SmartNews unveils SoundTag website to help visually impaired users select news by sound

SmartNews will launch SOUNDTAG, a free website designed to help visually impaired users choose news through sound. The trial runs from noon Oct. 15 to noon Oct. 28, 2026, testing an approach to more accessible news selection. The service aims to reduce time spent choosing articles while helping users discover news beyond their existing interests. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. SmartNews Inc. published the original content used to generate this news brief on October 15, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. (C)