AudioEye Expands European Union Presence with European Accessibility Act
AudioEye (Nasdaq: AEYE), a digital accessibility company, has announced its expansion in the European Union to support growing demand following the enforcement of the European Accessibility Act (EAA). The expansion comes as the EAA introduces new requirements for businesses to ensure digital products and services are accessible to people with disabilities.
The company reports that U.S.-based customers are expanding their use of AudioEye's platform for European compliance, with growing demand across the UK and EU, particularly in sectors like retail, SaaS, transportation, and hospitality. AudioEye's platform detects 500% more issues than other solutions and provides 300-400% more legal protection.
Under the EAA, which took effect on June 28, 2025, non-compliance can result in fines up to €3 million. The act applies to companies operating in the EU with more than 10 employees and €2 million in annual revenue, requiring compliance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA standards.
AudioEye (Nasdaq: AEYE), un'azienda specializzata in accessibilità digitale, ha annunciato la sua espansione nell'Unione Europea per rispondere alla crescente domanda a seguito dell'entrata in vigore della European Accessibility Act (EAA). Questa espansione segue l'introduzione di nuovi requisiti che obbligano le imprese a garantire che prodotti e servizi digitali siano accessibili alle persone con disabilità.
L'azienda riferisce che i clienti statunitensi stanno aumentando l'uso della piattaforma AudioEye per conformarsi alle normative europee, con una domanda in crescita nel Regno Unito e nell'UE, specialmente nei settori retail, SaaS, trasporti e ospitalità. La piattaforma di AudioEye rileva il 500% di problemi in più rispetto ad altre soluzioni e offre una protezione legale dal 300 al 400% superiore.
Secondo l'EAA, entrata in vigore il 28 giugno 2025, la mancata conformità può comportare sanzioni fino a 3 milioni di euro. La normativa si applica alle aziende con più di 10 dipendenti e un fatturato annuo superiore a 2 milioni di euro che operano nell'UE, richiedendo l'adeguamento agli standard WCAG 2.1, livello AA.
AudioEye (Nasdaq: AEYE), una empresa de accesibilidad digital, ha anunciado su expansión en la Unión Europea para atender la creciente demanda tras la entrada en vigor de la Ley Europea de Accesibilidad (EAA). Esta expansión se produce debido a los nuevos requisitos que obligan a las empresas a garantizar que los productos y servicios digitales sean accesibles para personas con discapacidades.
La compañía informa que los clientes con sede en EE.UU. están ampliando el uso de la plataforma de AudioEye para cumplir con las normativas europeas, con una demanda creciente en el Reino Unido y la UE, especialmente en sectores como el comercio minorista, SaaS, transporte y hostelería. La plataforma de AudioEye detecta un 500% más de problemas que otras soluciones y proporciona una protección legal entre un 300 y 400% mayor.
Según la EAA, que entró en vigor el 28 de junio de 2025, el incumplimiento puede acarrear multas de hasta 3 millones de euros. La ley se aplica a empresas que operan en la UE con más de 10 empleados y 2 millones de euros en ingresos anuales, requiriendo el cumplimiento de las pautas WCAG 2.1, nivel AA.
AudioEye (나스닥: AEYE)는 디지털 접근성 회사로서, 유럽 접근성 법(EAA) 시행에 따른 수요 증가를 지원하기 위해 유럽 연합 내 확장을 발표했습니다. 이번 확장은 장애인이 디지털 제품과 서비스를 이용할 수 있도록 보장하는 새로운 요구사항 도입에 따른 것입니다.
회사에 따르면 미국 기반 고객들이 유럽 규정 준수를 위해 AudioEye 플랫폼 사용을 확대하고 있으며, 특히 영국과 EU 내 소매, SaaS, 교통, 환대 분야에서 수요가 증가하고 있습니다. AudioEye 플랫폼은 다른 솔루션보다 500% 더 많은 문제를 감지하며, 법적 보호도 300-400% 더 강화합니다.
2025년 6월 28일부터 발효된 EAA에 따르면, 미준수 시 최대 300만 유로의 벌금이 부과될 수 있습니다. 이 법은 EU 내에서 직원 10명 이상, 연매출 200만 유로 이상인 기업에 적용되며, WCAG 2.1 레벨 AA 표준 준수를 요구합니다.
AudioEye (Nasdaq : AEYE), une entreprise spécialisée dans l'accessibilité numérique, a annoncé son expansion dans l'Union européenne pour répondre à la demande croissante suite à l'application de la loi européenne sur l'accessibilité (EAA). Cette expansion intervient alors que l'EAA introduit de nouvelles exigences obligeant les entreprises à garantir que les produits et services numériques soient accessibles aux personnes en situation de handicap.
L'entreprise rapporte que ses clients basés aux États-Unis étendent l'utilisation de la plateforme AudioEye pour se conformer aux normes européennes, avec une demande croissante au Royaume-Uni et dans l'UE, notamment dans les secteurs du commerce de détail, du SaaS, du transport et de l'hôtellerie. La plateforme AudioEye détecte 500 % plus de problèmes que d'autres solutions et offre une protection juridique 300 à 400 % supérieure.
Selon l'EAA, entrée en vigueur le 28 juin 2025, le non-respect peut entraîner des amendes pouvant atteindre 3 millions d'euros. La loi s'applique aux entreprises opérant dans l'UE comptant plus de 10 employés et réalisant un chiffre d'affaires annuel supérieur à 2 millions d'euros, exigeant la conformité aux normes WCAG 2.1, niveau AA.
