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Think AI Should Replace Interpreters? Think Again.

Think AI Should Replace Interpreters? Think Again.

UPDATE: As of June 23, 2025, the bills discussed in this article had stalled in committee, but a new bill is being introduced with new,…

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±¬ÁÏ¹Ï Statement on Artificial Intelligence

±¬ÁÏ¹Ï Statement on Artificial Intelligence

The following statement on artificial intelligence was drafted by ±¬ÁϹÏ’s AI Task Force and approved by ±¬ÁϹÏ’s Board of Directors on May 3, 2025. ±¬ÁϹυ

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Leading Language Organizations Oppose Executive Order 14224, Warn of Potential Consequences

Six major organizations from the language services sector in the United States have issued a joint statement opposing President Trump’s recent Executive Order 14224, which…

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Why You Should Use a Certified Translator or Interpreter

Why You Should Use a Certified Translator or Interpreter

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What is Machine Translation?

Machine Translation

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Demand for French Programs Surges Among Newcomers to Canada

Obtaining permanent residence status in Canada has become a challenge for many newcomers. Now, more are opting for a route…

Ohio Supreme Court Weighs Proposed Changes to Interpreter Services – Could Allow AI

As part of an effort to increase the availability of language services in Ohio courtrooms, the Ohio Supreme Court has…

Trump Envoy Relied on Kremlin Interpreter in Meetings with Putin to End War in Ukraine

Steve Witkoff, President Trump’s special envoy tasked with negotiating an end to the war in Ukraine, broke with long-standing protocol…

Heart Lamp Wins International Booker Prize, with Stories of India’s Muslim Women and Girls

The writer and advocate Banu Mushtaq and translator Deepa Bhasthi have won this year’s International Booker Prize for their book…

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