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The alien board game people are spending months translating

City of Six Moons invites players to decode rules written in an alien language, making interpretation a key aspect of gameplay.
#ai-technology

AI-narrated books are here. Are humans out of a job? This startup has a solution

AI technology is increasingly used for narrating audiobooks and news articles.
Yembo's approach involves paying a human actor royalties for AI-cloned translations in audiobooks.

Timekettle W4 Pro AI Interpreter Earbuds Hands-On: A Comprehensive First Look at IFA 2024 - Yanko Design

W4 Pro AI Interpreter Earbuds enhance cross-language communication with advanced translation technology and AI, serving as a personal assistant for immersive interactions.

YouTube's AI-powered dubbing is now available to many more creators

YouTube has expanded AI auto-dubbing to hundreds of thousands of channels focused on knowledge and information.

AI-narrated books are here. Are humans out of a job? This startup has a solution

AI technology is increasingly used for narrating audiobooks and news articles.
Yembo's approach involves paying a human actor royalties for AI-cloned translations in audiobooks.

Timekettle W4 Pro AI Interpreter Earbuds Hands-On: A Comprehensive First Look at IFA 2024 - Yanko Design

W4 Pro AI Interpreter Earbuds enhance cross-language communication with advanced translation technology and AI, serving as a personal assistant for immersive interactions.

YouTube's AI-powered dubbing is now available to many more creators

YouTube has expanded AI auto-dubbing to hundreds of thousands of channels focused on knowledge and information.
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#literature

Here's the longlist for the NBCC's 2023 Barrios Book in Translation Prize.

The National Book Critics Circle announced the longlist for the Barrios Book in Translation Prize.
The prize celebrates literature in translation and recognizes the work of translators in expanding American literary culture.

What Does a Translator Do?

Fosse's 'Septology' explores the deep connections between people and pets amid contemplations of art and God.

They Translated the Books of Others. Now They're Writing Their Own.

Bruna Dantas Lobato and other translators are not only excelling in translating works but are also transitioning into successful authors, utilizing their multilingual skills for creative storytelling.

The Vegetarian,' a Surreal South Korean Novel (Published 2016)

The Vegetarian challenges conventional literature with its surreal narrative and themes of identity, sex, and violence, gaining international acclaim despite initial criticism.

A Sunny Place for Shady People by Mariana Enriquez review gothic horror with a twist

Mariana Enriquez's collection explores haunting themes by translating European gothic horror conventions into Latin American contexts, enriching reader engagement with the genre.

Joyce Crick obituary

Joyce Crick was a pioneering lecturer and translator who influenced the field of German literature and feminist scholarship throughout her illustrious 95 years.

Here's the longlist for the NBCC's 2023 Barrios Book in Translation Prize.

The National Book Critics Circle announced the longlist for the Barrios Book in Translation Prize.
The prize celebrates literature in translation and recognizes the work of translators in expanding American literary culture.

What Does a Translator Do?

Fosse's 'Septology' explores the deep connections between people and pets amid contemplations of art and God.

They Translated the Books of Others. Now They're Writing Their Own.

Bruna Dantas Lobato and other translators are not only excelling in translating works but are also transitioning into successful authors, utilizing their multilingual skills for creative storytelling.

The Vegetarian,' a Surreal South Korean Novel (Published 2016)

The Vegetarian challenges conventional literature with its surreal narrative and themes of identity, sex, and violence, gaining international acclaim despite initial criticism.

A Sunny Place for Shady People by Mariana Enriquez review gothic horror with a twist

Mariana Enriquez's collection explores haunting themes by translating European gothic horror conventions into Latin American contexts, enriching reader engagement with the genre.

Joyce Crick obituary

Joyce Crick was a pioneering lecturer and translator who influenced the field of German literature and feminist scholarship throughout her illustrious 95 years.
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#python

Build a desktop Translator using Python & Tkinter

Developing a desktop translator app using Tkinter and Google Translate APIs enables seamless translation of text between different languages.

Build a AI-powered desktop Translator with Python & Tkinter

ChatGPT can serve as an effective alternative to traditional translation tools like Google Translate.