AudioEye (Nasdaq: AEYE), ein Unternehmen für digitale Barrierefreiheit, hat seine Expansion in der Europäischen Union angekündigt, um der steigenden Nachfrage nach der Durchsetzung des European Accessibility Act (EAA) gerecht zu werden. Die Erweiterung erfolgt, da das EAA neue Anforderungen für Unternehmen einführt, um sicherzustellen, dass digitale Produkte und Dienstleistungen für Menschen mit Behinderungen zugänglich sind.
Das Unternehmen berichtet, dass US-amerikanische Kunden die Nutzung der AudioEye-Plattform zur Einhaltung der europäischen Vorschriften ausweiten, mit wachsender Nachfrage im Vereinigten Königreich und der EU, insbesondere in Branchen wie Einzelhandel, SaaS, Transport und Gastgewerbe. Die Plattform von AudioEye erkennt 500 % mehr Probleme als andere Lösungen und bietet 300-400 % mehr rechtlichen Schutz.
Gemäß dem EAA, das am 28. Juni 2025 in Kraft tritt, können Nicht-Einhaltungen mit Bußgeldern von bis zu 3 Millionen Euro geahndet werden. Das Gesetz gilt für Unternehmen mit mehr als 10 Mitarbeitern und einem Jahresumsatz von über 2 Millionen Euro, die in der EU tätig sind, und verlangt die Einhaltung der Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA.
- Platform detects 500% more accessibility issues than competitors
- Provides 300-400% more legal protection compared to other solutions
- Growing pipeline of mid-market and enterprise customers across UK and EU
- Expanding U.S. customer base utilizing platform for European compliance
- Companies face potential fines up to €3 million for non-compliance with EAA
- Strict compliance requirements affecting companies with >10 employees and €2M revenue
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AudioEye expands EU presence as European Accessibility Act enforcement begins, positioning for growth in a regulated market with significant penalties.
AudioEye's expansion into the European Union market is strategically timed with the enforcement of the European Accessibility Act (EAA), which introduces mandatory digital accessibility requirements with substantial non-compliance penalties. The regulation affects companies operating in the EU with over 10 employees and
This expansion represents a significant market opportunity for AudioEye. The company is capitalizing on increased regulatory pressure across multiple high-growth sectors including retail, SaaS, transportation, and hospitality – all directly affected by the EAA's compliance requirements. Their comprehensive approach integrates automated issue detection, expert services, and legal support, which they claim provides
The European regulatory landscape for digital accessibility is now aligning with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards, similar to requirements under the Americans with Disabilities Act in the US. This regulatory harmonization creates an advantage for established accessibility providers like AudioEye that can serve multinational clients across jurisdictions. The company is already seeing accelerating growth across the UK and EU markets, with existing US customers expanding their usage to cover European operations.
This expansion reflects the broader trend of digital accessibility shifting from a voluntary initiative to a mandatory compliance requirement with significant financial implications. For AudioEye, the timing of this expansion coincides perfectly with the June 28, 2025 enforcement date, positioning them to capture market share as organizations scramble to achieve compliance to avoid substantial penalties.
Organizations face new digital accessibility requirements and rising penalties for non-compliance
As global accessibility standards evolve, many
"Digital accessibility is becoming increasingly global," said David Moradi, CEO of AudioEye. "The European Accessibility Act represents a landmark step forward, reinforcing that accessibility is no longer optional; it's a business-critical requirement. That's why we're investing heavily in the EU: to help companies avoid costly fines, reduce their legal exposure, and build digital experiences that work for everyone."
Helping Organizations Comply with the EAA
With more than 15 years in the accessibility space, AudioEye offers a comprehensive approach to digital accessibility and brings 300
- Automated Issue Detection: AudioEye's platform detects an average of
500% more issues than other solutions. - Expert Services: Experts audit and write custom code fixes for accessibility barriers that automation alone cannot solve, saving teams time to focus on other high-priority initiatives.
- Legal Support: AudioEye provides custom legal support and guidance with the industry's only real legal guarantee.
"We chose AudioEye because we needed a partner who could help us manage accessibility across regions," said Xavier Gougeon, Head of Design at DataGalaxy. "Their industry leadership, advanced technology, and ability to scale have saved our team countless hours and reduced costs, while making a measurable impact on our compliance efforts."
EAA Compliance: What Businesses Need to Know
- Technical Standards: Organizations must align with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, as referenced in EN 301 549, the European accessibility standard.
- Affected Organizations: The EAA applies to any company operating in the EU with more than 10 employees and
€2 million in annual revenue, including international businesses selling to EU consumers. It covers a wide range of digital touchpoints, including websites and mobile apps. - Potential Fines: As of June 28, 2025, non-compliance can result in fines of up to
€3 million , depending on the Member State, and may also expose brands to additional legal risk.
Supporting Cross-Border Compliance
As digital accessibility becomes a global imperative, businesses need partners who understand regional regulations and can deliver at scale. AudioEye's platform blends AI-driven automation with expert-led testing to help organizations meet complex international standards.
To learn more about AudioEye's accessibility solutions and EAA implications for your business, visit www.audioeye.com/eaa-compliance.
About AudioEye
AudioEye exists to ensure the digital future we build is accessible. The gold standard for digital accessibility, AudioEye's comprehensive solution combines industry-leading AI automation technology with expert fixes informed by the disability community. This powerful combination delivers industry-leading protection, ensuring businesses of all sizes — including over 119,000 customers like Samsung, Calvin Klein, and Samsonite — meet and exceed compliance standards. With 24 US patents, AudioEye's solution includes 24/7 accessibility monitoring, automated WCAG issue testing and fixes, expert testing, developer tools, and legal protection, empowering organizations to confidently create accessible digital experiences for all.
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