ElevenLabs has launched new features that enable users to create personalized conversational AI agents. Users can customize parameters such as voice tone and response length, integrate knowledge bases, and utilize different language models. The startup aims to enhance its competitive position in the AI space with these developments while planning to raise significant funding.

Oute AI has launched OuteTTS-0.1-350M, a groundbreaking text-to-speech synthesis method featuring zero-shot voice cloning capabilities. This approach simplifies TTS processes by eliminating complex architectures, making it efficient for real-time applications. The model is designed for accessibility and performance, appealing to various sectors such as personalized assistants and audiobooks.