SlatorPod #241 memoQ CEO Peter Reynolds on Adaptive Generative Translation and AI
Mar 4, 2025
Peter Reynolds, CEO of memoQ and a seasoned expert in localization, discusses the transformative role of AI in translation technology. He highlights memoQ's innovative Adaptive Generative Translation, aimed at enhancing productivity without sidelining human translators. Peter addresses industry concerns about AI replacing jobs while emphasizing the necessity of skilled linguists. He also elaborates on memoQ's acquisition of Globalese and its importance for secure sectors like banking, and teases upcoming features like a revamped interface for larger text segments.
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Adaptive Generative Translation Impact
- MemoQ AGT uses localized contextual data to train LLMs, simulating custom machine translation without extensive training.
- A Canadian customer saved a million dollars and achieved 55% productivity with this adaptive generative translation.
Expertise Amplifies AI Benefits
- High-quality linguists are essential to maximizing AI translation tools' effectiveness.
- Inexperienced users may face challenges, similar to developers using AI tools without expertise.
AI Realism Among Industry Professionals
- Most customers are knowledgeable about AI and don’t expect it to replace human translators.
- The translation industry faced budget misallocations in 2024, but recovery is underway with increased demand in 2025.