Disney bets on AI with ElevenLabs and other AI startups

As part of the tenth anniversary of the Disney Accelerator program, The Walt Disney Company is funding five AI startups, including ElevenLabs, which specializes in creating high-quality synthetic voices. The other companies selected are AudioShake, Nuro, PrometheanAI, and StatusPro, which are working in the areas of AI-powered audio separation, realistic speech synthesis, autonomous vehicle technology, virtual world creation, and immersive sports experiences.

The Disney Accelerator provides participating companies with investment capital, access to co-working space at the Disney Creative Campus, and mentoring and guidance from senior Disney executives. The company typically also invests in participating startups. One of the most prominent graduates of the program: Epic Games.