Soapbox Labs, with the slogan "SoapBox uses voice technology to enhance learning and play experiences for kids globally, with a focus on privacy," was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Ireland. The company is dedicated to revolutionizing children's play and learning experiences using voice technology. Their unique platform, licensed by educational and consumer businesses worldwide, offers premium voice-based experiences for various products and services, including language and literacy tools, intelligent toys, games, apps, and robots. Their in-house technology ensures an accuracy level of 95% for kids aged 2-12, accommodating regional accents and dialects and free from racial or socio-economic prejudice. The company's dedication to safeguarding children's rights to privacy is evident in its design principles. The latest investment, a grant, was received on 18 July 2023 from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. For more information or to request a demo or access to their API, interested parties can contact [email protected].
Funding Stage | Amount | No. Investors | Investors | Date |
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Grant | Unknown | 1 | 18 Jul 2023 | |
Series A | €5.80M | 3 | Elkstone Capital Partners | 18 Apr 2020 |
Venture Round | $3.60M | 3 | EASME - EU Executive Agency for SMEs, Elkstone Capital Partners | 15 Nov 2018 |
Seed Round | $1.40M | 2 | Elkstone Capital Partners, Astia Angels | 24 Jan 2017 |
Pre Seed Round | $470.00K | - | 01 Dec 2014 |