Reson8, an Amsterdam-based company specializing in speech technology, has raised €5 million in a pre-seed round led by Balderton Capital, with participation from NP Hard.

Objective: Precision and Sovereignty

The company aims to address the limitations of existing speech recognition systems, where performance often declines across European languages, dialects, and domain-specific terminology. Instead of relying on generic models, Reson8 is building acoustically precise systems that can be adapted in real time using contextual data such as documents, websites, and calendars. Its approach uses lightweight, modular adapters to tailor recognition to specific conversations without increasing latency.

European Infrastructure

Reson8 is building and operating its own European infrastructure, offering greater control over data residency and compliance with regional requirements. At launch, the platform will support more than 20 European languages. This is crucial for companies that need guarantees on data sovereignty and GDPR compliance.

Applications

Reson8’s technology is designed for applications in sectors such as healthcare, legal, and customer support, where specialised vocabulary and fast-paced communication can challenge traditional systems. By prioritising precision and adaptability, the platform aims to reduce errors in transcription and improve usability across different use cases.