How can real-time translation make events more accessible and inclusive? Arkadiy Vershebenyuk, from Palabra AI, joins Lee to discuss how voice-to-voice translation can revolutionise the way we communicate at events, breaking down language barriers for attendees from around the globe.
Arkadiy shares the journey of Palabra AI, a startup that has developed the first real-time voice-to-voice translation technology for live streaming and events. He explains how their goal is to help the 4 billion people who only speak their native language by providing seamless translation capabilities. Palabra’s technology allows speakers to communicate naturally in their own language while attendees receive instant translations, creating a more inclusive environment for global audiences.
In this episode, Lee and Arkadiy explore the challenges of building reliable AI-driven translation systems, the differences between their deep, focused approach and the broader scope of general AI models, and the practical applications for event organisers. They discuss use cases from live conferences to one-on-one video calls and the potential for using AI to minimise human bias during translations.
If you’re interested in how cutting-edge technology can help make your events more accessible, this episode is full of inspiring ideas and practical insights.
Video
We recorded this podcast with video as well! You can watch the conversation with Arkadiy Vershebenyuk on YouTube.
Key Takeaways
Here are some of the key takeaways from our conversation with Arkadiy:
- Breaking down language barriers: Real-time translation can make events accessible to non-English speakers by allowing them to hear the content in their own language.
- AI-driven translation vs. human interpreters: AI can provide 24/7 availability, is less prone to fatigue-related errors, and can be trained to understand specific industry vocabularies, making it an excellent tool for many scenarios.
- Customisable for specific events: Palabra AI’s technology can be integrated into event apps, allowing attendees to select their preferred language for real-time interpretation. This flexibility can be particularly useful for diverse audiences.
- Practical use cases: Beyond conferences, the technology can be used in various settings, such as corporate communication, video calls, and other live interactions where multilingual accessibility is required.
- Focused development approach: Unlike general AI models that aim to be broad, Palabra AI focuses deeply on perfecting one use case—real-time voice translation—ensuring high accuracy and relevance.