Build a desktop Translator using Python & Tkinter

Developing a desktop translator app using Tkinter and Google Translate APIs enables seamless translation of text between different languages.

Build a AI-powered desktop Translator with Python & Tkinter

ChatGPT can serve as an effective alternative to traditional translation tools like Google Translate.
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Norway launches Jon Fosse prize for literary translators

Norway's Fosse prize highlights the importance of literary translators and rewards their contributions to culture and literature.
#haruki-murakami

Surrealism, cafes and lots (and lots) of cats: why Japanese fiction is booming

Japanese fiction is experiencing a significant surge in popularity in the UK, leading translation sales.
Authors like Haruki Murakami and Asako Yuzuki are pivotal in this boom.

Haruki Murakami Has Lost the Sauce

Haruki Murakami exemplifies a contemporary global novel style characterized by simplification and lengthening narratives shaped by globalization.

Surrealism, cafes and lots (and lots) of cats: why Japanese fiction is booming

Japanese fiction is experiencing a significant surge in popularity in the UK, leading translation sales.
Authors like Haruki Murakami and Asako Yuzuki are pivotal in this boom.

Haruki Murakami Has Lost the Sauce

Haruki Murakami exemplifies a contemporary global novel style characterized by simplification and lengthening narratives shaped by globalization.
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Shuntaro Tanikawa dies at 92; moved Japanese poetry beyond haiku

Shuntaro Tanikawa, a pioneering figure in modern Japanese poetry, died at 92, leaving a rich legacy of innovative and vibrant literary works.

Inside France: Rail strikes, Trump's 'convictions' and mosquitoes

Emmanuel Macron's tweet contained an unintentional joke regarding Trump's 'convictions,' emphasizing translation differences between French and English.
#artificial-intelligence

Where does In-context Translation Happen in Large Language Models: Appendix | HackerNoon

Translation task results generalize across multiple language pairs, including English to Spanish.

Dutch publisher to use AI to translate limited number of books' into English

VBK is trialing AI for translating selected commercial fiction titles into English, prioritizing human oversight throughout the process.

Where does In-context Translation Happen in Large Language Models: Appendix | HackerNoon

Translation task results generalize across multiple language pairs, including English to Spanish.

Dutch publisher to use AI to translate limited number of books' into English

VBK is trialing AI for translating selected commercial fiction titles into English, prioritizing human oversight throughout the process.
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#efficiency

I'm a boomer who learned to use AI for work. It's made me more productive, but I worry about younger generations misusing it.

AI has significantly increased translation speed for freelance translator Marco Simões, enhancing creativity and efficiency without replacing the need for human translators.

Where does In-context Translation Happen in Large Language Models: Conclusion | HackerNoon

In-context Causal Decoder models show specific layer attention allocation, enhancing efficiency in translation tasks with potential cost savings of 45%.

I'm a boomer who learned to use AI for work. It's made me more productive, but I worry about younger generations misusing it.

AI has significantly increased translation speed for freelance translator Marco Simões, enhancing creativity and efficiency without replacing the need for human translators.

Where does In-context Translation Happen in Large Language Models: Conclusion | HackerNoon

In-context Causal Decoder models show specific layer attention allocation, enhancing efficiency in translation tasks with potential cost savings of 45%.
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Improving Text Embeddings with Large Language Models: Implementation Details | HackerNoon

Microsoft Corporation aims to enhance natural language processing through advanced models and methodologies.
Key experiments demonstrate significant improvements in language comprehension and generation.
#localization

How to write UX copy for a multilingual audience

Translating word-for-word is inadequate for creating effective UX copy for multilingual audiences.

7 Tips Localization Tips as You Expand Your Business | Entrepreneur

Effective localization is crucial as 80% of consumers prefer brands that offer local language support.
Understanding cultural nuances and addressing localization bottlenecks can greatly enhance customer experience.
Accurate translations tailored to cultural context are essential for effective brand communication.

How to write UX copy for a multilingual audience

Translating word-for-word is inadequate for creating effective UX copy for multilingual audiences.

