TechNexus, LLC

TechNexus Venture Collaborative finds, funds and grows technology ventures, leveraging a unique alignment of relationships in the ecosystem to provide leading corporations with a platform to engage ventures, transform business models and ultimately drive innovation. Since 2007, TechNexus has brought together more than 500 startups with dozens of global corporate partners. Equal parts entrepreneur, strategist, and investor, we Rethink Growth.

Past deals in Speech Recognition

Native Voice

Venture Round in 2022
Native Voice is a software SDK for audio device manufacturers to integrate their SDK to create the next generation of listening devices. The company is building a fundamental building block to enable this voice-first ecosystem. Native Voice removes that friction by helping to connect with multiple assistants and all their skills or actions while acting as the library for the brands that are deploying their own voice-enabled solutions.

Trint

Venture Round in 2022
Trint Limited operates an online platform for searching, editing, and getting audio and video content. The company’s platform enables customers to convert their audio and video files into text, polish transcripts to perfect in minutes, make their audio and video files searchable, put captions on their videos, and share bite-sized chunks of audio and video content online. It serves customers in various industries, including journalism and media, video editing, academic research, and market research and user experience. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Soundskrit

Venture Round in 2021
Soundskrit develops velocity-based directional microphone to improve speech recognition and sound recording in smart devices. The microphone has application in smart-phones to allow audio to zoom in with recording; in smart devices to enhance speech recognition in noisy environments with multiple speakers, in situation-aware devices that allow users to choose which sounds they want to listen in to. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Native Voice

Convertible Note in 2020
Native Voice is a software SDK for audio device manufacturers to integrate their SDK to create the next generation of listening devices. The company is building a fundamental building block to enable this voice-first ecosystem. Native Voice removes that friction by helping to connect with multiple assistants and all their skills or actions while acting as the library for the brands that are deploying their own voice-enabled solutions.

Krisp

Series A in 2020
Krisp Technologies, Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence-driven noise-cancelling software that enhances audio quality for voice communications. Founded in 2017 and based in Berkeley, California, Krisp's software effectively eliminates background noise for both incoming and outgoing calls across various communication platforms. It can be seamlessly integrated with popular conferencing, voice messaging, streaming, and recording applications, making it suitable for a diverse range of users, including remote professionals, podcasters, gamers, and educators. The technology operates locally on users' audio devices, such as microphones and headsets, ensuring privacy and high-quality sound without the need for internet bandwidth. Krisp Technologies was previously known as 2Hz, Inc. and rebranded in September 2019.

Gather Voices

Seed Round in 2020
Gather Voices Inc. is a company that specializes in video relationship management, offering a platform designed to collect, manage, curate, and publish user-generated video content. Founded in 2017 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company provides a user-friendly system that allows organizations to easily produce, edit, and share videos at scale. Its solutions cater to the growing demand for video content in various forms of communication, enabling businesses to effectively replace text with engaging video across websites, emails, and social media. By simplifying the video creation process, Gather Voices empowers organizations to enhance their outreach and engagement without requiring specialized skills or significant financial resources.

Soundskrit

Seed Round in 2020
Soundskrit develops velocity-based directional microphone to improve speech recognition and sound recording in smart devices. The microphone has application in smart-phones to allow audio to zoom in with recording; in smart devices to enhance speech recognition in noisy environments with multiple speakers, in situation-aware devices that allow users to choose which sounds they want to listen in to. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Revery Media

Convertible Note in 2020
Revery Media is a development and production studio based in Los Angeles, founded in 2019, that specializes in creating narrative content for smart speakers. The company focuses on transforming traditional storytelling into interactive voice experiences, fostering two-way conversations between artists, brands, and audiences. By utilizing podcasts and AI-driven narrative analysis, Revery Media engages and builds audiences around intellectual property, facilitating a clear pathway for adaptation into television, film, and location-based entertainment. This approach enables storytellers and creators to establish deeper connections with their customers, enhancing the overall engagement and entertainment experience.

