Translation and Language Industry Observations
Translation and Language Industry Observations
Southeast Asia, a region that comprises ten countries, is a melting pot of cultures, religions, and, importantly, languages. With a combined population of over 650 million people, the linguistic landscape of this region is as diverse and vibrant as its ecosystems. From the bustling streets of Bangkok to the serene landscapes of Bali, language plays …
by Luke Smith The relatively swift rise of the internet over the last couple of decades has provided easy access to global cultures, connections, and marketplaces. One of the industries that has benefitted is the car import sector. Dealers can provide consumers with a more nuanced choice of vehicles because they have access to international …
Happy New Year! At least it is for the some people. In 2023, the Jewish New Year falls at sundown on Friday September 15 and ends at sundown on Sunday September 17. Why does the holiday start in the evening you may ask? The Jewish calendar is based on the Lunar calendar, as opposed to …
According to the translation industry consulting firm Slator, the translation industry had an estimated market size of USD 26.6bn in 2022. And while the industry is pretty fragmented, with many niche and small players, there are still a large number of LSPs with revenues in the millions, tens of millions and even hundreds of millions …
Everybody loves a long weekend. It gives you time to spend with family and friends. It also gives you a day off from work. But is there any substance to this federal holiday? Or is it just a scam perpetrated by the government? What is the difference between May Day and Labor Day? In Europe, …
Expert German to English Financial Document Translations Translating financial documents from German to English requires precision, understanding of both languages’ financial terminologies, and familiarity with the financial systems of both countries. Here’s an overview of some challenges and considerations: Financial Terminology: Financial terms might not have direct translations. For example, Freistellungsauftrag is a German term …
Machine translation (MT) has made considerable progress in recent years. And it is poised to improve even further in the future, aided by tailwinds from the world of AI technology. But are you better off using machine translation over human translation services? Advantages of MT over Human Translation The obvious reason for your wanting to …
by David Grunwald I am writing this post as I am visiting Las Vegas, AKA sin city, on vacation. This is not my first time in the city and it seems to grow bigger with each visit. According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s website, over 650,000 people live in Las Vegas, making it one of …
by Luke Smith The international language services market was valued at $60.68 billion in 2022 and is predicted to jump all the way to $96.21 billion by 2032. Tech advances and increased interconnectedness across all industries are clearly calling for more professional translators across the board. In response to this demand, translator training programs are …
Organizations and business enterprises operating from multiple locations across the globe often require professional translation services to communicate and interact accurately with international clients, manage large and complex workloads, avoid legal issues, etc. One of the other critical benefits of hiring a translation service company is its precise knowledge of technical terms and offers a …
by Luke Smith In today’s increasingly diverse society, the rich tapestry of languages is undeniably a valuable part of a thriving culture. Nevertheless, this linguistic diversity can also present challenges, particularly in the realm of healthcare. When individuals face language barriers while seeking medical assistance and advice, communication breakdowns can occur, impeding the delivery of …
by David Grunwald I tuned in yesterday to the online TAUS webinar entitled: ChatGPT and the Takeaways for the Translation Industry. Here are my impressions: About the Webinar In this webinar on the ChatGPT and the Takeaways for the Translation Industry, Arul Menezes (Microsoft), Christian Federmann (Microsoft), Wayne Bourland (Dell), Georg Kirchner (Dell), John Tinsley …
This is part 5 of a series of posts, the content of which will be used to train our new Chatbot which is currently in development. These posts contain real questions which were asked by GTS clients in the past year, and responses to these queries. Training a custom chatbot involves a few key steps. …