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Former Plaud exec raises $26M for AI app that listens to you in the background

Ambi, a new AI app from a former Plaud executive, launches ambient capture tools for iPhone, Mac, and Apple Watch. The app records audio in the background, transcribes conversations, and surfaces insights automatically, aiming to streamline workflows for professionals. Ambi just closed a $26 million Series A round, boosting its product roadmap.

TechCrunch AI·Oct 12, 2026

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