Synthesia, an AI video platform, has raised $180 million, doubling its valuation to $2.1 billion, showcasing strong investor confidence.

The funding round was led by NEA, with some big names like Atlassian Ventures and Nvidia backing them too. Their CEO, Victor Riparbelli, mentioned that investors see them differently because they focus on practical uses of AI, not just hype.
Unlike some other AI companies that rely heavily on venture capital, Synthesia is in a good spot. They’re not burning through cash like some of their competitors. The money they raised will go towards improving their products and enhancing security.
Last year, they made some neat updates, like allowing users to create avatars using just a webcam or phone. They even did a public test to ensure their platform is safe and doesn’t promote harmful content.
Interestingly, they’re seeing a lot of interest from big companies in the U.S., which now makes up over half of their revenue. They’re also hiring more people, recently bringing on a former Amazon exec as their CTO.
This news comes right after the U.K. Prime Minister announced a plan to boost the country’s AI leadership. The U.K. Technology Minister said this investment shows how confident investors are in British tech. Pretty exciting times for Synthesia and the AI scene!