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On the surface, voice cloning looks easy for end users, who can usually try it out with small voice samples and in a matter of minutes. Underneath, the technology involves AI-generated simulations of ...

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Translated, a leading provider of AI-powered language solutions, announced a two-year research initiative led by its research center, Imminent.

AI sign language is no longer confined to niche applications. Instead, it is being deployed across diverse industry verticals to enhance access and accessibility, comply with regulations, and even aid ...

AI voice tools shift AV localization for the masses with perfected synthetic voices, notably increasing the use of AI narration tools.

A Massachusetts bill proposes to ensure LEP access to interpreters and human-reviewed translations despite federal cuts.

Mistral releases Voxtral, a new family of open-source models for AI speech translation and transcription, challenging Whisper, GPT-4o, and ElevenLabs Scribe.

New York State seeks language solutions integrators (LSI) to launch a pilot Spanish interpreter training program for agency staff.

Microsoft launches plan to boost AI data and research for European language models, cites AI imbalance, and issues a call for proposals.

A new ByteDance study provides a roadmap for training small, open models that deliver high-quality multilingual AI translation.

Canada’s Translation Bureau asks language solutions integrators for feedback on a new ‘standing offer’ procurement method for conference interpreting.