# KUDO

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/kudo

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.kudoway.com
- Total disclosed funding: $27M
- Latest round: Series A (Mar 19, 2021)
- Investors on record: 8

## About

KUDO, Inc. is a technology company specializing in real-time language translation and captioning services, enabling effective multilingual communication across various platforms.KUDO, Inc. provides live speech translation and captioning services, focusing on real-time translation in 200 languages. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York, US, the company raised USD 20.99 mn in Series A funding on March 19, 2021, led by Felicis Ventures with investors including Elephant, FJ Labs, and Global Founders Capital. The CEO is Fardad Zabetian, and the company has completed 2 deals to date.KUDO offers a comprehensive suite of live speech translation and captioning services, focusing on real-time translation across 200 languages. Their AI-powered speech translation and professional human interpretation facilitate seamless communication during meetings, webinars, and events. KUDO's technology enhances inclusivity, allowing participants to engage in their native languages, serving corporate businesses, educational institutions, government agencies, and houses of worship. The company operates globally, providing its solutions in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and beyond.KUDO generates revenue through a subscription-based model, offering annual licenses tailored to client needs, including meeting frequency and support levels. Clients can access AI-driven speech translation and professional interpretation, with options to book interpreters through its marketplace. This positions KUDO as a B2B provider, enabling companies to enhance multilingual communication and operational efficiency.In March 2021, KUDO, Inc. raised USD 20.99 mn in Series A funding to attract talent, expand its offerings, and support acquisitions. The funding will be utilized to develop upcoming products and enhance service capabilities. The company plans to target new markets and geographic regions to broaden its client base, although specific markets and release dates have not been disclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Mar 19, 2021, $21M — Felicis Ventures, Maverick Capital, Global Founders Capital, FJ Labs, Elephant
- Seed, Jul 22, 2020, $6M — Felicis Ventures, Advancit Capital, Global Founders Capital, ID8 Investments, AirAngels

## Investors

- Felicis Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/felicis-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- Advancit Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/advancit-capital) — Seed
- Global Founders Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/global-founders-capital) — Seed, Series A
- ID8 Investments (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/id8-investments) — Seed
- AirAngels (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/airangels) — Seed
- Maverick Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/maverick-capital) — Series A
- FJ Labs (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/fj-labs) — Series A
- Elephant (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/elephant) — Series A