MyHeritage's new Scribe A.I. tool has successfully transcribed and translated the earliest surviving Valentine's letter written in English, a 1477 note from Margery Brews to her fiancé John Paston. The tool provides a full transcript, historical context, and research suggestions, making the dense Middle English script accessible.
The event highlights the growing application of artificial intelligence in historical and archival research, enabling broader public access to primary sources. It demonstrates how technology is assisting in the interpretation of cultural heritage, from ancient texts to personal correspondence, shifting the focus from deciphering script to analyzing content and context.