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Course: Next-Gen Breakthroughs with Auracast Broadcast

This one-hour continuing education course reviews Auracast broadcast technology, part of Bluetooth LE Audio, and how it offers improved sound access for individuals with hearing loss. The course begins with a review of how wireless audio has evolved, then details what sets Auracast apart from earlier Bluetooth systems, including the capacity for a single audio source to transmit simultaneously to…

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Free Webinar: “Auracast™ and Assistive Listening — The Journey So Far and What’s Ahead”

The webinar “Auracast and Assistive Listening: The Journey So Far and What’s Ahead” will examine how emerging Bluetooth-based broadcast audio technology is affecting the future of assistive listening and accessibility. Hosted by the International Alliance for Hearing Accessibility (IAHA), the session brings together experts from technology, advocacy, and audiology to discuss where Auracast fits…

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M-Enabling Summit

The M-Enabling Summit 2025 is set for October 6–8 at the Crystal Gateway Marriott in Arlington, Virginia. Now in its 13th year, the event brings together leaders from tech, government, nonprofits, and advocacy groups to focus on digital accessibility and inclusion. This year’s theme, “Digital Accessibility Innovation — A Deep Dive into Next-Generation User Experiences,” speaks to new approaches to…

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MEDICA 2025 – World Forum for Medicine

MEDICA 2025 is a massive in-person trade show in Düsseldorf, Germany, known as the world’s largest event for medical technology, diagnostics, and healthcare innovation. The fair features 5,000+ exhibitors and tens of thousands of visitors from around the world. Attendees will be able to access an exhibit floor, innovation forums, expert-led talks, product pitches, and award ceremonies that…

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Robotic-Assisted Technology in Cochlear Implant Surgery

An estimated 60 million people worldwide experience severe hearing loss, yet only a small percentage receive cochlear implants. Robotic-assisted systems, including the iotaSOFT® Insertion System, have been tested in over 1,000 cochlear implant surgeries. These systems aim to support consistent and controlled insertion of the electrode array. Clinical teams continue to study their use as part of…

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2025 Canadian Academy of Audiology (CAA) Conference

This four-day in-person conference in Blue Mountain, Ontario, includes a pre-conference day of in-depth workshops such as tinnitus management, digital branding strategies, and hearing loss prevention through music. Delegates will be immersed in learning opportunities, networking receptions, and educational sessions tailored to both clinical and practice development themes. The full conference…

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2025 International Hearing Society Conference & Expo

This in-person convention in Indianapolis brings together hearing healthcare professionals to explore emerging technologies, advance clinical practices, and strengthen leadership strategies. Highlights include Innovation Station demos, interactive sessions such as the Trainee Masterclass, and opportunities to connect with peers and industry leaders through panels and receptions. The expo features…

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69th International Congress of Hearing Aid Acousticians

The world’s largest event for hearing acoustics brings together professionals, researchers, students, and innovators for three days of exhibitions, lectures, and networking in Nuremberg. Attendees can explore the latest hearing technology from over 130 global companies, attend expert-led presentations on science, practice, and industry trends, and connect with peers in the EUHA Live-Area. Special…

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How to successfully advocate for Auracast™ broadcast audio in public locations

Auracast™ broadcast audio can offer clearer, more inclusive sound in shared spaces. This online session will highlight how local advocates can use available tools and resources to support adoption where it’s needed most. Join Avi Negrin, Senior Technical Marketing Manager, to learn how to evaluate and introduce Auracast™ in your community.

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Educational Audiology Association 2025 Summer Conference

The 2025 Educational Audiology Association (EAA) Summer Conference will bring together educational audiologists, clinicians, and researchers for three days of sessions on auditory processing, AI in hearing care, cochlear implants, and classroom hearing technologies. Keynote speaker Matt Hay will share his story of hearing restoration through a brainstem implant. The event includes breakout…