Why Stream ring-maker Sandbar says the future of AI wearables is voice
Sandbar, the startup behind Stream, has raised $36 million in Series A funding, led by Adjacent and Kindred Ventures, to position itself as a leader in the AI wearable market. The company emphasizes user control and personalization, aiming to improve the user experience of voice technology and address the lack of engagement in previous devices. Stream is a discreet, private voice ring designed to capture and transcribe thoughts in real-time, targeting professionals who need to capture ideas during meetings. With its focus on seamless integration and intuitive design, Sandbar aims to differentiate itself in the competitive AI wearable space.
More from Techcrunch
Microsoft kills off unsuccessful AI features while merging its separate Copilot apps
Microsoft is simplifying Copilot by combining its consumer and business apps, and dropping AI-generated podcasts, Group Chats, Deep Research, and its Mico character.
techcrunch.com··Mads Kristian Nylund·AI ToolsAI InfrastructureAI Governance
Nvidia’s new $500B plan is risky but brilliant, especially for aging GPUs
Nvidia has a plan to make sure its GPUs won't lose value. It wants to convince a new crop of financiers to keep lending for AI buildouts.
techcrunch.com··Mads Kristian Nylund·AI DevelopmentAI InfrastructureAI Governance
Apple in talks to pay publishers to provide Siri with current news: report
The tech giant has considered a nine-figure budget for the payments, according to the WSJ.
techcrunch.com··Mads Kristian Nylund·AI ToolsAI EthicsAI Platforms