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Voice AI Startup ElevenLabs Eyes $11 Billion Valuation
artificial intelligence // January 18, 2026

ElevenLabs is reportedly in discussions for new funding that would value it at $11 billion. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

AI Arms Race Pits Insurers Against Fraudsters
artificial intelligence // January 08, 2026

Insurance fraud has always been a cost of doing business. What has changed is the speed, scale and sophistication with which it can now be committed. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Kardome Brings AI Voice Interaction Home With Cognition AI
artificial intelligence // January 05, 2026

Kardome has debuted a tool designed to bring voice interaction to cars, homes and workplaces. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

Could Voice Emerge as the Payments Power Tool?
artificial intelligence // December 17, 2025

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Could Voice Emerge as the Payments Power Tool?

December 17, 2025
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Gradium Gets $70 Million to Turn Voice Into AI’s Universal Interface

December 02, 2025
By any conventional startup logic, raising a $70 million seed round sounds improbable. Double that improbability for a business just exiting from stealth after being founded in September. Get the...

No More Clicks: New AI Lets Consumers Shop Online With Voice Commands

December 05, 2024
A new research paper reveals artificial intelligence (AI) systems using large language models can now effectively control computer interfaces through natural interaction. These agents can autonomously navigate software, complete tasks...

Voice AI Orders Go Mainstream With QSRs Leading the Way

November 08, 2024
That robot voice taking your Taco Bell order isn’t just an experiment — it’s handled 2 million customer orders, showing how artificial intelligence (AI)-powered conversation has become serious business. Get...

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ElevenLabs Lands $500 Million to Expand AI Voice Platform

February 04, 2026
Artificial intelligence (AI) voice technology company ElevenLabs has closed a $500 million Series D funding round, boosting its valuation to approximately $11 billion, according to a Wednesday (Feb. 4) press release. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins […]

Voice AI Startup ElevenLabs Eyes $11 Billion Valuation

January 18, 2026
ElevenLabs is reportedly in discussions for new funding that would value it at $11 billion. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Kardome Brings AI Voice Interaction Home With Cognition AI

January 05, 2026
Kardome has debuted a tool designed to bring voice interaction to cars, homes and workplaces. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Amazon Employing AI to Help Shoppers Comb Reviews

September 14, 2025
Amazon earlier this year began rolling out artificial intelligence-voiced product descriptions for select customers and products. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...