VITAC: Advanced Captioning Technologies at IBC 2024

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VITAC, a subsidiary of Verbit, is set to present its latest advancements in AI technologies and solutions in live captioning, subtitling, multi-language translation, dubbing, and localization at the upcoming IBC show in Amsterdam.

As North America’s largest provider of captioning products and solutions, VITAC supports major broadcasters, cable networks, and streaming platforms by converting spoken audio and video into accessible text across different regions and languages.

Event Details

The company will demonstrate a comprehensive range of media access products tailored for the media and entertainment industry.

AI-powered Captioning with Captivate

VITAC will showcase Captivate, its new AI-powered solution for high-accuracy captions. Captivate combines advanced technology with extensive industry experience, offering captions at a lower cost compared to traditional human-generated captions. Developed in-house by transcription, speech, and machine learning experts, Captivate is trained with diverse language models to better understand various languages, accents, and speech patterns. The system is continuously improved by VITAC’s language experts to ensure accurate results. Visitors can see live demonstrations and test the product.

Live Machine Translation for Multi-language Content

VITAC addresses the need for multi-language content in the global media and entertainment market, particularly in light of the upcoming European Accessibility Act. The company will demonstrate live captioning in six languages, highlighting its capability to provide these services for live events.

Localization and Audio Description Solutions

VITAC will present its comprehensive suite of services for content creators, including captioning, localization, audio description, and scripting. These solutions help expand audiences and enhance the profitability of content across various platforms, from reality TV to YouTube and gaming.

Captivate and Connect Event

VITAC will also host the “Captivate and Connect Ice Breaker” mixer event on Friday, September 13 at The Playground on the RAI’s Beach. This event aims to bring together senior representatives responsible for localization and accessibility in broadcasting, s

About VITAC

VITAC, formerly known as U.S. Captioning, is the largest provider of closed captioning and accessible media services in North America. Established in 1986, the company offers a wide range of services, including live and prerecorded captioning, audio description, subtitling, dubbing, and transcription for the media and entertainment industry.

News source: VITAC

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