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XL8 Supports AI Interpretation at Gangneung ITS World Congress

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XL8 supplied its real-time AI translation tool, called Eventcat, to the 2026 Gangneung ITS World Congress in South Korea. The company also expanded the tool to tourism sites and a science museum.

What happened

XL8 said it provided Eventcat, a live AI interpreting and translation system, to the 2026 Gangneung Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) World Congress. Participants used their own phones or tablets to read subtitles and hear speech in the language they chose. XL8 also said it will expand Eventcat into local tourism.

Key numbers and facts

  • The congress drew more than 60,000 people from 91 countries.
  • Ministers from 12 countries held a meeting during the event.
  • Participants scanned a QR code for each session to get subtitles and audio.
  • At the 2026 Gangneung Travel Mart, Eventcat supports buyers from 47 companies in 8 countries.
  • At the Daegu National Science Museum, visitors can use the service in 5 or more languages, including English, Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese, without installing an app.

Background

The ITS World Congress is an international event. Governments, scholars and industry experts attend it. Past host cities include Tokyo, New York and Beijing. This year it was held in Gangneung, with the theme 'A World Beyond Movement, United.' Eventcat uses XL8's own AI translation engine. It also has a glossary feature that helps it translate technical words more accurately, such as C-ITS (next-generation intelligent transport systems) and MaaS (integrated mobility services).

Why it matters

The story shows how AI translation can help people who speak different languages take part in big events and visits. XL8's Korea head, Lee Sang-eun, said AI translation is not just a helper tool. He called it a base for running events and for global exchange in local areas. The company plans to bring the tool to local governments' meetings, exhibitions and tourism sites across the country.

What to watch

  • Whether XL8 signs more deals with local governments for meetings and tourism.
  • How well the 'Eventcat Docent' tour guide tool works at museums, art galleries and local festivals.
  • How accurate the translations are for technical terms in real events.

Glossary

XL8
The company that makes Eventcat, the AI translation tool used at this event.
Eventcat
XL8's real-time AI translation and interpreting system for events.
ITS
Intelligent Transport Systems, which use technology such as data and sensors to make travel safer and smoother.
C-ITS
Next-generation intelligent transport systems that let vehicles and roads share information.
MaaS
Mobility as a Service, a way to plan and pay for many kinds of transport in one app.
QR code
A square code that a phone camera can scan to open a web page or service.

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