Deepfake detection platform Reality Defender (YC W22) has raised $33M in Series A funding to combat the growing threats posed by deepfakes and AI-generated content.
Since its founding in 2021 by Ben Colman, Gaurav Bharaj, and Ali Shahriyari, Reality Defender has been leading the way in detecting deepfakes across various media formats, including audio, video, images, and text. Their award-winning platform has become a trusted resource for enterprises, governments, and other organizations worldwide, helping to combat the growing threats of AI-driven fraud and disinformation.
Reality Defender is continuously enhancing their detection models to meet client needs, including a real-time voice deepfake detection tool used in call centers globally. Through strategic data partnerships, they stay ahead of malicious actors by accessing tools for creating deepfakes before they are released.
2024 marks a significant year for generative AI development, prompting a reassessment of the deepfake threat. Reality Defender is focused on creating advanced multi-modal tools to combat the dangerous impacts of AI disinformation. Committed to protecting public trust, enterprise integrity, and democracy, they work with partners to identify and mitigate these threats, ensuring that truth and authenticity prevail against sophisticated synthetic deception.
Congrats to the team on the round!
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4dCongrats Daniel! Sad to see you go, but I’m happy for you and Prophet Security!