Nirva raises $33M for a pendant that only listens to you | TechCrunch

The short version

Nirva has secured $33 million to launch a pendant that focuses solely on the user's speech, addressing privacy concerns in ambient AI devices.

Key takeaways

• Nirva's ambient AI pendant costs $249 and weighs 8 grams.
• Device captures only the wearer's speech for privacy.
• Total funding for Nirva has reached $33 million.
• Orders will be accepted in November, aiming for year-end shipments.

Overall sentiment

The article highlights innovation and funding success, suggesting a promising future for the startup.

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