The international conference Accessible Future, organised by the Croatian Regulatory Authority for Network Industries (HAKOM) and Poslovni dnevnik, was held in Zagreb for the fourth consecutive year.

Bringing together a large number of experts, representatives from ministries, public institutions, academia, civil society, and employers, this conference has in recent years become one of the most significant forums for recognising the real needs of persons with disabilities, finding constructive solutions for eliminating barriers, and offering opportunities to young people—particularly students with disabilities—to enter the labour market and apply the skills they are acquiring through education.

Accessible AI Assistants and International Expertise in Digital Inclusion

Ana Radović from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing at the University of Zagreb (FER) explained how artificial intelligence (AI) is now applied across all domains and has significantly contributed to improved accessibility, supporting the development of numerous automated solutions in recent years. In this context, she presented Play2Green’s serious game Green Siesta and the role of an AI assistant in the game for better inclusion and user experience of the players with various needs.