About
Millions of developers around the world have used Twilio to unlock the magic of communications to improve any human experience. Twilio has democratized communications channels like voice, text, chat, video, and email by virtualizing the world’s communications infrastructure through APIs that are simple enough for any developer to use, yet robust enough to power the world’s most demanding applications. By making communications a part of every software developer’s toolkit, Twilio is enabling innovators across every industry, from emerging leaders to the world’s largest organizations, to reinvent how companies engage with their customers.
Key facts
At-a-glance profile data
- Website
- twilio.com
- Type
- Company
- Headquarters
- United States
- Portfolio companies
- 2
- Stages
- Series A
- Cheque size
- $11M to $150M
- Sector focus
- Conversational AIHealthcareVoice AI
Recent investments
| Date | Company | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 May 2021 | Hyro | Series A | $11M |
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Frequently asked
What companies has Twilio invested in?
Twilio has invested in Hyro, Algolia.