

2025 Localization Industry M&A Landscape: Key Trends and Projections
Yesterday I commented on a LinkedIn Post by Konstantin Dranch who was a guest on the Localization Fireside Chat: by saying the following: Why are localization companies scrambling for an exit or so it seems? Because AI kicked down the door, investors smelled the fire sale, and now it’s a race between cashing out, getting… Continue Reading →
Feb 19, 20253 min read


Work Smarter, Not Harder: AI & CAT Tools for Translators!
Introduction The translation industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and AI-powered CAT tools are at the forefront of this transformation. In this episode of the Localization Fireside Chat, I had the pleasure of speaking with Philippe Mercier, CEO of WordScope, about how AI and automation are helping translators boost productivity, maintain high-quality standards, and… Continue Reading →
Feb 2, 20253 min read


Work Smarter, Not Harder: AI & CAT Tools for Translators!
Introduction The translation industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and AI-powered CAT tools are at the forefront of this transformation. In this episode of the Localization Fireside Chat, I had the pleasure of speaking with Philippe Mercier, CEO of WordScope, about how AI and automation are helping translators boost productivity, maintain high-quality standards, and… Continue Reading →
Feb 2, 20253 min read


Skip the Pitch Deck: Ride the AI Wave and Monetize Your Business Idea Fast
Introduction In this episode of the Localization Fireside Chat, Robin Ayoub sits down with David Hirschfeld, a seasoned software development veteran and CEO of TEKYZ. With over 35 years in the tech industry, David shares his expertise on startups, AI-driven workflow transformation, and his unique Launch 1st Method. The conversation dives into actionable strategies for… Continue Reading →
Jan 26, 20253 min read


Skip the Pitch Deck: Ride the AI Wave and Monetize Your Business Idea Fast
Introduction In this episode of the Localization Fireside Chat, Robin Ayoub sits down with David Hirschfeld, a seasoned software development veteran and CEO of TEKYZ. With over 35 years in the tech industry, David shares his expertise on startups, AI-driven workflow transformation, and his unique Launch 1st Method. The conversation dives into actionable strategies for… Continue Reading →
Jan 26, 20253 min read


Client Perspectives on Localization: Insights from Bold.com and Nielsen
Here is a summary discussion from our LFC episode 95 recording Localization is a rapidly evolving field, and understanding the client’s perspective is essential for its future. In this compelling interview, Robin Ayoub hosts Cintia Kanowitz, Globalization Manager at Bold.com, and Bruno Herrmann, a seasoned globalization expert and former client-side leader at Nielsen. Together, they… Continue Reading →
Jan 21, 20253 min read
