraft economy class seating arrangement. The project aims to implement the first of its kind a simulation lab based on extended reality (virtual and augmented reality) to simulate in an immersive environment the full flight journey. Such a lab will not only aid to calm the Autistic kids from panic during the flying time but also gives the parents the confidence to tackle aerophobia.
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Date: 15/03/2020
VISYON 360 to build interactive and immersive accessible stadium applications through creative development and cutting-edge programming to provide the latest solutions for Virtual Reality and to build experiences in Augmented Reality to display interactive digital objects and characters as holograms within the real environment. VISYON is an award-winning company empowering innovation through emerging technologies and creative solutions, such as VR, AR, Holograms and AI.
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Date: 01/03/2020
Mada receives worlds first localized fully accessible Egov kiosk. Such an accessible and well-designed kiosk can offer a well-organized and autonomous experience for all users including people with functional limitation. Mada plans to implement such Kiosk throughout all government service sectors in Qatar.
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mip.qa/supported-solutions/
Date: 13/01/2020
The Comptroller Mr Kwang-il Noh assigned by the president of South Korea visited Mada to review the progress of work done under KOTRA & Mada MOU. During the meeting, Mada CEO delegated the presentation with a short tour of the MadaLab. The visit strengthened the ties with KOTRA & MADA while delivering a positive streamline towards the upcoming collaborations with other Korea technology providers.
Date: 12/12/2019
Mada partners with Seedstars to promote the ICT Accessibility Solutions with the ultimate goal of supporting Accessibility startups in Qatar and beyond to benefit and improve the lives of PWD. Seedstars and Mada share a common vision to support innovation by working with the best startups in the field and offering them with suitable funding and subject matter expertise. The prize money is utilized for enhancing the innovative winning solution and a marketable product to effectively impact the targeted users. 2 finalists Talov and Lazarillo have been selected during the MENA summit held in Morocco who will advance to the final summit in Geneva, Switzerland.
Find out more @ mip.qa/competitions/mada-ict-accessibility-award-seedstars/
Date: 09/12/2019
Swedish Braille Manufacturer ‘Index Brailler’ along with Superwire hosted a show N tell for Mada staff on the latest technology innovation in the area of Braille printer, embossers and braille reading technology. The session was conducted by the chief technologist from Index braille Sweden.
Date: 02/12/2019
Guests from Taiwan Institute for Information Industry (III) visited Mada to discuss on Mada – III collaboration. During the visit, both parties discussed collaboration on Innovation in Assistive technology and accessibility.
Date: 01/11/2019
Microsoft signs MOU with Mada at QITCOM 2019 to setup an inclusive classroom in which all students, irrespective of their abilities or skills, are welcomed holistically. It is built on the notion that being in a non-segregated classroom will better prepare special-needs students for later life.
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Date: 01/11/2019
Mada has collaborated with Arab League Educational Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO) to launch the first of its kind awards intended to develop innovative Arabic mobile app solutions for users with disabilities called the Mada-ALECSO Apps Award. This award is part of the ALECSO Apps Award that focuses on developing Arabic mobile app solutions within various sectors.
Find out more about @ mip.qa/competitions/mada-alecso-apps-award/
Date: 31/10/2019
Mada participated as a sponsor in Code Camp during the QITCOM event in collaboration with the Ministry of Transportation and Communication. The purpose of Code Camp is to find solutions through a 48-hour hackathon for real-life use cases by gathering eligible applicants in the field of ICT.
Read more @ mip.qa/competitions/code-camp/
Date: 31/10/2019
As part of Mada efforts to build an Inclusive ICT in Qatar, has signed a strategic partnership with Ooredoo during QITCOM 2019.
Date: 30/10/2019
Mada awarded endorsement certificates to the innovators of DOT MINI, DOT Watch and BONOCLE products during QITCOM as part of the endorsement program.
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Date: 29/10/2019
MadaLab sponsors got the opportunity to showcase their solutions and provide introduction to the visitors during QITCOM 2019. The conference lasted for 4 days with Mada offering showcase podium for all its MadaLab sponsors enabling them to highlight there partnership with Mada and the solution they can offer to the ICT community.
Date: 18/10/2019
Mada signs MOU with KOTRA to provide a platform for various Korean Assistive Technology and accessibility solution providers to access the MadaLab and to take part in the various schemes offered under the Mada Innovation Program. The signing ceremony was attended by HE the Minister of Commerce and Industry Ali bin Ahmed al-Kuwari, and the Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy of the Republic of Korea Sung Yun-mo.
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Date: 10/10/2019
Worlds first accessible Fablab to be set up in Mada by Ibtechar. Both allies signed an agreement to work on the full setup of accessible Fablab funded by Mada on the MadaLab.
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Date: 03/09/2020
KOGI technology from Taiwan has signed the sponsorship with Mada to provide the latest technology solution in the area of the accessible retail and accessible museum. KOGI will continue to strive for technology innovation and breakthrough, with extended localization in MadaLab with efforts to build accessible solutions, to play a key role in the next information revolution with Mada as partners.
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Date: 16/07/2019
Synchronized business solutions and its Korean partner DOT Incorp signs agreement to provide accessibility and technology solutions in various sectors on the MadaLab. The key focus will be on way finding solutions, technology for blind and other digital accessibility solutions.
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Date: 18/03/2019
Mada officially shakes hands with Super Wire Qatar who will be the first sponsor on the MadaLab focusing on the Assistive Technology sector. MadaLAB serves as an Innovation hub for innovators, solution providers, users, and ICT & AT experts. Founded in Qatar, Super Wire currently exclusively represents and distributes innovative solutions from some of the top Assistive Technology manufacturers around the world.
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Date: 12/03/2019
Mada & Fablab collaborated on the world’s first accessible maker space with a variety of technology solutions to support innovators in developing their proof of concept and demo product. Both parties agreed to run combined Fab Academy certified training programs for Innovators and students.
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