Translation of safety data sheets: all the aspects to consider
If you don’t work in the chemical industry, chances are you’ve never heard of a safety data sheet. However, SDSs are essential for protecting consumers from risks and hazards. In this article we will explore all the peculiarities and challenges of translating safety data sheets. When we talk about chemical compounds, we are not only […]
Technical Translation for European Exports: requirements and regulations
The European single market has facilitated the export of goods and services within the European Union. However, in order to export products to another country, stringent regulations must be respected. In this article we will look at the peculiarities and challenges of technical translation for exports in the European context. The introduction of the European […]
Terminology and technical translation: research and specialist knowledge
You may have heard of technical translation, a field with inherent difficulties that requires in-depth knowledge of the subject matter. But why is the combination of terminology and technical translation so important, and what characteristics should a professional technical translator have? We may not realise it, but we deal with specialised texts more often than […]
Patent translations: characteristics and challenges to consider
Accurate patent translation is essential for ensuring the respect of intellectual property and protecting against competitors and imitations. But what makes patent translations unique, and what aspects must be kept in mind when working on a patent translation? You may have heard of patents. A complex term at first glance, which may bring to mind […]
MT and legal translation: advantages and disadvantages
With the widespread diffusion of machine translation, MT and legal translation have begun to be widely used in recent years, with the goal of decreasing the time and cost required to translate legal documents. But what are the advantages and possible disadvantages of this process? It is certainly no secret that machine translation is now […]
Sworn translation: what it is, who can swear and when it is necessary
You may have heard of sworn translation, which is often used for documents in the legal-financial field. The process involves an additional step on the translator’s part in order to legally certify the accuracy of their translation. But how does this work precisely, and what validity does a sworn translation have? When it comes to […]
Legalised translation: how to translate and legalise a document
In an increasingly international world, a legalised translation of personal documents can be necessary in several cases. But what do we mean when we say legalised translation? What is it really for, and how is a translation actually legalised? When it comes to legalised translation, there is a mistaken tendency to think that this concept […]
Video games and UX design: how to optimise gaming experience
The concept of user experience has become increasingly important in various industries in recent years.Especially in the video game industry. In fact, reconciling video games and UX design is both a necessity and a challenge. Multiple aspects must be considered in order to create a smooth and enjoyable gaming experience. In today’s guide, together we’ll […]
Video games and virtual reality: everything to know
The video game industry has experienced unprecedented expansion in recent years, resulting in a true revolution destined to change the overall gameplay experience forever. The combination of video games and virtual reality in particular is becoming more and more valid in the video game universe. In today’s article we’ll explore all the secrets of this […]
Video game localisation: what is it and what does it consist of?
This is certainly not the first time we’ve discussed video game localisation on our blog. There’s an easy explanation. The gaming industry’s growth has been exponential in recent years. And according to the data it shows no sign of stopping. According to Newzoo, 2.1 billion people play video games. There are 26 million male and […]