Soundskrit

Seed Round in 2019
Soundskrit develops velocity-based directional microphone to improve speech recognition and sound recording in smart devices. The microphone has application in smart-phones to allow audio to zoom in with recording; in smart devices to enhance speech recognition in noisy environments with multiple speakers, in situation-aware devices that allow users to choose which sounds they want to listen in to. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Krisp

Convertible Note in 2019
Krisp Technologies, Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence-driven noise-cancelling software that enhances audio quality for voice communications. Founded in 2017 and based in Berkeley, California, Krisp's software effectively eliminates background noise for both incoming and outgoing calls across various communication platforms. It can be seamlessly integrated with popular conferencing, voice messaging, streaming, and recording applications, making it suitable for a diverse range of users, including remote professionals, podcasters, gamers, and educators. The technology operates locally on users' audio devices, such as microphones and headsets, ensuring privacy and high-quality sound without the need for internet bandwidth. Krisp Technologies was previously known as 2Hz, Inc. and rebranded in September 2019.

Soundskrit

Seed Round in 2019
Soundskrit develops velocity-based directional microphone to improve speech recognition and sound recording in smart devices. The microphone has application in smart-phones to allow audio to zoom in with recording; in smart devices to enhance speech recognition in noisy environments with multiple speakers, in situation-aware devices that allow users to choose which sounds they want to listen in to. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Trint

Series A in 2019
Trint Limited operates an online platform for searching, editing, and getting audio and video content. The company’s platform enables customers to convert their audio and video files into text, polish transcripts to perfect in minutes, make their audio and video files searchable, put captions on their videos, and share bite-sized chunks of audio and video content online. It serves customers in various industries, including journalism and media, video editing, academic research, and market research and user experience. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

AssemblyAI

Convertible Note in 2019
AssemblyAI Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing a high-accuracy speech-to-text API. Founded in 2017, the company harnesses advanced deep neural networks to deliver state-of-the-art transcription services. AssemblyAI's API is designed for easy integration, allowing developers to start building applications quickly using various programming languages. The service supports customization for specific keywords and phrases, enhancing transcription accuracy. Additionally, AssemblyAI offers robust support with dedicated account managers and technical assistance available around the clock. Its scalable architecture enables the processing of multiple audio files or streams simultaneously, catering to the needs of thousands of developers who rely on its solutions for creating voice-powered applications and chat interfaces.

Roby

Convertible Note in 2019
Roby is a chat/voice-enabled software that handles all requests, automates repetitive tasks, eliminates miscommunication, and reduces resolution time to increase employee satisfaction. It works by simplifying and automating tasks such as employee QAs, room booking, facility requests, and IT support allowing you to focus on what really matters. Roby is a Techstars 2018 company. Its mission is to create an engaged, productive, and happy workplace for our customers by making their operation efficient, simple, and personalized.

Roby

Convertible Note in 2019
Roby is a chat/voice-enabled software that handles all requests, automates repetitive tasks, eliminates miscommunication, and reduces resolution time to increase employee satisfaction. It works by simplifying and automating tasks such as employee QAs, room booking, facility requests, and IT support allowing you to focus on what really matters. Roby is a Techstars 2018 company. Its mission is to create an engaged, productive, and happy workplace for our customers by making their operation efficient, simple, and personalized.

AssemblyAI

Convertible Note in 2019
AssemblyAI Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing a high-accuracy speech-to-text API. Founded in 2017, the company harnesses advanced deep neural networks to deliver state-of-the-art transcription services. AssemblyAI's API is designed for easy integration, allowing developers to start building applications quickly using various programming languages. The service supports customization for specific keywords and phrases, enhancing transcription accuracy. Additionally, AssemblyAI offers robust support with dedicated account managers and technical assistance available around the clock. Its scalable architecture enables the processing of multiple audio files or streams simultaneously, catering to the needs of thousands of developers who rely on its solutions for creating voice-powered applications and chat interfaces.

spokenlayer

Series A in 2019
spokenlayer converts printed content and publications into audio. It allows clients to submit their articles using its self-guided API so that the company takes the content from the clients and finds suitable voice for narration thereby enables listening the content using mobile, Web, or in the car. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in New York, New York.

