We're very excited to announce Outset Capital's investment in Hedra's $32 million Series A funding round, led by Andreessen Horowitz's Infrastructure fund.
Hedra's Character-3 model has become the backbone of an unexpected viral phenomenon: AI-generated talking baby podcasts and character-driven content. Their web-based platform allows creators to produce engaging videos featuring AI characters with remarkable expressiveness and controllability—from talking dogs discussing life with newborns to animated conversations that feel surprisingly authentic.
This viral adoption demonstrates the platform's accessibility and creative potential, attracting both individual creators and enterprise marketing teams who recognize the power of character-driven storytelling.
Since launching their first video model in June 2024, Hedra has demonstrated remarkable momentum. The March release of Character-3 marked a significant inflection point, driving substantial user growth and attracting attention from major investors including Index Ventures, Abstract Ventures, and Amazon's Alexa Fund.
We're excited to support Hedra as they continue revolutionizing how creators and enterprises leverage AI for character-driven storytelling.
Try out Hedra here.
