Affectiva grew out of collaborative research at the MIT Media Lab to help people on the autism spectrum. We apply innovations in affective computing to help solve difficult problems that stem from misunderstanding how people feel. Our customers are people in science and industry who use new technology that helps improve understanding of emotion.
Affectiva envisions a world where effective opt-in emotion measurement and communication increases understanding and improves lives. We strive to transform products, processes and lives by making emotion measurement and communication affordable and respectful. We are committed to building a profitable and thriving business while serving the greater good.
Financials
| Date | Type | Amount | Investors | Valuation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/11 | Series B | 5.7M | Unknown | |
| 08/01/12 | Series C | 12M | Unknown |
Competitors
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News
Let the NeuroGames Begin
January 17, 2013 7:00 pm
Neurogaming is set to disrupt the gaming industry and transform the gaming experience over the next five years. It will ride… Continue reading ⟩
Funding Daily: A big dose of the warm and fuzzies
August 7, 2012 11:48 pm
Today’s investment news is filled with good vibes. Anyone who claims that the world of technology is cold, hard, and… Continue reading ⟩
Marketers, take off your mood rings: Affectiva raises $12M for emotion measurement technology
August 7, 2012 11:30 am
Affectiva absorbed $12 million in a third round of investment for its emotion measurement technology that helps brands and businesses… Continue reading ⟩