PlayAI
Founded Year
2016Stage
Acquired | AcquiredTotal Raised
$21.75MRevenue
$0000About PlayAI
PlayAI focuses on AI-driven voice technology within the artificial intelligence sector. The company offers a voice model named PlayDialog, which facilitates conversation, as well as a platform for cloning voices and creating voice agents. PlayAI's technology can be utilized in various sectors that require text-to-speech and voice interface solutions. PlayAI was formerly known as PlayHT. It was founded in 2016 and is based in Palo Alto, California. In July 2025, PlayAI was acquired by Meta.
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ESPs containing PlayAI
The ESP matrix leverages data and analyst insight to identify and rank leading companies in a given technology landscape.
The generative AI — voice synthesis & cloning market offers a range of solutions for creating and enhancing audio content. These solutions use artificial intelligence to generate realistic voices, clone existing voices, and provide tools for editing and publishing audio content. This market is particularly relevant for marketers and creators who want to save time and money on voiceover work, or wh…
PlayAI named as Challenger among 13 other companies, including OpenAI, ElevenLabs, and Descript.
PlayAI's Products & Differentiators
Studio
Web based front end for scripting and voice line generation.
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Research containing PlayAI
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CB Insights Intelligence Analysts have mentioned PlayAI in 3 CB Insights research briefs, most recently on Aug 25, 2025.
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PlayAI is included in 4 Expert Collections, including Digital Content & Synthetic Media.
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Latest PlayAI News
Aug 10, 2025
메타(Meta) 가 음성 AI 기술력 강화를 위해 또 다른 대형 인수에 나섰다. 구체적인 인수 금액은 공개되지 않았지만, 웨이브폼스가 지난해 12월 기업가치 2억 달러로 4천만 달러를 투자받은 점을 고려할 때 수억 달러 규모로 추정된다. 웨이브폼스는 2024년 설립된 신생기업으로, GPT-4의 음성 모드 개발에 참여한 오픈AI 출신 연구원 알렉시스 코노와 구글 출신 광고 전략가 코랄리 르메트르가 공동 창업했다. 특히 코노는 사용자가 음성으로 ChatGPT와 대화할 수 있게 해주는 핵심 기능을 개발한 인물로 알려져 있다. 웨이브폼스의 핵심 기술은 기존 음성 처리 방식의 한계를 뛰어넘는다는 점이다. 일반적으로 음성 AI는 ▲음성을 텍스트로 변환 ▲텍스트 기반 응답 생성 ▲응답을 다시 음성으로 변환하는 3단계 과정을 거친다. 반면 웨이브폼스는 이 모든 과정을 하나의 모델로 처리하는 ‘종단간 오디오 언어 모델’을 개발해 효율성을 크게 높였다. 더욱 주목할 점은 음성 속 감정 인식 기능이다. 웨이브폼스의 AI는 사용자 음성에서 감정적 단서를 파악해 이에 맞춰 응답을 조정할 수 있다. 이는 기존 음성 AI보다 훨씬 자연스러운 대화 경험을 제공할 것으로 기대된다. 메타는 최근 음성 AI 분야 투자를 가속화하고 있다. 지난달에는 고객 지원용 음성 AI 에이전트 개발업체인 플레이 AI도 인수 했다. 플레이 AI는 매각 전 2천100만 달러를 조달한 바 있다.
PlayAI Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was PlayAI founded?
PlayAI was founded in 2016.
Where is PlayAI's headquarters?
PlayAI's headquarters is located at 301 High Street, Palo Alto.
What is PlayAI's latest funding round?
PlayAI's latest funding round is Acquired.
How much did PlayAI raise?
PlayAI raised a total of $21.75M.
Who are the investors of PlayAI?
Investors of PlayAI include Meta, Y Combinator, Pioneer Fund, 500 Global, Race Capital and 6 more.
Who are PlayAI's competitors?
Competitors of PlayAI include Adauris, ElevenLabs, Respeecher, Spice, LionRocket and 7 more.
What products does PlayAI offer?
PlayAI's products include Studio and 3 more.
Who are PlayAI's customers?
Customers of PlayAI include Equifax and Primerica.
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