6 Years of AI Innovation: How Wordly Is Redefining Live Translation

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May 2, 2025

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A six-year journey transforming global communication through real-time AI translation

Wordly 6-year anniversary celebrating AI translation innovation.

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In April 2019, Wordly launched with a bold vision: to make real-time translation more accessible, affordable, and inclusive through the power of AI.

Six years later, we’re celebrating a major milestone — over 3,000 global customers, 4 million users, and live translation delivered in 60+ languages across thousands of in-person meetings, virtual events, and webinars. What once required weeks of planning, expensive interpreter coordination, and specialized hardware can now be done in under five minutes with just a Wi-Fi connection and a simple link.

This is more than an anniversary — it’s a transformation story. Let’s take a look at how far the industry has come, and how Wordly has helped lead the charge.

AI Translation Pioneer Wordly Celebrates 6-Year Anniversary Press Release

How AI is Revolutionizing Live Translation: 2019 vs. 2025 Comparison

In 2019, AI translation was viewed as experimental — something reserved for future-forward innovators willing to take a risk. Interpreters were still considered the only viable option for high-stakes, real-time multilingual communication.

Today, that perception has flipped. Wordly is now relied on by thousands of organizations around the world to meet rising expectations for accessibility, inclusivity, and engagement without compromising on speed or quality.

A Closer Look at the Evolution of Live Translation

Category

2019 - Before Wordly

2025 - With Wordly

Perception

Interpreters are seen as the gold standard; AI is seen as unproven.

AI translation is a trusted, mainstream solution.

Customers

Limited to large, high-budget conferences.

Used by thousands of organizations across all sectors.

Languages

Typically only one language per session due to cost.

60+ languages available on demand for one price.

Setup

Required booths, headsets, and logistics planning.

Setup takes less than five minutes with no special equipment.

Cost

High interpreter fees per language, plus equipment rental.

Affordable, no per-language fees, and no extra hardware.

Quality

Interpreter quality varied; AI was prone to delays

Consistent, real-time translation powered by advanced AI.

Customization

Limited personalization; interpreters memorized terms.

Custom on-demand glossaries to ensure accurate, brand-safe output.

Accessibility

Audio-only, with captions requiring extra resources.

Audio and real-time captions included at no extra cost.

Transcripts

Required additional tools / vendors and manual work.

Transcripts included and available in multiple languages.

Making Language Access Scalable with AI Translation for Meetings and Events

Six years ago, multilingual communication was often limited to companies with large budgets and access to human interpreters. Today, Wordly has changed that — making language access available to everyone, without the need for interpreters, sound booths, or complicated logistics.

Whether it’s a virtual training session, a hybrid town hall, or an in-person global summit, Wordly ensures that every voice is heard and every attendee is understood in their preferred language. Our platform is cloud-based and works across formats — in-person, virtual, and hybrid — making it easy for any organization to provide access to real-time translation.

Wordly is now used by government agencies, corporations, nonprofits, religious organizations, and educational institutions. This widespread adoption marks a shift in how organizations think about communication, from something that was exclusive and resource-intensive to something that’s inclusive, instant, and accessible.

Wordly’s AI Translation Platform: Key Innovations Over 6 Years

Wordly’s journey has been one of continuous improvement, driven by real-world needs and relentless innovation. Every feature we’ve launched is designed to reduce friction, improve accessibility, and deliver better experiences for both organizers and attendees.

Some of our most impactful innovations include:
  • Live, two-way translation across 3,000+ language pairs
  • Natural AI voices that sound like real people
  • Customizable glossaries for domain-specific accuracy and brand consistency
  • One-click attendee access via QR code or browser link
  • Seamless integrations with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other major platforms
  • Auto-generated subtitle files for on-demand content
  • Customizable text displays, font sizes, and color themes for accessibility

These aren’t add-ons — they’re core features that turn multilingual communication from a challenge into a strategic advantage.

Why Language Inclusion and Real-Time Translation Are Essential in 2025

We live in a world where multilingual communication is no longer optional. It’s essential.

Nearly 68 million people in the U.S. speak a language other than English at home, and millions more around the world live in regions where they don't speak the local language. Organizations everywhere are navigating more global, more diverse, and more distributed teams than ever before. But at the same time, many are facing budget cuts and resource constraints.

Wordly meets this moment with a translation software that is fast, scalable, and designed for real-world accessibility. It helps organizations serve global employees, reach underserved communities, and communicate across language divides — clearly, consistently, and affordably.

Schedule a personalized demo with Wordly to transform your multilingual communication needs.

The Future of AI Translation: What’s Next for Wordly

AI translation isn’t the future. It’s the foundation. And we’re just getting started.

Since 2019, Wordly has helped define what modern translation can look like: easy to deploy, scalable at any event, and built to support true inclusion. But the next chapter is even more ambitious. Here’s a preview of what’s ahead:

  • Smarter customization powered by AI
  • Expanded language coverage
  • Faster setup and deeper integrations with more platforms
  • Greater global reach to help more communities connect and collaborate
  • And much more!

To everyone who’s been part of the journey — thank you. Here’s to the next six years of breaking barriers, building bridges, and redefining what’s possible with language.

Ready to experience the future of live translation?

Explore how Wordly can make your next meeting or event more inclusive, accessible, and impactful. Schedule a personalized demo.

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