Issue #56October 22, 20265 links

Tolan raises $30.0M for voice-first AI companion app

Tolan raised $30.0M for its voice-first AI companion app, which lets users create characters that retain months of conversation history and hold voice and video calls. The company says 70% of its users are women aged 30-45. Mirai, which uses world models to make real places explorable starting with real estate, was listed in a16z speedrun.

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Tolan raises a $30.0M round

Tolan is a voice-first AI companion app that uses persistent relationships and memory to provide emotional support and assist with routine tasks. Founded in 2023, the platform allows users to create customized AI characters that retain months of conversation history, enabling personalized interactions for users seeking companionship and practical help. The app features voice conversations, video calls, and integration with photos and current events to enhance user engagement. Tolan targets users caring for relatives or experiencing periods of solitude, with 70% of its user base being women aged 30-45.

Software Artificial-Intelligence Messaging Homebrew Khosla Ventures Union Square Ventures+2 more

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