7 Tips Localization Tips as You Expand Your Business | Entrepreneur

Effective localization is crucial as 80% of consumers prefer brands that offer local language support.
Understanding cultural nuances and addressing localization bottlenecks can greatly enhance customer experience.
Accurate translations tailored to cultural context are essential for effective brand communication.
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#writers

In Our Innovation Era: Seamless Messaging, 77 Language Translations, Tag Search, and More | HackerNoon

HackerNoon's monthly update introduces an extensive translation feature, allowing writers to expand their audience internationally through 77 languages.

Learn How to Translate Your Published Story into 77 Languages | HackerNoon

HackerNoon now translates stories into 77 languages, enhancing audience reach and visibility.

In Our Innovation Era: Seamless Messaging, 77 Language Translations, Tag Search, and More | HackerNoon

HackerNoon's monthly update introduces an extensive translation feature, allowing writers to expand their audience internationally through 77 languages.

Learn How to Translate Your Published Story into 77 Languages | HackerNoon

HackerNoon now translates stories into 77 languages, enhancing audience reach and visibility.
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#ai

Save $165 on This Speech to Text Toolkit

Artificial intelligence tool Jott Pro AI Text & Speech Toolkit on sale for $34.97 till April 21.

Reddit is rolling out AI-powered translations to 35 countries

Reddit's AI feature offers automatic translations of user feeds to bridge language gaps for global communities.

Meta will use AI to create lip-synced translations of creators' Reels

Meta introduces an AI tool for dubbing Reels into multiple languages with lip-sync technology.
The dubbing feature will first be available in English and Spanish for select creators. Additional languages are on the way.

Samsung unveils AI functions for Galaxy S24 smartphones in latest challenge to iPhone

Samsung's latest premium smartphones will have multiple AI functions, including simultaneous translation of foreign language phone calls.
The new phones will have two-way voice translation in real-time of a live phone call conducted in two different languages, which is a first for smartphones.

Apple upgrades watchOS with AI-powered features, including translation | TechCrunch

watchOS 11 incorporates AI features to enhance translation, widget management, and photo curation, improving user experience and functionality.

New Meta Ray-Ban AI features roll out, making the smart glasses even more tempting

Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses now offer enhanced AI features for real-time translation and memory capabilities, simplifying daily tasks for users.

Save $165 on This Speech to Text Toolkit

Artificial intelligence tool Jott Pro AI Text & Speech Toolkit on sale for $34.97 till April 21.

Reddit is rolling out AI-powered translations to 35 countries

Reddit's AI feature offers automatic translations of user feeds to bridge language gaps for global communities.

Meta will use AI to create lip-synced translations of creators' Reels

Meta introduces an AI tool for dubbing Reels into multiple languages with lip-sync technology.
The dubbing feature will first be available in English and Spanish for select creators. Additional languages are on the way.

Samsung unveils AI functions for Galaxy S24 smartphones in latest challenge to iPhone

Samsung's latest premium smartphones will have multiple AI functions, including simultaneous translation of foreign language phone calls.
The new phones will have two-way voice translation in real-time of a live phone call conducted in two different languages, which is a first for smartphones.

Apple upgrades watchOS with AI-powered features, including translation | TechCrunch

watchOS 11 incorporates AI features to enhance translation, widget management, and photo curation, improving user experience and functionality.

New Meta Ray-Ban AI features roll out, making the smart glasses even more tempting

Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses now offer enhanced AI features for real-time translation and memory capabilities, simplifying daily tasks for users.
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Going the Distance: The State of Children's Publishing in Translation

Children's books in translation make up only 3% of U.S. publications, highlighting a significant gap in diversity and representation.
#philosophy

De Gruyter's Works of Philosophy and Their Reception

De Gruyter's project enhances the study of philosophy by integrating translation, commentary, and interdisciplinary analysis.

Karl Marx, Weirder Than Ever

Marx's Capital faced initial indifference upon release, prompting Engels to seek attention for the work, emphasizing its significance for economic evolution.

De Gruyter's Works of Philosophy and Their Reception

De Gruyter's project enhances the study of philosophy by integrating translation, commentary, and interdisciplinary analysis.

