Otter.ai

United States · Information Technology & Services

Otter.ai, Inc. is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, that specializes in AI-powered speech-to-text transcription software and meeting productivity tools. Founded in 2016 by Sam Liang and Yun Fu, Otter.ai uses advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning to convert spoken language into written text, providing real-time captions, transcriptions, and meeting summaries. The company's flagship product, Otter, offers live transcription for various voice interactions, including meetings and lectures. It features speaker identification and keyword extraction, built on proprietary deep machine learning algorithms. Otter.ai also provides tailored solutions like Otter for Teams, which enhances collaboration within organizations, and Otter for Education, designed for students to capture lectures effectively. Additionally, OtterPilot, an AI meeting assistant introduced in 2023, automates meeting workflows by generating summaries and capturing shared slides. Otter.ai serves a diverse customer base, including individual users, educational institutions, and large enterprises, and has processed over 1 billion meetings. The company has received significant funding, reflecting strong confidence in its innovative solutions for productivity and collaboration.