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EventCAT participated as an official technology partner at Connect Marketplace Hong Kong 2026, providing real-time AI translation subtitles in English, Chinese, and Japanese. By enabling multilingual communication, EventCAT improved content accessibility, understanding, and engagement among global MICE professionals.

What Is Connect Marketplace Hong Kong 2026?

Connect Marketplace Hong Kong 2026, organized by Informa Markets, is one of Asia’s leading MICE events held at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong.

The event brought together more than 7,000 attendees and MICE industry leaders from around the world, serving as a platform to showcase the latest convention, exhibition, and event technologies while sharing global business trends and industry insights.

At Connect Marketplace Hong Kong 2026, EventCAT played three key roles beyond its exhibition presence:

• Official Technology Partner

• Key Exhibitor

• Global B2B Partner (Supplier)

From providing session subtitles during the event to participating in global buyer networking activities, EventCAT demonstrated its capabilities in a real-world MICE event environment.

Why Are Real-Time AI Translation Subtitles Important for Global MICE Events?

EventCAT’s First Role: Official Technology Partner Supporting Event Communication

During the two-day event, EventCAT provided real-time AI translation subtitles in English, Chinese, and Japanese.

Using a caption overlay system, EventCAT displayed live subtitles directly on the presentation stage screen, helping international participants stay engaged and better understand session content.

Handling Complex Industry Terminology with High Accuracy

From keynote speeches by neuroscientist Andrée Jetté to MICE trend sessions by Executive Director Waikin Wong, EventCAT delivered accurate translation subtitles even during presentations containing specialized industry terminology.

Through its glossary feature, EventCAT optimized terminology accuracy and provided reliable subtitle quality in professional event environments.

Advanced AI That Understands Context

By analyzing the speaker’s context in real time, EventCAT delivered highly accurate translations with ultra-low latency.

As a result, global attendees were able to focus on presentations without being limited by language barriers.

From Live Demonstrations to 1:1 Business Meetings: EventCAT’s Strategic Networking

EventCAT’s Second Role: Key Exhibitor Demonstrating Advanced Technology

At the exhibition area, EventCAT operated a demonstration booth where global buyers and visitors could experience the technology firsthand. Visitors showed strong interest in three key features:

• Support for more than 50 languages

• High translation accuracy through contextual AI understanding

• Intuitive user interface that allows anyone to operate easily

Through live demonstrations, EventCAT showcased how AI-powered translation subtitles can be seamlessly integrated into international event environments.

EventCAT’s Third Role: Global B2B Partner Expanding International Opportunities

During the 1-on-1 networking sessions, hosted buyers who had scheduled meetings in advance visited the EventCAT booth and held in-depth business discussions with EventCAT’s COO.

EventCAT met with various decision-makers, including:

• Global PCOs

• CEOs

• Event managers

• Procurement professionals

Based on each organization’s requirements, EventCAT introduced customized solutions for EventCAT Online Meeting and EventCAT Conference.

Through these discussions, EventCAT established valuable partnerships and strengthened its foundation for global market expansion.

Can Real-Time AI Translation Subtitles Support Cantonese?

During Connect Marketplace Hong Kong 2026, EventCAT supported Cantonese not only as real-time translated text but also as voice output, enabling smoother communication in Hong Kong’s multilingual international event environment.

EventCAT also supports both Simplified and Traditional Chinese, providing a consistent real-time translation experience for participants from Hong Kong and mainland China.

This demonstrated the practical potential of AI-powered multilingual communication solutions in MICE events where language diversity is a key consideration.

A local PCO from Hong Kong shared the following feedback:

“The speed of EventCAT’s real-time Cantonese subtitles was impressive, and the ability to listen to translated audio as well as view text subtitles was especially valuable. I believe it has strong potential in Hong Kong’s business and convention environment, where participants from various language backgrounds come together.”

Why Is Real-Time AI Translation Gaining Attention in the Global MICE Market?

The Connect Marketplace Hong Kong 2026 case demonstrates that AI-powered real-time multilingual subtitles are evolving beyond simple translation tools.

They are becoming essential infrastructure that connects international event operations and global business communication.

As international events increasingly focus on creating seamless experiences for participants from around the world, EventCAT helps both organizers and attendees achieve better understanding, stronger engagement, and more inclusive communication.

Additional examples of EventCAT being used for startup IR events in Silicon Valley and a speech by the Japanese Prime Minister in Tokyo can be found on the official EventCAT blog.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How many languages does EventCAT support for real-time translation subtitles?

EventCAT supports real-time translation subtitles in 53 languages.

Do attendees need to install a separate app?

No.

EventCAT does not require any app installation.

Attendees can access the real-time subtitle page through a QR code or web link, allowing them to view subtitles and listen to translated audio directly from their devices.

Can EventCAT be used for online meetings as well as offline conferences?

Yes.

EventCAT can be used not only for large-scale offline events with real-time subtitles displayed on venue screens, but also for online meetings, online video conferences, and various communication environments based on each organization’s needs.

EventCAT Demo and Inquiries

For demonstrations and additional inquiries:

Contact EventCAT: contact@eventcat.com