Affectiva is a developer of an emotion-recognition software designed to analyze subtle facial and vocal expressions.
Affectiva is on a mission to humanize technology. An MIT Media Lab spin-off, Affectiva created and defined the Emotion AI category. Built on deep learning, computer vision, speech science and massive amounts of real-world data (over 9 million face videos analyzed in 90 countries), Affectiva’s technology can detect nuanced human emotions, complex cognitive states, activities, interactions, and objects people use. In automotive, Affectiva’s in-cabin sensing AI is enabling leading car manufacturers, fleet managers and ridesharing companies to build next-generation mobility that adapts to complex human states for enhanced safety and personalized transportation experiences. Affectiva’s technology is also used by 25 percent of the Fortune Global 500 companies to test consumer engagement with ads, videos, and TV programming.
Announced Date | Round | Money Raised | Number of Investors | Lead Investors | Post Valuation | |
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Jun 1, 2012 | Grant | $1.10M | 1 | National Science Foundation | — | Detail |
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National Science Foundation | Yes | Grant |