Streem

Venture Round in 2018
Streem is an award winning technology company that enhances real-time communication and collaboration by creating an intelligent camera. The platform delivers a combination of augmented reality (AR), computer vision, and machine learning. It equips the expert with the capability to remotely capture crucial information by using proprietary spatial mapping, OCR, and object & pose estimation technology.

Roby

Seed Round in 2018
Roby is a chat/voice-enabled software that handles all requests, automates repetitive tasks, eliminates miscommunication, and reduces resolution time to increase employee satisfaction. It works by simplifying and automating tasks such as employee QAs, room booking, facility requests, and IT support allowing you to focus on what really matters. Roby is a Techstars 2018 company. Its mission is to create an engaged, productive, and happy workplace for our customers by making their operation efficient, simple, and personalized.

Krisp

Seed Round in 2018
Krisp Technologies, Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence-driven noise-cancelling software that enhances audio quality for voice communications. Founded in 2017 and based in Berkeley, California, Krisp's software effectively eliminates background noise for both incoming and outgoing calls across various communication platforms. It can be seamlessly integrated with popular conferencing, voice messaging, streaming, and recording applications, making it suitable for a diverse range of users, including remote professionals, podcasters, gamers, and educators. The technology operates locally on users' audio devices, such as microphones and headsets, ensuring privacy and high-quality sound without the need for internet bandwidth. Krisp Technologies was previously known as 2Hz, Inc. and rebranded in September 2019.

Streem

Seed Round in 2018
Streem is an award winning technology company that enhances real-time communication and collaboration by creating an intelligent camera. The platform delivers a combination of augmented reality (AR), computer vision, and machine learning. It equips the expert with the capability to remotely capture crucial information by using proprietary spatial mapping, OCR, and object & pose estimation technology.

Gather Voices

Convertible Note in 2018
Gather Voices Inc. is a company that specializes in video relationship management, offering a platform designed to collect, manage, curate, and publish user-generated video content. Founded in 2017 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company provides a user-friendly system that allows organizations to easily produce, edit, and share videos at scale. Its solutions cater to the growing demand for video content in various forms of communication, enabling businesses to effectively replace text with engaging video across websites, emails, and social media. By simplifying the video creation process, Gather Voices empowers organizations to enhance their outreach and engagement without requiring specialized skills or significant financial resources.

Mycroft

Seed Round in 2018
Mycroft AI, Inc. develops an open-source voice assistant platform that integrates artificial intelligence and natural language processing to allow users to control various electronic devices through voice commands. The Mycroft software operates as an extensible platform, enabling customization and adaptation for a wide range of devices, including refrigerators, computers, speakers, wearables, cars, and televisions. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, with additional offices in Palo Alto, California, and Lawrence, Kansas. Mycroft's approach emphasizes an open-source and open-hardware philosophy, allowing users to modify and enhance their voice assistant experience according to their needs.

Mycroft

Convertible Note in 2017
Mycroft AI, Inc. develops an open-source voice assistant platform that integrates artificial intelligence and natural language processing to allow users to control various electronic devices through voice commands. The Mycroft software operates as an extensible platform, enabling customization and adaptation for a wide range of devices, including refrigerators, computers, speakers, wearables, cars, and televisions. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, with additional offices in Palo Alto, California, and Lawrence, Kansas. Mycroft's approach emphasizes an open-source and open-hardware philosophy, allowing users to modify and enhance their voice assistant experience according to their needs.

Tetra

Seed Round in 2017
Tetra uses AI to take notes on phone calls, to help you focus, remember the details, and keep your team in sync.

Voxeet

Seed Round in 2017
Voxeet is now clearly positioned as the leading real-time collaboration platform (cPaaS) that enables WebRTC with the only highly secure, crystal clear 3D surround-sound, audio and video experience. After being named a Gartner Cool Vendor 2016, we were just recognized as the 2017 "Hot Vendor" in Unified Communications and Collaboration (watch 1 min video) by Aragon Research. Our API library also enables screen sharing, presentation mode, broadcasting, call recording, translation, messaging, scheduling and more.

Bumpers Media

Convertible Note in 2017
Bumpers develops an iOS app that allows users to make a podcast direct from their mobile devices, using the phone's built-in microphones.