The Nimdzi 100 is more than just a ranking; it's a vital pulse check for the language industry. In this episode, we sit down with Marjolein Groot, the project lead for the 2026 report, to discuss what’s new this year.

We explore why comprehensive data is critical for attracting investment, understanding market trends, and breaking down information silos. Whether you're a boutique agency or a global enterprise, discover why participating in this year's survey is essential for the entire ecosystem.

Is AI dubbing ready for prime time without human guidance? In this episode, Taras Malkovych, founder of Tapas Localization, joins us to discuss the realities of integrating AI into complex audiovisual workflows. He argues that while AI has made massive strides, it remains a tool that needs to be "led by the hand," specifically to capture the nuances of human emotion, pauses, and natural imperfections that machines often miss.

This conversation moves beyond the hype to practical production strategies, examining the shift from subtitling to game localization and ethical AI dubbing. Taras warns against the industry settling for lowered quality thresholds and explains why his team focuses on workflows where linguists act as decision-makers who sculpt raw data.

2025 was the year the industry realized the potential of "Agentic AI." In this episode, Lorcan Malone, CEO of XTM International, joins us to discuss the shift toward agentic workflows where software becomes conversational and autonomous.

We explore why the industry must "think ambitiously" about AI, moving from simple translation to complex governance, and how enterprises will soon integrate localization directly into tools like Slack or Teams, keeping the human in control.