Karl Marx, Weirder Than Ever

Marx's Capital faced initial indifference upon release, prompting Engels to seek attention for the work, emphasizing its significance for economic evolution.
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#historical-fiction

Books from Mexico, Netherlands, and Japan bring rewrites of history, teen tales

Reading books from different literary traditions in translation allows for new connections and insights.
Alvaro Enrigue's latest novel, You Dreamed of Empires, is a counterfactual history of Hernan Cortes' arrival in Moctezuma's court, with a focus on political maneuvering and drug use.

New Medieval Books: The Misadventures of Master Mugwort - Medievalists.net

The 'Misadventures of Master Mugwort' is a humorous, eclectic collection of stories exploring human folly through the lens of Warring States era antics.

Books from Mexico, Netherlands, and Japan bring rewrites of history, teen tales

Reading books from different literary traditions in translation allows for new connections and insights.
Alvaro Enrigue's latest novel, You Dreamed of Empires, is a counterfactual history of Hernan Cortes' arrival in Moctezuma's court, with a focus on political maneuvering and drug use.

New Medieval Books: The Misadventures of Master Mugwort - Medievalists.net

The 'Misadventures of Master Mugwort' is a humorous, eclectic collection of stories exploring human folly through the lens of Warring States era antics.
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Five of the best books translated from Polish

Polish literature offers rich narratives that capture humor and humanity, transcending cultural boundaries and enhancing literary appreciation.

What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in August

Tender Is the Flesh breaks conventions by exploring human slaughter in a dystopian narrative, revitalizing literary engagement with bold drama.

Love Them or Hate Them, This Couple Reign in Russian Literature

Pevear and Volokhonsky have transformed the accessibility of Russian literature in the West through their revered translations and collaborations over the years.

New Medieval Books: The Optics of Ibn al-Haytham Books IV-V - Medievalists.net

Ibn al-Haytham's work revolutionized optics, laying groundwork for modern understanding, as evidenced in this translation of his influential texts.

Icelandic Saga Now Available in English for the First Time - Medievalists.net

The Saga of Jón the Player has been translated into English for the first time, providing free access to this medieval chivalric tale.
#social-media

Becoming One with Genius | Sophie Pinkham

Translators are underappreciated despite their hard work and dedication.
Historically, translation was seen as a source of income rather than a vocation.

7 Image-to-Text Tools, AI-powered

AI tools transforming images into text enhance accessibility, SEO, and social media efficiency.

Becoming One with Genius | Sophie Pinkham

Translators are often underappreciated despite their hard work and brilliance.
History shows that translation was once viewed as a quick way to make money rather than a respected profession.

Becoming One with Genius | Sophie Pinkham

Translators are underappreciated despite their hard work and dedication.
Historically, translation was seen as a source of income rather than a vocation.

7 Image-to-Text Tools, AI-powered

AI tools transforming images into text enhance accessibility, SEO, and social media efficiency.

Becoming One with Genius | Sophie Pinkham

Translators are often underappreciated despite their hard work and brilliance.
History shows that translation was once viewed as a quick way to make money rather than a respected profession.
moresocial-media

The Atlantic publica una traduccion al espanol del numero especial "Si Trump gana"

El artículo de portada de Caitlin Dickerson en The Atlantic aborda la migración a través del Tapón del Darién.

Drones warned New York City residents about storm flooding. The Spanish translation was no bueno

City apologized for poorly delivered Spanish flood warning via drones.

How To Build A Multilingual Website With Nuxt.js - Smashing Magazine

Modern tooling abstracts translation complexities for multilingual websites, providing seamless updates for global audience engagement.

100,000 Dublin literary award won by Romanian author Mircea Cartarescu

Romanian author Mircea Cartarescu and translator Sean Cotter won the Dublin literary award for the novel Solenoid, introducing Cartarescu's work to new readers through Cotter's translation.
#international-booker-prize

Germany's Jenny Erpenbeck wins International Booker Prize DW 05/22/2024

Jenny Erpenbeck and Michael Hofmann won the International Booker Prize for fiction for 'Kairos,' shining a light on historical complexities of East Germany beyond the Stasi.

Kairos by Jenny Erpenbeck wins International Booker prize

Jenny Erpenbeck and Michael Hofmann won the 2024 International Booker prize for the novel Kairos, marking notable achievements in German literature and translation.

