Highlights from Tech Talks London

The latest edition of Acolad's Tech Talks, held in London, offered a deep dive into the transformative role of AI in global communication and localization. These Tech Talks, organized across several Acolad locations, are a platform for thought leadership and innovation. Moderated by Arnaud Daix, and featuring Stéphane Cinguino, Acolad's Chief Product, AI & Technology Officer, and Tom Delhez, Director of Global Partnerships at DeepL, the session brought together leading voices from the industry to discuss the intersection of technology and human expertise.

LDuring the session, Stéphane Cinguino and Tom Delhez explored critical topics for the Content and Language Services industry, including:

• The growing role of AI in shaping strategic conversations for global enterprises
• Real-world applications of AI through Acolad's partnership with DeepL
• Striking the perfect balance between automation and human expertise.

Emerging trends and what's next for AI-driven solutions

This edition of the Tech Talks was also an opportunity to highlight the growing synergy between Acolad and DeepL and to build on the existing partnership between both companies. By combining Acolad's industry-leading localization expertise with DeepL's advanced AI-driven translation capabilities, the collaboration demonstrates how technology and human insight can together deliver unparalleled results for global businesses.

AI as a catalyst for international expansion

Gráinne Maycock, Acolad's Chief Revenue Officer, opened and closed the session with a strong message about the transformative potential of AI for companies aiming to scale internationally. Her advice was clear and forward-looking: embrace AI now to unlock growth opportunities and gain a competitive edge in an ever-evolving marketplace.

During the session, attendees participated in a poll highlighting perceived challenges in adopting AI for global communication. The results revealed that data privacy is the top concern, receiving nearly twice as many votes as the second most cited challenge: a lack of expertise or training in the use of AI tools.

Amplifying human ingenuity

A key takeaway from the session was the affirmation that AI is not a replacement for human expertise but a powerful tool to enhance it. Businesses that embrace this synergy and seamlessly integrate AI into their strategies will be better equipped to thrive in the global market.

This edition of Acolad Tech Talks was an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation, delivering actionable insights for organizations leading the charge in innovation. The future of global communication is already unfolding-driven by human ingenuity and powered by AI.