The world is overflowing with content, and much of it needs translation. The global machine translation market reflects this trend, growing rapidly and projected to reach around $4.8 billion by 2032. Localization managers always struggle to balance translation speed, quality, and cost. That’s why picking the right MT software is important for creating efficient and affordable translation workflows. This guide compares the 5 MT engines, focusing on quality, speed, and customization, to help localization managers make informed decisions. - Machine translation software is a computer program that automatically translates text or speech, primarily using Neural Machine Translation (NMT) for more natural results. - Top MT Engines: DeepL Translator, Google Translate, Microsoft Translator, Amazon Translate, ModernMT. - Choosing the Right Tool: Consider language support, cost-effectiveness, customization needs, and integration capabilities with existing systems like a Translation Management System (TMS). - Centralize MT Management: Crowdin acts as a centralized platform that allows localization teams to connect, manage, and use various MT engines from a single interface.

If AI can translate entire websites in seconds, where does that leave human translators? According to Marco Trombetti, Co-founder and CEO of Translated, we're just getting started. In this episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, hosted by Stefan Huyghe and powered by Crowdin, Marco breaks down why the future of translation isn't a battle between man and machine, but a collaboration where the best of both worlds shines. From adaptive MT to specialized models like Lara, Marco shares how AI and humans can elevate each other, especially in a multilingual, multicultural world that demands both speed and nuance. Listen to the new episode on: - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - YouTube

In July, we delivered 441 updates and completed 249 tasks. Agentic AI received custom modes, multi-tab support for handling multiple requests simultaneously, a Max Mode toggle for deeper information processing, and a fullscreen tools. Native AI configuration was simplified with clearer prompts and better shortcut management. Pre-translate now lets you choose any project language as the source, exceptionally useful when translating to multiple closely related languages and dialects via AI. A new QA check flags outdated translations where source text changed but translations didn’t. The editor now supports selecting multiple files for batch actions. We’ve now got over 700 apps in the Crowdin Store, and a few more updates to go with it.

Welcome to the Crowdin Power Up series. Your guides for this journey are Stefan Huyghe and Dorota Pawlak, an AI for localization consultant. They're here to help translators and PMs use Crowdin's most recent AI features. Get ready for a practical tour of Crowdin's AI. We'll show you how Agentic AI improves your localization workflows. You'll learn how to manage context, control tone, handle text lengths, and set up your own rules. For a deeper dive, you can watch the full video on YouTube, and we've included some key highlights within this article.

When you think about global brands like Nike, it's easy to assume they've mastered the art of localization. After all, they have massive budgets, teams spread across continents, and every technical tool you can imagine. However, as Aaron Presley, Co-founder and Sr. Localization Architect at OnPurpose Studio, reveals in this episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, even the biggest brands get some foundational things wrong about how they localize their content and systems. In this wide-ranging conversation with host Stefan Huyghe, Aaron unpacks what makes or breaks a localization program, why it's rarely about the tools themselves, and why the real challenge lies in bridging the communication gap between developers and localization teams. Listen to the new episode on: - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - YouTube

Expanding your business beyond borders unlocks incredible potential. But how do you effectively communicate with a global audience? The challenge is about translating your entire business to build trust and connection. This guide will teach you what business translation is all about. You'll explore different types of content and discover smart strategies and useful tools. We'll also show you how Crowdin and its expert partners can help you translate your business successfully.