SoundHound AI, Inc.
Category: Voice / Speech AI
SoundHound AI provides a voice AI platform that enables businesses to offer customized conversational experiences to consumers. SoundHound AI, Inc. was founded in 2005. The company is led by Keyvan Mohajer. Based in Santa Clara, CA, USA. Team size: 200. Total funding raised: $250M+ total (incl. $25M preferred equity Jan 2023). Latest round: Preferred equity ($25M, Jan 2023). Key investors include NVIDIA (minor stake).
- Founded
- 2005
- Headquarters
- Santa Clara, CA, USA
- Team size
- 200
- Total funding
- $250M+ total (incl. $25M preferred equity Jan 2023)
Value proposition
Offers advanced voice AI technology with proprietary Speech-to-Meaning and Deep Meaning Understanding technologies, enabling natural human-like interactions.
Products and solutions
Houndify platform, SoundHound Chat AI, SoundHound Smart Answering
Unique value
SoundHound's Speech-to-Meaning and Deep Meaning Understanding technologies provide exceptional speed and accuracy in voice recognition.
Target customer
Automotive, restaurant, and various other industries requiring voice AI solutions.
Industries served
Automotive, Restaurants, Healthcare, Finance, Retail
Technology advantage
Ability to integrate voice AI across various platforms and industries, supporting 25 languages and regional accents.
How they differentiate
Independent voice AI platform with a focus on natural conversation and brand control.
Main competitors
Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple Siri
Key partnerships
Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, Qualcomm, Snap, Square, Stellantis
Notable customers
Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, Chipotle, Jersey Mike's
Major milestones
Went public via SPAC in April 2022 Secured $100 million in strategic financing in April 2023 Acquired Amelia to expand into new verticals in 2024
Growth metrics
Reported 54% growth and record Q2 revenue of $13.5 million in 2024.
Market positioning
Positioned as a leader in voice AI technology, serving multiple industries with customized solutions.
Geographic focus
Global, with significant presence in the US, Europe, and Asia.
Patents and IP
Holds more than 250 technology patents.
About Keyvan Mohajer
Keyvan Mohajer is the Co-Founder and CEO of SoundHound AI, a leader in voice AI and conversational intelligence. He co-founded the company in 2005 and has been the driving force behind its growth and innovation for nearly two decades. Under his leadership, SoundHound AI has evolved from a popular music identification app to a publicly-traded company on Nasdaq (SOUN) with a powerful voice AI platform, Houndify. This platform features proprietary Speech-to-Meaning® and Deep Meaning Understanding® technologies, enabling brands to create custom voice assistants. He also serves as Co-CEO of Amelia US LLC.
Official website: https://www.soundhound.com/