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ELEVENLABS HITS $22B VALUATION IN STOCK TENDER

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WED, SEP 30, 2026

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ElevenLabs, the AI speech-generation startup, reached a $22 billion valuation as existing investors and employees sold $300 million in stock during a tender offer led by Wellington and T Rowe Price.

The secondary share sale marks a significant milestone for the text-to-speech platform, which has gained traction in the generative AI boom. Wellington Management and T Rowe Price led the tender offer, allowing current shareholders to liquidate positions without requiring new primary funding. The $22 billion valuation reflects growing investor confidence in AI voice technology. ElevenLabs has positioned itself as a leading player in synthetic speech generation, competing in a market increasingly critical to applications ranging from content creation to accessibility tools. This tender structure—rather than a traditional funding round—signals a shift in how late-stage startups manage shareholder liquidity. Existing backers and employees gain exit opportunities while the company maintains operational focus. ElevenLabs has not disclosed plans for additional capital raises, though the valuation establishes a reference point for future funding discussions in the competitive AI landscape.

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