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Welcome to the September edition of our Globally Speaking newsletter! We're excited to kick things off by sharing your top 10 favorite episodes of the Globally Speaking podcast from the past 14 months, where our industry experts have delved into the fascinating intersections of language, culture, and technology. Can you guess which episodes topped the list? But that's not all – our executive team is thrilled to welcome Mark Lawyer as the new President of Regulated Industries & Linguistic AI. Yesterday, he and Vasagi Kothandapani hosted a keynote on Trust and Innovation in AI Adoption at SlatorCon Silicon Valley - watch our for the wrap up video in next month's edition! And to cap it all off, we're celebrating a major milestone: our LinkedIn community has grown to 400,000 strong! Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey. Ready to start September with these exciting updates? Let’s go! Happy reading! 🌍

🎉 Exciting News! We are thrilled to announce that RWS Community has been shortlisted at the Verint Awards 2024 ceremony! This year, we’re delighted to be recognized in not just one but two categories: Supercharged Self-Service and Driving Digital First Engagement. We are up against some incredible brands such as ASDA Mobile, Cancer Research UK, HG Capital, Trainline and many others, making this achievement even more special. Best of luck to all the finalists! This recognition is a testament to our team’s dedication and the innovative solutions we provide to our community. We want to thank everyone who made this possible for their contribution and day-to-day work in the community. Let’s keep pushing for the win and continuous community services excellence!

🚀 Exciting insights from this week’s Amazon Web Services (AWS) GenAI and Data Day in London! Matthew Hardy, SVP Linguistic AI at RWS Group, Steven K F., AI GTM Sales Leader at Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Felix Laumann, PhD, Director of Data Science at Mimecast, took the stage to discuss how to accelerate AI innovation and enhance joint go-to-market efforts. In an engaging fireside chat, they shared valuable insights on leveraging cutting-edge AWS technologies to boost product development, promote co-innovation with strategic partners, and implement scalable solutions. The discussion focused on identifying impactful use cases that improve quality and scalability, while also addressing key challenges and lessons learned in crafting effective go-to-market strategies that drive business impact and unlock new growth opportunities. 📸 If you missed it, check out our photo summary below! A big thank you to AWS for having us! #Innovation #AWS #RWS #AI #GTM #MachineLearning

🤖🧠 How do we harness the power of AI at RWS? Join Jacqueline Yanus, VP of Client Services NASA at RWS, as she shares her insights on why AI is woven into everything we do, think, and say! 🚀 Dive deeper into our latest report, where we explore four key themes that reveal how you can leverage Genuine Intelligence™ – the fusion of artificial and human intelligence: https://hubs.ly/Q02TtYBx0 #Pioneer #ArtificialIntelligence #HumanIntelligence #GenuineIntelligence #GenAI

The DoDIIS Worldwide Conference 2024 is just around the corner - mark your calendars for October 28-30! Join us at booth #1107, where our team of experts will be ready to share insights on how to securely speed up your most sensitive defence, intelligence and law enforcement translations. Don't miss this opportunity to connect and discover innovative solutions that can enhance your operations. We can’t wait to see you there! https://hubs.ly/Q02TsY9z0

Nearly two years have passed since ChatGPT made its debut in November 2022, propelling AI into the mainstream and capturing the attention of virtually everyone in the language industry. At SlatorCon Silicon Valley 2024 last month, Mark Lawyer, President of Regulated Industries & Linguistic AI, and Vasagi Kothandapani, President of Enterprise Services at RWS, shared valuable updates. They explored the implementation of GenAI solutions, the role of synthetic data in AI training, and the synergy between human and artificial intelligence. Missed the event? Watch this recap video by Slator to catch up: https://hubs.ly/Q02TpD5-0 Or read this article: https://hubs.ly/Q02TpCc60

At their best, AI applications are very good at doing things that humans aren’t so great at. Like finding patterns in enormous datasets. Or automating tasks that are prone to human error or forgetfulness. But they also have limitations and vulnerabilities. To realize the value of AI, we need to combine human and artificial intelligence – using the strengths and compensating for the weaknesses of both. What does this collaboration look like in practice in the context of translation? All it takes is smart translation tech, used by smart people: https://hubs.ly/Q02Tgzrt0

As technology continues to shape our world, ensuring equal access for all individuals, regardless of ability, has become paramount. The European Accessibility Act (EAA), set to come into force on 28 June 2025, marks a key moment in the journey towards digital inclusivity. This landmark legislation will significantly impact businesses, particularly those offering digital products and services, by aiming to harmonize accessibility standards across the EU. As the June 2025 deadline approaches, read this blog post by Amanda Alvarado to understand the EAA and how we can seamlessly integrate accessibility into your digital strategy: https://lnkd.in/eR4uR97m Ready to learn more? Join us and Amanda at #LocWorld52 to discover how we can help you navigate the EAA with confidence: https://hubs.ly/Q02T53P00

Join us for a panel discussion exploring the evolving patent landscape 18 months after the launch of the Unitary Patent. Moderated by André Sarmento (Business Development Manager at RWS), the panel will feature expert insights from Elard Schenck, European Patent Attorney at Vossius and Pedro Saturio Carrasco, European Patent Attorney at Elzaburu. Whether you're a patent attorney, IP professional, or business leader, this webinar will provide valuable information to help navigate the changing landscape of European patents and make informed decisions moving forward. Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q02T45Pd0

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