Hearing problems are remarkably prevalent worldwide, affecting a substantial portion of the global population. According to the World Health Organization, over 466 million people, or approximately 5% of the world's population, experience a disabling hearing loss. This figure includes individuals of all ages, from children to the elderly. Moreover, as the global population ages, the number of adults with hearing impairments is expected to rise significantly. It is estimated that by 2050, the number of people with hearing impairments could rise to over 900 million.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://www.edgeimpulse.com/blog/a-bright-idea-improves-driver-safety-for-the-hearing-impaired