Localization Today

Machine translation (MT) is evolving rapidly, with new iterations providing emerging use cases for all manner of companies and individuals. But what combinations of technology are best for whom? From generic MT, to MT plus translation memory, to MT plus machine learning, the gap between automated translation and human quality gets smaller and smaller.

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Viviana Bernabe and Aki Hayashi decode the future of global events, emphasizing the vital role of comprehensive language strategies. Dive into innovations, from AI in live translations to the essence of human interpreting. Discover how to not just host, but truly globalize your event for a worldwide resonance.

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A bug in Instagram’s auto-translate feature is highlighting the problem of bias in multilingual language models (MLMs) and the need for more transparency from companies that employ them.

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In the dynamic terrain of global business, where mergers and acquisitions are frequent, establishing a seamless localization function in a spin-off can be a challenge. This exploration unravels the often-underestimated complexities of anchoring localization during the inception of a new company. Discover how proactive involvement, coupled with relentless cross-functional collaboration, can ensure the success of the localization endeavor amidst the spin-off chaos.

ElevenLabs, a voice cloning and synthesis company, unveiled its AI Dubbing online tool, which can automatically translate spoken audio and video.

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It is crucial to abandon a falsely optimistic narrative often used for marketing purposes. While the linguistic sector might have a bright future, the benefits will not be evenly distributed.

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The digital landscape is constantly changing, but the need for insightful content remains ever-present. As social media platforms have overshadowed the once-thriving world of translation blogs, Renato Beninatto explores the evolution of the blogging realm and spotlights 10 stand-out blogs that continue to offer invaluable insights for language professionals today. Discover the gems that continue to enlighten language professionals in a digital age.

Aimee shares her personal insights, touching stories from various projects, and the ongoing efforts of CLEAR Global to ensure people across the globe, especially those speaking low-resource languages, are informed and heard in vital global conversations.

This episode is not just about translation; it's about the power of language in connecting humanity, providing crucial information during crises, and the significant role of the language industry in these humanitarian efforts.

Welcome to another episode of Localization Today! In this special LocWorld50 edition, Eddie Arrieta from MultiLingual Media sits down with Nataliya Horbachevska, the CEO at Task Force. They delve into a critical discussion surrounding the cautious integration of AI in the language industry.

Nataliya, steering Task Force with offices in Ukraine and Poland, shares her contrarian, yet profoundly insightful views on the adoption of artificial intelligence. She highlights not just the technological and financial aspects, but also the ethical, legal, and environmental implications that companies must consider before fully embracing AI.

Maddie shares her passion for the Hispanic culture and Spanish language, reflecting on her experiences from learning Spanish from scratch. She reveals how the diversity within the language sparked her content creation, focusing on making language learning more accessible and engaging through social media.