About
KantanMT, part of the KantanAI platform, is a sophisticated neural machine translation solution designed for international businesses that need fast, accurate, and scalable translations. At its core, KantanMT allows organizations to train and deploy custom machine translation engines tailored to their specific content, industry terminology, and language pairs — enabling higher quality output than generic MT providers. The platform's capacity to process over 100 million words per day makes it suitable for large enterprises with high-volume translation needs. KantanStream complements the MT engine by providing automated localization workflows, project management tools, and multichannel multilingual support, streamlining the entire translation lifecycle and reducing manual effort. KantanAudioMate rounds out the suite as a cloud-based audio localization platform with an Excel add-in, designed specifically for gaming companies managing voice and audio assets across global markets. KantanMT serves sectors including gaming, eCommerce, automotive, software, and language service providers (LSPs). It supports over 150 languages, integrates with existing systems via API, and enables real-time collaboration among language professionals. The platform is also used in academic settings to train the next generation of AI-savvy translation professionals. Key strengths include deep customization, automated pipelines, cost-effectiveness at scale, and enterprise-grade security.
Key Features
- Custom MT Engine Training: Build and fine-tune machine translation engines tailored to your specific domain, terminology, and language pairs for higher translation accuracy.
- High-Volume Translation Throughput: Process over 100 million words per day, enabling enterprises to handle massive localization volumes efficiently and cost-effectively.
- Automated Localization Workflows: KantanStream automates translation project management with integrated workflows, reducing turnaround times and manual effort across multichannel content.
- Audio Localization Management: KantanAudioMate provides a cloud-based platform with an Excel add-in for centralized management of audio assets, enabling real-time collaboration and progress tracking.
- 150+ Language Support: Comprehensive multilingual coverage across 150+ languages with 24/7 automated support for player and customer ticketing systems.
Use Cases
- A global gaming company uses KantanMT to build custom MT engines for in-game text and leverages KantanAudioMate to manage voice-over assets across 20+ language markets.
- An eCommerce retailer trains KantanMT engines on their product catalog to produce scalable, high-quality product descriptions for international storefronts.
- A language service provider (LSP) deploys KantanMT to offer tailored MT solutions to their own clients, differentiating their services with custom engine quality.
- An automotive manufacturer uses KantanStream to automate the localization workflow for vehicle manuals, UI strings, and marketing materials across multiple language combinations.
- A university integrates KantanMT into its master's-level translation program to train students in AI-assisted localization workflows and post-editing best practices.
Pros
- Deep Customization: Custom MT engine training ensures translations align closely with industry-specific terminology and brand voice, outperforming generic MT solutions.
- Enterprise-Scale Throughput: Ability to process over 100 million words per day makes it one of the highest-capacity MT platforms available for large-volume use cases.
- End-to-End Localization Suite: The combined KantanMT, KantanStream, and KantanAudioMate suite covers text, workflow, and audio localization under one unified platform.
- Academic and Industry Credibility: Used by institutions like UCL and University of Texas to train language professionals, demonstrating trusted quality and reliability.
Cons
- Enterprise-Focused Pricing: KantanMT is positioned as an enterprise solution with no publicly listed pricing, making it less accessible for small businesses or individual translators.
- Complexity for Smaller Teams: The breadth of tools (MT engines, workflow automation, audio localization) may be more than smaller organizations need or can manage without dedicated resources.
- Limited Self-Serve Transparency: Potential customers must contact sales to evaluate plans, which slows adoption for teams looking for quick onboarding.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KantanMT and how does it differ from generic MT tools?
KantanMT is a custom neural machine translation platform that allows organizations to train engines on their own data and terminology, resulting in more accurate, domain-specific translations compared to off-the-shelf MT services.
How many words can KantanMT process per day?
KantanMT is capable of processing over 100 million words per day, making it suitable for high-volume enterprise localization workflows.
What is KantanStream?
KantanStream is a workflow management tool integrated with KantanMT that automates translation project pipelines, reduces manual effort, and supports multichannel, multilingual content delivery.
What industries does KantanMT serve?
KantanMT serves a wide range of industries including gaming, eCommerce, automotive, software development, and language service providers (LSPs), with specialized support for player ticketing and customer support in gaming.
What is KantanAudioMate used for?
KantanAudioMate is a cloud-based audio localization platform designed primarily for the gaming industry, enabling teams to centralize audio asset management, collaborate in real-time, and track localization progress via an Excel add-in interface.