Germany's Jenny Erpenbeck wins International Booker Prize DW 05/22/2024

Jenny Erpenbeck and Michael Hofmann won the International Booker Prize for fiction for 'Kairos,' shining a light on historical complexities of East Germany beyond the Stasi.

Kairos by Jenny Erpenbeck wins International Booker prize

Jenny Erpenbeck and Michael Hofmann won the 2024 International Booker prize for the novel Kairos, marking notable achievements in German literature and translation.
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Clever 'broken slogan' billboards make an important point about branding

The impact of poor translation on brand slogans can be significant.

In Jennifer Croft's 'The Extinction of Irena Rey,' literature is alive-even dangerous

Jennifer Croft's novel, 'The Extinction of Irena Rey', explores the complexities of translation, art, and nature through the disappearance of the titular character.
#circle-to-search

Circle to Search is great, but I'm not convinced it's the future of Google

Circle to Search is an easy-to-use feature that allows users to perform reverse image searches and translate text.
Google Lens is integrated with Circle to Search, providing faster results.

Google's Circle to Search now does instant language translation

Google has rolled out in-line translation support for Circle to Search
Translation happens in-line, replacing the original text entirely

Circle to Search is great, but I'm not convinced it's the future of Google

Circle to Search is an easy-to-use feature that allows users to perform reverse image searches and translate text.
Google Lens is integrated with Circle to Search, providing faster results.

Google's Circle to Search now does instant language translation

Google has rolled out in-line translation support for Circle to Search
Translation happens in-line, replacing the original text entirely
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#multimodal-ai

The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses' new AI powers are impressive, and worrying

Multimodal AI allows Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses to respond to queries based on what the wearer is looking at.
Real-time information on Meta AI assistant is inaccurate and unreliable.

Meta is adding AI to its Ray-Ban smart glasses next month

Meta bringing AI features to Ray-Ban smart glasses next month.
Glasses can perform translation and identification tasks, but not always accurately.

The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses' new AI powers are impressive, and worrying

Multimodal AI allows Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses to respond to queries based on what the wearer is looking at.
Real-time information on Meta AI assistant is inaccurate and unreliable.

Meta is adding AI to its Ray-Ban smart glasses next month

Meta bringing AI features to Ray-Ban smart glasses next month.
Glasses can perform translation and identification tasks, but not always accurately.
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Who is Shohei Ohtani's new interpreter with Dodgers? They call him 'Will the Thrill'

Dodgers fired interpreter accused of theft
New interpreter appointed for Ohtani

Nicholas Jacobs obituary

Nick Jacobs was a publisher known for introducing German literature to English-speaking readers.
He founded his own publishing company, Libris, where he published numerous works translated from German.

In-Store: Two Lines Press' Calico Series: Through the Night Like a Snake

Attendees encouraged to wear face masks at event
Limited tickets with book or gift card included; extra books for purchase
Event will be broadcast online and include a signing session

Final Fantasy 7 Remake's latest patch changes a version of the game's iconic final line, and fans don't get it

Fans are reacting to the changed final line in FF7 Remake's latest patch from Aerith's dramatic 'I miss it. The steel sky' to 'This sky... I don't like it'.
The tweak to the final line aligns the English version more closely with the Japanese counterpart for a more faithful representation.

Translation In eLearning Content: Bridging Language Barriers In Education

Understanding linguistic nuances is crucial in eLearning translation.
Cultural sensitivity and adaptation are essential for effective translation.

What AI can do for historians

Language models like ChatGPT can be used to transcribe and translate handwritten texts
AI tools can aid in extracting relevant information from digitized archives and libraries
#ukrainian-poets

Five of the best recent books from Ukraine

Reading poets in translation allows us to gain different perspectives and avoid self-absorption.
These translated works offer insights into domestic life, language, economics, culture, and violence in Ukraine.

Five of the best recent books from Ukraine

Reading Ukrainian poets in translation offers a unique perspective on the country's domestic life, language, economics, culture, and violence.
The recently translated works provide resonant snapshots of Ukraine, reflecting the impact of the ongoing war.

Five of the best recent books from Ukraine

Reading poets in translation allows us to gain different perspectives and avoid self-absorption.
These translated works offer insights into domestic life, language, economics, culture, and violence in Ukraine.

