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Women in Localization Announces New Chapter in Portugal

Those interested in attending the Chapter’s inaugural event are encouraged to become a member of Women in Localization and join the Portugal Chapter on W.L.’s website.

Event Recap: BLISS International Conference

BLISS held its second International Conference on June 20-22, 2024, in sunny Rio de Janeiro in front of Copacabana beach. The conference theme was “The New Era of the Language Industry: Challenges and Opportunities.”

Group-Q and Wolfson House Writing Announce Partnership

This new strategic partnership with Wolfson House Writing will provide top-notch content marketing services to complement Group-Q’s Sales as a Service model. 

87% of C-Suite Executives Feel Pressured to Implement GenAI Solutions Now, RWS Research Reveals

Despite these pressures, 76% expressed excitement for the potential benefits of GenAI. However, this excitement is tempered by 36% who raised concerns about resources being diverted toward GenAI.

Summa Linguae Technologies Welcomes Asier Pereda as Chief Revenue Officer

Asier Pereda brings a wealth of experience and a dynamic leadership style, making him an invaluable asset to Summa Linguae Technologies set to drive revenue growth and innovation.

CSA Ranks Acolad #1 in Western Europe

The company also secures the #10 spot globally, showcasing its leadership and growth in the content and language services industry.

TOPPAN Digital Language Acquires Austrian LSP MEINRAD

The acquisition marks TOPPAN Digital Language's expansion into the DACH region and enhances its capabilities in regulated and high-risk content.

Live AI Translation Used to Increase Comprehension and Inclusivity for Multilingual Meetings and Events

New research reveals 62% of businesses have used live AI translation to increase inclusivity and engagement — and 96% report AI delivers higher ROI than human solutions.

Translated Announces Imminent’s 2024 Research Report: “Symbiotic Connections”

The report explores the symbiosis between humans and machines, highlighting technological advances driven by large language models and socio-technical system design challenges. 

Real-Time API Series: Speech-Based Multilingual Communication

This API series, now available for trial, empowers businesses to seamlessly integrate multilingual communication into their applications and workflows.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Translation Device for Immigrants (HOF-535)

The patent-pending invention provides an effective way for immigrants to communicate and to understand books, signs, and even items presented on television.

Keywords Studios to Be Acquired by EQT in £2.1 Billion Deal

The decision by Keywords Studios' board to accept the offer stems from a recognition of both immediate and long-term challenges in the video game and entertainment industries.

New Frontiers in Media Localization at Languages & The Media 2024 in Budapest

Registration is now open for the 2024 Languages & The Media conference, scheduled to take place in Budapest, Hungary, from November 13th to 15th.

Introducing ELIA Networking Days 2024 in Berlin

Registration is open for ELIA Networking Days 2024, set to take place on 1-2 October in Berlin. This flagship event continues to be a market-leading platform for learning and knowledge-sharing.

LILT Unveils AI Analytics to Deliver Insights on AI Impact in Enterprise Localization

LILT's new AI Analytics is designed to provide enterprises with detailed insights into the impact of AI on localization, measuring AI investment effectiveness and streamlining business workflows.

Prudle Labs Wins Smart Solutions Award From the Brampton Board of Trade

The award recognizes Prudle Labs' innovative contributions to the industry. Learn more about their advanced language technology solutions.

Intertext Chosen as Official Translation Partner for WPML

WPML, with a robust user base worldwide, enables WordPress website owners to easily create and manage multilingual versions of their sites, thereby increasing their global reach and accessibility.

Bolingo Consult is strengthening African democracies, one translation at a time

Bolingo Consult has translated a comprehensive guide explaining the Ghana Bill of Rights into Twi, one of the most widely spoken languages in the country.

Google Adds More Languages to Machine Translation and Video Conferencing

Google has announced significant language updates to Google Translate and Google Meet, enhancing their accessibility and usability for a broader global audience. These updates reflect Google’s efforts towards inclusivity.

Undercover Program Unveils Language Access Violations in NYC Agencies

Over half of the 148 service centers assessed in 2023 were found to be violating Local Law 30, which mandates that city agencies offer translated documents and interpretation services in the city’s ten most common non-English languages.

EasyTranslate Launches HumanAI, Utilizing the Best of Humans and AI

This AI-powered translation platform combines advanced AI and human expertise for unparalleled quality, speed, and cost-efficiency in global communication.

Commission Awards Large AI Grand Challenge Prizes to European AI Startups

Startups Tilde, Textgain, Lingua Custodia, and Unbabel win the Large AI Grand Challenge, sharing €1 million and access to Europe's top supercomputers to develop innovative AI models.

Bahrain Business Development Officer Visits Flitto to Explore Middle East Investment

Flitto hosted Bahrain's Chief Business Development Officer to discuss Middle Eastern market expansion. The visit included demonstrations of Flitto's Arabic data building process and real-time AI translation solutions.

Creative Words Launches First AI Course Tailored for Linguists

The course offers an exploration of AI technology, its application in language tasks, and effective practices for linguists to leverage AI tools in their work.