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Why Are Nvidia and Uber Backing This Tiny $400 Million Artificial Intelligence (AI) Company?


Published on 2024-12-09 18:41:14 - The Motley Fool
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  • Nvidia ( NVDA -1.81%) is the leading supplier of high-end graphics processing units (GPUs) for data centers, where they are used to power and train artificial intelligence (AI) applications. Uber Technologies ( UBER 1.32%) operates the world's largest ride-hailing platform and also the Uber Eats food-delivery service.

The article from The Motley Fool discusses the investment in a small AI company, SoundHound AI, by tech giants Nvidia and Uber. SoundHound AI, with a market cap of around $400 million, has developed voice AI technology that allows for natural language interactions, which has caught the attention of major players in the tech industry. Nvidia, a leader in AI and graphics processing, has invested in SoundHound, signaling strong confidence in its technology. Similarly, Uber has partnered with SoundHound to enhance its in-car voice ordering system, aiming to improve customer experience through advanced AI capabilities. This backing from industry leaders not only validates SoundHound's technology but also positions it for potential growth in the expanding AI market, despite its current small size and the competitive landscape.

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