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ElevenLabs Expands CADriver
significantly expanding California presence, deepening U.S. footprint in global tech center
From the article 6 mentionsElevenLabs is set to expand its California operations, creating 173 new high-paying jobs across the state.
$11B ValuationContext
recently secured $550 million in Series D funding at an $11 billion post-money valuation
From the article 2 mentionsThis valuation and funding level significantly exceed those of its competitors, such as Coqui (score 48/100) and WellSaid Labs (score 61/100), positioning ElevenLabs at the forefront of the market.
Creates 173 New JobsEffect
adding 173 high-paying jobs in research, engineering, sales, and other functions
From the article 2 mentionsThrough investments like CalCompetes, we’re helping companies expand manufacturing, advance breakthrough technologies, and create high-quality jobs." ElevenLabs also plans to collaborate with the State of California on deploying voice AI for public services and accessibility, including for visually impaired individuals and diverse linguistic communities.
CA Tax Credit SupportContext
From the articleThis expansion, focused on research, engineering, sales, and other functions, is supported by an incentive through the California Competes Tax Credit program.
Leading AI Voice PlayerCore
From the articleStartupHub.ai data indicates ElevenLabs, with a score of 79/100, is a leading player in the AI voice sector, recently securing $550 million in Series D funding in 2026 at an $11 billion post-money valuation.
Advance AI VoiceEffect
aims to scale presence, advance research, enhance human-technology interaction
From the article 4 mentionsThrough investments like CalCompetes, we’re helping companies expand manufacturing, advance breakthrough technologies, and create high-quality jobs." ElevenLabs also plans to collaborate with the State of California on deploying voice AI for public services and accessibility, including for visually impaired individuals and diverse linguistic communities.
Bolsters CA AI HubOutcome
underscores California's position as a nexus for artificial intelligence development
From the articleThe 173 new roles are expected to bolster California's specialized audio research and engineering talent pool, reinforcing the state's appeal to next-generation AI companies.