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Microsoft has spent 2026 adding real interpretation muscle to Teams: automatic language detection, a consecutive mode for negotiations, support for dedicated room hardware. For an organisation working mainly in English and Spanish on a Copilot licence, that might cover most meetings on its own. For most global organisations it does not, and the gap between what Teams now offers natively and what a multilingual workforce actually needs is exactly where an interpretation platform earns its place. 

You’re preparing a regional update or an international team meeting in Google Meet, but not everyone speaks the same language. Sound familiar?

Google Meet introduced AI speech translation in May 2025 during its beta rollout at Google I/O 2025, complementing its existing AI-powered captions. This addition represents both a significant step forward and a direct response to the growing demand for real-time translation in everyday video calls.

But this new feature is still in the initial phase and only covers a pair of languages (English <> Spanish). Therefore, if you’re planning a high-stakes meeting, a multilingual town hall, or a global product launch, this built-in tool alone might not cut it. That’s where professional interpretation services and external language solutions like Interprefy come in — giving you the flexibility, support, and quality you need to connect across languages.

Last updated: November 2025

What happens when not everyone speaks the same language in your Microsoft Teams meeting? That’s where interpretation and live translation solutions like remote simultaneous interpretation, AI-powered speech translation, live AI captions and subtitles come in.

Microsoft Teams has come a long way in supporting multilingual meetings. But for many meeting organisers, those built-in features still don’t go far enough. And when clarity, speed, and accessibility matter most, that’s where Interprefy steps in. We offer advanced language solutions that expand Teams’ native capabilities and extend effortlessly across other platforms, giving you seamless multilingual support wherever you meet.

Thanks to online meeting platforms like Zoom, Teams, or Webex, connecting with colleagues, peers, clients, or partners across the globe is now easier than ever. However, language barriers can still hinder meeting success.

When it comes to virtual or hybrid meetings, Microsoft Teams stands out as a top choice for many. Its user-friendly interface and versatility make it an everyday tool for both impromptu and scheduled discussions among peers.

Breaking down language barriers in Teams meetings has never been easier. Microsoft has introduced a new built-in feature that makes it possible for people of multiple languages to collaborate seamlessly in Teams. But that's just the beginning. There are several other ways to enhance your Teams meetings and make them more inclusive. Keep reading to find out more.

Zoom and Teams both have an appealing feature that allows meeting attendees to activate closed captioning. This tool provides users with valuable visual assistance for following the sessions by automatically creating a live transcription of what is being said.

Both Teams and Zoom use automated speech recognition algorithms to transcribe the speech in real-time. These are completely automated, with little to no preparation required from the meeting host.

Last updated: September 2025

You're hosting a business meeting, town hall, or webinar on Zoom, but not everyone joining speaks the same language. Know the feeling? That's where live translation solutions like remote simultaneous interpretation, captions, subtitles and AI speech to speech translation can make the impossible possible.

Zoom offers some built-in language capability but, as many have found out, not the serious capability needed for serious events. Interprefy offers the same high-function multi-lingual support for Zoom as it does for other meeting and conferencing platforms.

Language interpretation, Zoom integration, and managed interpretation services ensure a seamless experience for all parties, to even the most complex set-ups, like for example The White House Summit on Climate Change.

It’s hard to believe that just a few years ago most events were not fully capable of reaching large multinational audiences. Now, web conferencing and video broadcasting platforms, like ON24, Zoom and Microsoft Teams, have removed physical limitations from virtual events. Event planners and marketing teams are now able to attract audiences from across the globe, as long as they have a strong internet connection. However, inefficient language translation remains a stark barrier of access to events and creates extra friction. Without a common language or translation tool, many people feel excluded and will not attend the event.

Even though remote working has provided greater flexibility, it’s still almost impossible to gather all staff in one place at the same time.