Voice AI engine and OpenAI partner LiveKit hits $1B valuation
LiveKit, a developer of real-time AI voice and video infrastructure, has raised $100 million in funding, achieving a $1 billion valuation. The funding round, led by Index Ventures, included participation from existing investors like Altimeter Capital Management and Redpoint Ventures. LiveKit, which powers OpenAI's ChatGPT voice mode, serves clients such as xAI, Salesforce, and Tesla. Founded in 2021, the company transitioned from a free tool to a managed cloud service provider, capitalizing on the growing demand for voice AI solutions.
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