Localization Today

Interpreters often experience vicarious trauma of their own when interpreting for individuals who’ve faced extremely harsh circumstances. Learn how Ludmila Golovine and her team at MasterWord became a vicarious trauma-informed organization to support their interpreters. Read the full article: https://multilingual.com/?p=208572

Join us for the "Week in Review" on September 11, 2023. In this edition: - Morocco's bold move to expand English language education. - Reliance & Nvidia's collaboration for AI language innovation in India. - Humza Yousaf's robust legislative plans for Scotland. - King Charles's upcoming diplomatic journey to France. Tap into a world of diverse stories spanning education, tech, governance, and more. Subscribe for weekly updates and delve into the nuanced tapestry of global events and innovations. https://multilingual.com/the-week-in-review-september-11-2023/

Delve into the challenges faced by Germany and its allies in training the Ukrainian military. With a significant shortage of qualified interpreters, the process of equipping Ukrainian soldiers with Western weapons and tactics has hit a snag. Join us as we explore how this interpreter gap emerged as the top challenge and what it means for military cooperation between Ukraine and the West. Full article here: https://multilingual.com/lack-of-interpreters-hampers-western-efforts-to-train-ukrainian-military/

Interpreting is a pretty hard job. Interpreting in the middle of a war zone? Now that‘s even harder. In this piece, MultiLingual editor-in-chief Cameron Rasmusson speaks to the team behind Interpreters Wanted, a film about the plight of the Afghan interpreters who aided US troops. Read the full article: https://multilingual.com/?p=208546

From advancements in text-to-speech technology to significant improvements in machine translation, the field of interpreting could be on the verge of a pretty big revolution. Barry Olsen takes a look at how the field is changing in his latest for MultiLingual.Read the full article: https://multilingual.com/?p=208812

From Meta's breakthrough in seamless multimodal translation to the startling proposal to cut entire world language programs at West Virginia University, this week has been a testament to the dynamic landscape of global languages and technology. Read the full article: https://multilingual.com/the-week-in-review-august-25-2023/

Explore how this innovative game uses unique mechanics and elements from the Mongolian heritage, engaging players in an immersive journey through Mongolian history and mythology. We discuss the role of games as a means to preserve language and culture, as well as the educational opportunities offered by ULUS. Finally, we reflect on the importance of honoring traditions and language in creating a rich and memorable gameplay experience.

Venture into the intricate nexus of AI and its ever-evolving role in the media and entertainment world. With generative AI making waves in content translation, subtitling, and even in challenging our traditional definitions of “content”, this episode aims to unpack the complexities, potentials, and challenges of these cutting-edge technologies in localization. Dive in for insights, debates, and forward-thinking perspectives. Find the full article here: https://multilingual.com/localizing-the-issue-of-generative-ai/

In this episode, journey with us from the distant realms of "Guardians of the Galaxy" to the iconic landscapes of "Star Wars," exploring the hidden linguistics that drive storylines and connect civilizations. Whether it's Groot's unique dialect or C-3PO's masterful translations, discover the unsung heroes of the silver screen and how they shape our favorite tales. Ready to embark on a linguistic adventure? Read the full article at: https://multilingual.com/language-and-translation-in-science-fiction-movies-and-beyond/

We delve into the growth drivers, the shift towards real-time localization, the impact of technology, and the implications of using synthetic voices for dubbing. We also explore the changing role of localization companies, the impact of price pressures, and how subtitling and dubbing are adapting to new opportunities.