{
  "id": 1730357,
  "title": "Teen builds AI-powered cane that describes surroundings and can call for help",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/teen-builds-ai-powered-cane-that-describes-surroundings-and-can-call",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-08-18T14:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/meet-ishanvi-sabniveesu-the-florida-10th-grader-whose-ai-powered-cane-can-describe-a-blind-users-surroundings-work-offline-and-make-emergency-calls/articleshow/133323986.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "Ishanvi Sabniveesu is the innovative mind behind CareCane, an AI-powered cane designed specifically for visually impaired individuals. This remarkable device not only helps users navigate obstacles but also enhances their environmental perception. With offline functionality for broader use and emergency assistance features, CareCane has garnered Sabniveesu second place at the prestigious…",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}