Gradient Ventures

Gradient Ventures, founded in 2017 and based in Mountain View, California, is a venture capital firm that specializes in seed and early-stage investments primarily in the artificial intelligence, information technology, and machine learning sectors. As the venture capital arm of Alphabet, Gradient partners closely with innovative founders to help integrate AI into various business processes. The firm provides essential resources and technical leadership to assist startups in overcoming challenges associated with developing new technology products. By focusing on best practices in areas such as recruiting, marketing, design, and engineering, Gradient aims to support disruptive ideas that have the potential to redefine industries and enhance operational capabilities.

Zachary Bratun-Glennon

Partner

Eylul Kayin

Partner

Emerson Kirk

Investor

Asif Moosani

Investor

Shabih Rizvi

Founding Partner

Vig Sachidananda

Investor

Kahini Shah

Investor

Darian Shirazi

Managing Partner

Denise Teng

Investor

Muzzammil Zaveri

Partner

Victoria Zuo

Investor

Past deals in Speech Recognition

Rad AI

Series B in 2024
Rad AI, Inc. is a company based in Berkeley, California, that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence platform designed to automate report generation for radiologists. Founded in 2018, Rad AI's solution streamlines the radiology workflow by automating repetitive tasks, thereby enhancing efficiency and accuracy while addressing issues of clinician burnout. The platform utilizes AI to generate report impressions, allowing radiologists to dictate findings using voice recognition technology, identify errors, and customize recommendations. By integrating smoothly with existing workflows, Rad AI aims to improve patient care and support radiologists in delivering accurate and timely reports.

Vocode

Seed Round in 2024
Vocode is a developer of voice AI interfaces that specializes in creating voice-based applications through composability. The company's open-source library facilitates the development of realistic, production-ready conversational voice interfaces by providing essential tools for speech recognition, natural language understanding, and speech synthesis in real time. This platform streamlines common workflows, enabling developers to efficiently build and deploy advanced voice applications tailored to diverse needs. Vocode aims to empower developers in harnessing the potential of voice technology for various applications.

Elsa

Series C in 2023
ELSA is an advanced language learning platform focused on enhancing English pronunciation through artificial intelligence and speech recognition technology. It offers a comprehensive suite of features, including an AI Tutor that provides a realistic conversational experience and real-time feedback. Users benefit from personalized learning paths, speaking lessons, and preparation for tests and interviews. The platform's innovative Speech Analyzer allows learners to record their speech and receive detailed performance assessments, along with tailored tutorial plans to improve their skills. By addressing phoneme-level pronunciation errors, ELSA empowers users to speak English fluently and confidently.

Rad AI

Series A in 2021
Rad AI, Inc. is a company based in Berkeley, California, that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence platform designed to automate report generation for radiologists. Founded in 2018, Rad AI's solution streamlines the radiology workflow by automating repetitive tasks, thereby enhancing efficiency and accuracy while addressing issues of clinician burnout. The platform utilizes AI to generate report impressions, allowing radiologists to dictate findings using voice recognition technology, identify errors, and customize recommendations. By integrating smoothly with existing workflows, Rad AI aims to improve patient care and support radiologists in delivering accurate and timely reports.

Elsa

Series B in 2021
ELSA is an advanced language learning platform focused on enhancing English pronunciation through artificial intelligence and speech recognition technology. It offers a comprehensive suite of features, including an AI Tutor that provides a realistic conversational experience and real-time feedback. Users benefit from personalized learning paths, speaking lessons, and preparation for tests and interviews. The platform's innovative Speech Analyzer allows learners to record their speech and receive detailed performance assessments, along with tailored tutorial plans to improve their skills. By addressing phoneme-level pronunciation errors, ELSA empowers users to speak English fluently and confidently.
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