Observed Signal · Feb 4, 2026 · Funding · Source: Trending Topics · Impact: 4/5 · Sentiment: Positive
ElevenLabs Secures $500M Funding, Reaches $11B Valuation
ElevenLabs, an AI audio company, has raised $500 million in a Series D funding round led by Sequoia Capital, bringing its valuation to $11 billion. The company, which develops voice and audio AI models for enterprises, creators, and developers, has tripled its valuation in twelve months. Its platforms include ElevenAgents for voice/chat agents, ElevenCreative for content production, and ElevenAPI for developer access. Customers include Deutsche Telekom, Square, Revolut, Duolingo, NVIDIA, TIME, Meta, and Salesforce. The company reported annual recurring revenue exceeding $330 million for fiscal year 2025 and plans to expand globally with new offices in 14 cities.
Major Series D funding for a leading AI audio company, with significant valuation increase and broad enterprise adoption, signaling strong growth in AI-driven voice and conversational technologies relevant to marketing and customer experience.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- ElevenLabs raised $500M in Series D funding, reaching an $11B valuation.
- Sequoia Capital led the round, with Andrew Reed joining the board.
- Total capital raised since founding in 2022 is $781M.
- Annual recurring revenue exceeded $330M in FY2025.
- Company plans to expand to 14 cities worldwide.
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