On November 21st, I participated in an event organized by iTrad, Swiss Solutions, and Traduce.re at Commons Unirii in Bucharest. The event brought together translators, linguists, and language enthusiasts to explore how the translation profession is evolving in the age of artificial intelligence.
The discussion focused on "Cum se schimbă meseria traducătorului în epoca inteligenței artificiale?" (How is the translator profession changing in the age of artificial intelligence?), addressing how professionals can remain relevant, creative, and valuable in a world where words are increasingly generated by machines.
AI and the Future of Translation
The event created a space for dialogue between human expertise and algorithmic innovation, bringing together authorized translators, freelancers, interpreters, foreign language teachers, and students from language faculties. The discussion covered several key areas:
- AI Impact in Translations – Exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming the translation industry and what it means for professionals
- Digital Tools – Identifying tools that can assist translators while maintaining quality and creativity
- Ethics and Responsibility – Discussing ethical considerations and professional responsibility in AI-assisted translation
- Adapting to Change – Strategies for navigating a rapidly evolving market and staying competitive
The conversation emphasized the importance of balancing technological innovation with human creativity, ensuring that translators remain valuable contributors in an AI-enhanced workflow.
Event Details
The event took place at Commons Unirii, located at Strada Halelor nr. 5 in Bucharest, providing an intimate setting for meaningful discussions about the intersection of human expertise and artificial intelligence in translation.
This gathering highlighted the ongoing transformation of the translation profession and the need for professionals to embrace AI tools while maintaining their unique value through creativity, cultural understanding, and human judgment.
Event organized by iTrad, Swiss Solutions, and Traduce.re