In praise of innovators

Jurga Zilinskiene on juding the Shell LiveWIRE Top Ten Innovator awards and why such initiatives need to be recognised for the value they bring to society

How to talk to an Alien

This weekend saw the release of science fiction blockbuster Arrival, which gives translation a rare moment in the spotlight. Ws global tensions mount, the characters have a limited time to decipher an alien language that doesn’t resemble any on Earth.The film, which has been praised by critics, raises and interesting question: how would you talk to an alien?

Why multilingual e-mail marketing matters – and why you should be doing it

The somewhat maligned marketing e-mail is still a powerful tool, especially in the global market.

The Top 5 Tools for Multilingual Typesetting

Looking to get into to typesetting, or have a project that needs to be typeset? Today Translations gives you a rundown of the top 5 tools for typesetting, with a particular interest in their ability to handle multilingual or non-latin text.

From Uptalk to Oompa-Loompa: the most interesting new editions to the Oxford English Dictionary

In order to keep up with the breakneck speed of language development in the internet age, the Oxford English Dictionary (or ‘OED’ for short) adds hundreds of new word each quarter. Today Translations takes a look at some of the more interesting linguistic additions.

How language services are used to combat corruption, money laundering and data theft

Many companies that trade with overseas customers and suppliers, or through agents in foreign markets are awakening to a threat as old as trade itself: the danger of fraud through deliberate misinterpretation of information. There are three principle tiers of multi-lingual due diligence that professionals should consider when handling sensitive documents in a foreign language.

9 Peerless Brazilian Portuguese Phrases for Rio 2016

With the 2016 Rio Olympics just around the corner, careless tourists around the world are dusting off their Spanish phrasebooks and getting ready to ingratiate themsleves with their Brazilian hosts.

Four SEO Factors to Consider Before Translating Your Website

International SEO begins before the first word on your website has even been translated. Here's what to consider before you sign your website off for translations.

Brexit – what’s next for business?

Business Manager Sue Chapman gives her advice for companies to find their feet again following the Brexit vote, and speaks to three business owners about the effects they foresee it having on their industry.

Local Language Translations: India’s Next E-commerce Boom

Leading e-commerce businesses in India are beginning to roll out hyper-localised, local language versions of their websites as they look to attract new client bases that could reach into the hundreds of millions.