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February 17, 2026
How AI Delivers the Vatican's Holy Mass in 60 Languages
Marking the 400th anniversary of the Basilica's dedication, Rome-based company Translated launches smartphone access for attendees of the Holy Mass
TL;DR
- Translated's AI system, Lara, will be used in St. Peter's Basilica for live translation of the Holy Mass.
- The system supports 60 languages and will be accessible via smartphones by scanning a QR code.
- This marks the first time AI is utilized within a sacred space for such a purpose.
- The implementation coincides with the 400th anniversary of the Basilica's dedication.
- Lara was developed by Translated with input from Professor Alexander Waibel and in collaboration with Carnegie-AI.
- The goal is to overcome language barriers and promote deeper understanding and inclusion among religious followers.
- Cardinal Mauro Gambetti highlighted the tool's alignment with the Basilica's universal mission and the potential of human ingenuity guided by faith.
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