Key facts
- Nirva's pendant is designed to listen only to the wearer's speech.
- The device filters out conversations from other people.
- Nirva does not keep audio data or transcripts after processing.
- The companion app provides insights on personality, emotions, and communication style.
- The device weighs eight grams and has a three-day battery life.
Nirva, a startup founded in 2025 by former Meta Reality Labs employees and a fashion brand founder, has raised $33 million for its AI-powered pendant. The company announced a $25 million pre-Series A round, adding to $8 million raised earlier in the year. The device, which can also be worn as a bracelet, is designed to passively listen only to the wearer's speech to provide personal insights, filtering out other conversations to address privacy concerns. Nirva's companion app parses speech to generate insights on personality, emotions, and communication patterns, and does not retain audio data or transcripts after processing. The startup aims to position itself as a personal insights company focused on self-understanding and self-awareness. The $249 device will be available in multiple finishes, with orders opening in November and shipping expected by year-end.