What is the Amazon Alexa Fund?

The Amazon Alexa Fund was originally launched in 2015 to create momentum for voice and smart devices and show the art of what’s possible. Since its launch, the Alexa Fund has provided venture capital funding to fuel not only voice innovation, but also areas such as artificial intelligence, hardware, and entertainment.

What is the Alexa next stage program?

The Alexa Fund, which provides up to $200 million in venture capital funding to fuel voice technology innovation, and Techstars, launched the Alexa Next Stage program in June 2020.

What is Alexa smart energy?

Alexa Startups collaborated with Alea Labs to support its Alexa Smart Energy skill launch in a new product category with Alea's smart air vents that conserve energy by providing room-level control over HVAC systems.

Does Alexa have a lullaby mode?

In November 2020, the company released an update to its Alexa skill, introducing an AI Lullaby mode, a limited-edition sleep soundscape with original vocals and stems (groups of elements that make up the final mix) created exclusively by artist Grimes.