San Jose's Mayor Matt Mahan announced a significant 300% increase in Spanish-speaking participation at city meetings due to AI translation software, Wordly, during a forum in Miami. This tool allowed for simultaneous English and Spanish broadcasts, enhancing accessibility for Spanish speakers who previously faced challenges accessing city meetings. Although viewership numbers surged, critics point out the inconsistency of engagement and error rates in translations, sparking a debate about the true effectiveness and reliability of AI in fostering community participation.
People can now access any public meeting, pick the right channel for their language - and two-way communication - with real-time translation that's incredibly accurate.
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