Glidance at Sight Tech Global
September 2, 2026
Glidance wins the prestigious Pitchfire Competition during the RoboBusiness conference, solidifying its position as a trailblazer in the field of robotics. RoboBusiness stands as one of the foremost international gatherings for robotics enthusiasts and professionals, providing a platform for the exchange of ideas and the unveiling of cutting-edge innovations. We are grateful to the judges and audience for the recognition of our work to change the lives of millions of people with sight loss through the power of robotics and AI, and appreciate the continued advocacy and support by the team at the Robot Report and our friends at Mass Robotics. This accolade not only recognized our dedication to a positive impact, but also highlights our work to shape the future landscape of robotics through groundbreaking contributions to new embodiments for consumer robots, innovative human robotics interaction modalities, and a novel approach to autonomous navigation in complex unstructured pedestrian environments.
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Amos Miller
Amos Miller is the Founder and CEO of Glidance. Since losing his sight in his 20s due to a genetic eye condition, Amos has understood first-hand the challenges the low-vision community faces. He has committed his career to breaking down barriers for this community. As Chairman of the Board at Guide Dogs for the Blind (UK) and a former product executive at Microsoft Research—where he founded Microsoft’s Soundscape navigation app, which has since helped countless people navigate the world around them—Amos is recognized as a pioneer in the field. His belief in and dedication to Glide is about more than just a tool for getting from point to point. They are about empowering the low-vision community by unlocking a greater sense of freedom, independence, and autonomy in navigating the world.
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