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Share Your Ideas at Languages & The Media 2026 – Call for Proposals Open!
Share Your Ideas at Languages & The Media 2026 – Call for Proposals Open!

We are happy to announce Languages & The Media 2026, the 16th International Conference on Language Transfer in Audiovisual Media, is set to take place from 4 – 6 November 2026, in London, UK. Continue Reading

Date posted10/31/2025


Eriksen Translations Receives WBEC Metro NY Supplier of the Year – Class II Award
Eriksen Translations Receives WBEC Metro NY Supplier of the Year – Class II Award

We’re proud to share that Eriksen Translations has been named Supplier of the Year – Class II by WBEC Metro NY, honoring women-owned businesses for their innovation, leadership, and impact. Continue Reading

Date posted10/30/2025


SAMVAD 2025
SAMVAD 2025

SAMVĀD is not just a conference—it’s a global catalyst for innovation and collaboration in the language sector. SAMVĀD 2025 in New Delhi is an unmissable event for anyone looking to leverage South Asia’s vast potential in the language, technology, and localization industries. Continue Reading

Date posted10/29/2025


memoQ Secures SOC 2 Type 1 Compliance
memoQ Secures SOC 2 Type 1 Compliance

This achievement underscores memoQ’s commitment to protecting customer data and meeting the most rigorous enterprise security expectations in industries where trust is non-negotiable. Continue Reading

Date posted10/16/2025


memoQ Named CODiE Awards Finalist
memoQ Named CODiE Awards Finalist

memoQ, a leading provider of translation technology, is proud to announce that globalese by memoQ has been named a Finalist in the 2025 CODiE Awards for the Best Machine Translation category. Continue Reading

Date posted10/14/2025


Vistatec Launches The Global AI Brief for Localization and Global Content Leaders
Vistatec Launches The Global AI Brief for Localization and Global Content Leaders

The Global AI Brief delivers curated AI insights in under three minutes to support enterprise-scale, multilingual communication. Continue Reading

Date posted10/10/2025


The Linguist Magazine's 8th Edition
The Linguist Magazine's 8th Edition

The Linguist Magazine today released its 8th edition, turning the editorial spotlight to Bergamo, a cultural and linguistic crossroads in Lombardy. Published by Day Translations, the issue examines how regional identity, European language policy, and AI-enabled workflows redefine communication. Continue Reading

Date posted10/10/2025


Welocalize’s OPAL Platform Named 2025 CODiE Awards Finalist
Welocalize’s OPAL Platform Named 2025 CODiE Awards Finalist

Welocalize, a global leader in multilingual AI solutions, announces that its OPAL Platform has been named a Finalist in the 2025 CODiE Awards in the Best Machine Translation category. Continue Reading

Date posted10/8/2025


Introducing GALA’s WorldReady Conference
Introducing GALA’s WorldReady Conference

The WorldReady Conference is more than a new name for GALA's annual conference; it is a renewed promise to our community. It signals our readiness to adapt, to lead, and to continue providing the experiences and knowledge that prepare our industry for what lies ahead. Continue Reading

Date posted09/26/2025


Bylaws Amendments Approved by GALA Members
Bylaws Amendments Approved by GALA Members

GALA members recently voted on four proposed amendments to the association’s bylaws. Each measure passed with strong support, receiving less than 10% opposition. A full report of the results is available here. The amendments were designed to streamline operations, strengthen governance, and... Continue Reading

Postedby Allison Ferch
Date posted09/15/2025


Proposed Amendments to GALA's Bylaws
Proposed Amendments to GALA's Bylaws

In September, members will be invited to approve amendments to GALA's bylaws that are being proposed by the board of directors. The key changes include adding an individual category of membership and lengthening the term of board service by one year. Continue Reading

Postedby Allison Ferch
Date posted08/19/2025