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Nagish Acquires Sign.mt to Drive Research in AI and Sign Language. Read the announcement
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October 22, 2025
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Nagish Acquires Sign.mt: A Leap Forward for AI & Sign Language Research

Nagish has acquired Sign.mt, a pioneering AI company in real-time sign language translation. Together, we’re expanding accessibility and driving AI research in sign language.

Author:
Tomer Aharoni
Nagish Acquires Sign.mt: A Leap Forward for AI & Sign Language Research
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We’re excited to share a new chapter at Nagish: We’ve acquired Sign.mt, a groundbreaking AI company focused on real-time sign language translation.

This milestone expands our commitment to accessibility, using technology to bridge communication gaps and empower millions of people who use sign language around the world.

Why this moment matters

In the U.S. alone, more than 500,000 deaf and hard-of-hearing people use American Sign Language (ASL) as their primary language. Yet there are only about 10,000 certified ASL interpreters nationwide.

That imbalance means far too many conversations at the doctor’s office, at work, in classrooms, or public settings remain out of reach.

At Nagish, we believe AI can help change that. This acquisition brings us closer to a future where technology complements human expertise, creating more opportunities for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals to connect freely.

What Sign.mt brings to the table

Sign.mt has built award-winning technology that uses computer vision, generative AI, and translation research to understand and translate sign language in real time.

Their breakthroughs in language processing and visual recognition open up exciting possibilities for accessibility, possibilities we’re eager to explore and expand within Nagish.

Watch the acquisition announcement in ASL using the Nagish Sign technology.

Leadership driving our vision

We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Amit Moryossef, founder of Sign.mt, to Nagish as our Head of Research.

A leading expert in Sign Language and Natural Language Processing (NLP), Dr. Moryossef has spent years advancing the intersection of language and AI. His work has already helped shape how technology understands and supports sign languages and now, he’ll lead our research efforts to bring those innovations to life at Nagish.

What’s next

With Sign.mt joining the Nagish team, we’ll be focusing on two big goals:

  1. Expanding our research: Understanding and researching the latest applications of AI on language translation.
  2. Community Impact: Our research and sign language translation tools will be developed with and for the deaf community. Nothing about us, without us. 

Looking ahead

Our vision has always been clear: a world where communication is seamless, inclusive, and accessible to everyone.

The addition of Sign.mt helps us take another big step toward that reality, one where AI enhances human connection rather than replaces it.

We’re grateful to our community, our partners, and everyone who believes in our mission. The future of accessible communication is bright and we’re just getting started.

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Nagish Acquires Sign.mt: A Leap Forward for AI & Sign Language Research

Key Findings

  • Workplace Impact: 62% of Deaf and 66% of Hard-of-Hearing individuals report that communication barriers hinder career mobility.
  • Healthcare Challenges: 62% of Deaf and 66% of Hard-of-Hearing individuals experience communication barriers in healthcare settings, contributing to delays in treatment.
  • Concerns About Emergency Communications: 20% of Deaf and 24.3% Hard-of-Hearing users also expressed serious concerns that communication barriers would prohibit them from contacting healthcare personnel in an emergency situation.
  • Independence Boost: Assistive technology nearly doubled rates of independence, with 60% of Deaf users and 63% of Hard-of-Hearing users reporting increased autonomy.
  • Emotional Strain: 55% of Deaf users and 83% of Hard-of-Hearing users reported emotional distress due to communication frustrations.
  • Social and Professional Opportunities: 46% of Deaf and 32.9% of Hard-of-Hearing users saw improved social and career prospects thanks to assistive technologies.

Empowering the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Through Technology: A New Era of Communication and Independence

At Nagish, we’ve seen firsthand just how much communication shapes daily life for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing communities. Our recent survey highlights the significant barriers they face in the workplace, healthcare settings, and in their social lives. But it also sheds light on a powerful solution: assistive technology. The results of this survey reinforce our commitment to empowering these communities and remind us why our mission matters: with access to the right tools, independence grows, opportunities expand, and well-being improves.

We collected data through a comprehensive survey involving over 300 individuals who are Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing and currently use hearing assistive technology. The survey included 179 Deaf and 140 Hard-of-Hearing participants, with data collected in an inclusive and accessible manner to ensure that everyone could participate and share their experiences without barriers.Communication Barriers in the Workplace: Limiting Career Mobility

Communication challenges in the workplace remain one of the most significant hurdles for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals, preventing them from fully realizing their career potential. Assistive technology offers a solution by removing these barriers and expanding access to a broader range of job opportunities and career growth.

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A majority of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing participants reported that communication barriers affected their career decisions, making it harder to pursue job opportunities or advance in their careers.

Deaf Participants

Hard-of-Hearing participants

65% of Deaf users rely on assistance from hearing individuals at least once a week to communicate effectively, which can limit their ability to fully engage in dynamic work environments.

Communication Barriers in Healthcare: A Matter of Public Safety
Communication challenges are not just a workplace issue — they extend into healthcare settings, where they can directly impact individuals’ health outcomes. Accessible communication tools are essential for ensuring that Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals can receive timely and accurate medical care, especially in emergency situations

Many Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing users face communication barriers in healthcare settings, which can lead to missed appointments, misunderstandings about medical treatments, and delayed care.

Deaf users:

62%

Hard of Hearing users:

66%

Some Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing users have concerns about reaching healthcare professionals in emergencies, highlighting serious public safety risks.

Deaf users

Hard-of-Hearing users

Empowering Independence Through Assistive Technology
One of the most encouraging findings from our survey is just how much independence is boosted with assistive technology. This improvement in independence is not just about doing things on their own; it’s about having the confidence and ability to engage fully in both professional and personal settings.

Assistive technology has significantly increased the independence of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing users in managing daily tasks, showing clear improvements after adoption.

Deaf users

Hard-of-Hearing users

Expanding Social and Professional Opportunities
Beyond independence, assistive technology creates connection.By removing communication barriers that keep people from joining in socially or professionallyassistive technology allows users to engage more deeply in social activities and pursue career opportunities that were previously out of reach.

Assistive technology has helped Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing users expand their social networks and professional opportunities, enabling new connections and career growth.

Emotional and Psychological Impact: The Hidden Toll of Communication Barriers
People often overlook the emotional and psychological toll of communication , but they can have a profound impact on the mental well-being of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals. Assistive technology can help alleviate this emotional strain, empowering users to communicate more effectively and reducing the anxiety associated with relying on others for basic communication.

A significant number of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing users experience frustration and anxiety when communicating with family and friends, leading to isolation and stress.

Deaf users

Hard-of-Hearing users

Why This Matters: A Call for Widespread Adoption of Assistive Technologies
The findings from our survey are clear: communication barriers continue to limit the lives of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals in many areas, from the workplace to healthcare to their social lives. What’s also clear to us is that the question isn’t whether assistive technology helps—it’s how quickly we can make this powerful solution universally available.. By making these tools more accessible, we can open up new opportunities for individuals to thrive in their careers, maintain better health, and lead more independent lives.
At Nagish, we are committed to advocating for the integration of assistive technologies in all aspects of life. Whether it’s in healthcare, the workplace, or social settings, these technologies have the potential to create a more inclusive society where Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals can live fully empowered lives. 
Our hope is that these findings inspire not just awareness, but action. We hope this survey creates awareness and action in promoting accessibility and inclusion for these communities. Together, we can create a world where everyone, regardless of their hearing abilities, has equal access to opportunities and services.