Assembly AI
YC S17New York City, US · Founded 2017 · 65 employees · Hiring · 5 known investors
AssemblyAI builds Voice AI technology for speech recognition and processing applications. The company develops accurate, capable, and safe AI models used across various industries for voice-based applications.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareArtificial IntelligenceSpeech RecognitionAPIAIUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaFully Remote
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S17)
Assembly AI was founded in 2017 by Dylan Fox.
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Investors · 5
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountSeries CDec 2023
Accel (lead), Insight Partners, Smith Point Capital, Y Combinator
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Assembly AI do?
- AssemblyAI builds Voice AI technology for speech recognition and processing applications. The company develops accurate, capable, and safe AI models used across various industries for voice-based applications.
- Who founded Assembly AI?
- Assembly AI was founded by Dylan Fox in 2017.
- Who are Assembly AI's investors?
- Assembly AI's investors include Accel, Insight Partners, MAVA Ventures, Smith Point Capital, Y Combinator.
- Where is Assembly AI headquartered?
- Assembly AI is headquartered in New York City, US.