Keep abreast of how developments in client markets drive demand for language and technology services
LEP consumers are especially vulnerable to predatory practices by debt collectors, says NYC’s Department of Consumer Affairs; recommends requiring language access services. Continue reading
Google touts new data privacy protections for its transcription programs, which were suspended after a reviewer leaked confidential Dutch audio in July 2019. Continue reading
California passes gig worker bill that defines what a contractor is under the law, without exemption for translators and interpreters. Governor likely to sign bill, which takes effect January 1, 2020. Continue reading
Atlanta directs public schools to provide “high-quality” language services to LEP families; says schools must not rely on students or untrained school staff to translate or interpret for parents. Continue reading
Failing to distinguish the language preferences of India’s 637 million Internet users would mean missing the opportunity to offer a tailored experience, KPMG report says. Continue reading
The lines that separate traditional film studios and streaming services are dissolving as everyone now wants to own and distribute content. The winners? Media localizers. Continue reading
UK Defense Ministry issues GBP 45.2m tender for translation and interpreting services at home and overseas military missions. Continue reading
EU Directorate General for Interpreting tests four remote simultaneous interpreting platforms, finds that technology could satisfy a “hidden demand” for interpreting. Continue reading
The apex court is said to be using “translation software” to translate judgments into six Indian languages — a first in India, where the language of the law is still largely English. Continue reading
Changes are underway in the US judiciary and healthcare systems that may begin to impact demand for language services from boutique and large LSPs alike. Continue reading
Canadian Government releases Language Maturity Model to help federal institutions integrate official languages into the organization. Continue reading
UK’s ESPO announces a fresh public sector contract worth up to USD 100m for translation and interpreting services as previous framework contract nears expiry. Continue reading
Key content types, main buyers, and long-term demand drivers in patent and IP translation; and how machine translation and MT post-editing impact production. Continue reading
UK Chief Inspector launches review of Home Office’s use of interpreters in asylum process; calls for feedback from industry on current asylum interpreting. Continue reading
European Commission announces call to tender for the translation of 556,000 pages annually across 49 language pairs. Continue reading
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