Five of the best recent books from Ukraine

Reading Ukrainian poets in translation offers a unique perspective on the country's domestic life, language, economics, culture, and violence.
The recently translated works provide resonant snapshots of Ukraine, reflecting the impact of the ongoing war.
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Cover Reveal: 'A Thousand Thoughts in Flight'

A Thousand Thoughts in Flight is a collection of diary entries by Maria Gabriela Llansol, translated by Audrey Young.
Llansol's diaries span from 1974 to 2007, with three published during her lifetime.
The cover design of the book incorporates the theme of the natural world.
#generative-ai

AI Briefing: Creative ways companies used AI in advertising in 2023

Trivago has released a new ad campaign using AI to translate the voice of an actor into multiple languages.
The use of AI in marketing allows for quicker testing of scripts and tailoring to different audiences in multiple markets.

How podcast networks are testing AI tools for faster translation, ad sales

Podcast networks are testing generative AI tools to translate podcast shows into different languages.
The aim is to increase global outreach and serve up content in-country, in-language around the world.

AI Briefing: Creative ways companies used AI in advertising in 2023

Trivago has released a new ad campaign using AI to translate the voice of an actor into multiple languages.
The use of AI in marketing allows for quicker testing of scripts and tailoring to different audiences in multiple markets.

How podcast networks are testing AI tools for faster translation, ad sales

Podcast networks are testing generative AI tools to translate podcast shows into different languages.
The aim is to increase global outreach and serve up content in-country, in-language around the world.
moregenerative-ai
#chinese-literature

Translated Chinese Literature: Winter Warmers | China Books Review

The number of Chinese literature works translated into English has declined from previous years, with just 54 works published in 2022, compared to 76 in 2021.
There is a gender imbalance in translation, with only 18 works by women compared to 33 works by men being published in English.

Translated Chinese Literature: Winter Warmers | China Books Review

The number of Chinese literature works translated into English has declined from previous years, with just 54 works published in 2022, compared to 76 in 2021.
There is a gender imbalance in translation, with only 18 works by women compared to 33 works by men being published in English.

Translated Chinese Literature: Winter Warmers | China Books Review

The number of Chinese literature works translated into English has declined from previous years, with just 54 works published in 2022, compared to 76 in 2021.
There is a gender imbalance in translation, with only 18 works by women compared to 33 works by men being published in English.

Translated Chinese Literature: Winter Warmers | China Books Review

The number of Chinese literature works translated into English has declined from previous years, with just 54 works published in 2022, compared to 76 in 2021.
There is a gender imbalance in translation, with only 18 works by women compared to 33 works by men being published in English.
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Translated Chinese Literature: Winter Warmers | China Books Review

The number of Chinese literature works translated into English has declined from previous years, with just 54 works published in 2022, compared to 76 in 2021.
There is a gender imbalance in translation, with only 18 works by women compared to 33 works by men being published in English.

AI replaces 'woke' TV translators in Japanese art, sparking online debate

The use of AI in Western television and anime localization is growing, with some companies implementing AI to limit human intervention or remove it entirely.
Fans are divided on the use of AI in localization, with some appreciating the elimination of political biases but others concerned about the loss of authenticity and cultural integrity.

Timekettle's $699 translator device can simultaneously translate between 20 people in 5 separate languages - Yanko Design

Timekettle has solidified its position as a company focused on translation by releasing the X1 Interpreter Hub, a multi-device translation solution
The X1 boasts an advanced simultaneous translation engine and a patented Vector Noise Reduction algorithm for clear and accurate translations

World's first mind-reading AI translates brainwaves into written text

Scientists have developed the world's first mind-reading AI that translates brainwaves into readable text.
The technology uses a sensor-covered helmet to capture brain activity and turn it into words, eliminating the need for invasive procedures or expensive equipment.

In the Footsteps of Du Fu by Michael Wood review the great poet's progress

Chinese classical poetry is not well-known outside of China, due in part to changes in transliteration of poets' names.
Translating Chinese poetry into English is challenging, especially when preserving the concise and impressionistic nature of the original text.
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