Meta acquires voice tech startup Play AI

Meta has acquired voice-focused AI startup Play AI, reported TechCrunch.

Play AI develops interactive voice models and real-time conversation systems that can recreate a user’s voice with natural and emotional expression. Its technology is seen as a strong fit for Meta’s AI ecosystem, especially for future applications in the metaverse and voice assistants.

With this acquisition, Meta plans to integrate its large language models like LLaMA with voice platforms — a key step toward building advanced, real-time voice assistants.

Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. However, insiders suggest the move signals Meta’s growing ambition to lead in voice and conversational AI. Read 'Zamin' on Telegram!