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Auddia Inc. (NASDAQ: AUUD) is an AI-first audio technology company whose news flow centers on product innovation, strategic restructuring, and the evolution of its business model. The company regularly issues updates on its proprietary AI platform for audio identification and classification, which powers the faidr mobile app for ad-free AM/FM radio and podcast listening.
Recent announcements highlight Auddia’s transition from a direct-to-consumer subscription model to a B2B SaaS model focused on AI-driven music discovery. News items describe how faidr’s premium AI features are being made free to consumers, while monetization shifts to artists and labels that subscribe to the company’s Discovr Radio platform for guaranteed plays on AM/FM radio streams. These developments are central to understanding Auddia’s strategic direction.
Investors and followers of AUUD can also track corporate updates on the planned restructuring into an AI-native holding company, including the non-binding letter of intent for a business combination with Thramann Holdings, LLC and the identification of McCarthy Finney (MCFN) as the proposed surviving public company name. Additional news covers engineering team restructuring to support the holding company model, leadership changes, and capital markets actions such as a reverse stock split aimed at maintaining Nasdaq listing standards.
On this news page, readers can review press releases about new AI models within faidr, such as the binary AI model that enables music-only listening on FM stations, as well as updates to the company’s corporate overview and superapp strategy. For anyone following AI in audio streaming, artist promotion tools, or small-cap technology restructuring around AI and web3 themes, Auddia’s news provides insight into how the company is positioning itself and its products.
Auddia Inc. (NASDAQ:AUUD, AUUDW), a pioneer in audio engagement through AI technology, will present at the Ladenburg Thalmann Tech Expo 2023.
Date: April 27, 2023, Location: Convene, 101 Park Avenue, New York City, Time: 12:30 PM ET.
The expo will showcase approximately 50 tech companies, covering media, software, and hardware sectors. Auddia's platform, including its flagship app faidr, revolutionizes audio streaming with features like subscription-based AM/FM listening, interactive podcast feeds, and a unique chat interface for music.
For more details about the presentation, attendees can access the webcast.
Auddia has announced securing bridge financing from insiders of $2.75 million, enhancing its existing non-convertible debt from $2 million. This interim financing aims to support advancements in ongoing M&A discussions and is intended to catalyze growth metrics for its faidr platform. The company is in active negotiations with three AM/FM streaming aggregator properties, targeting potential agreements that could significantly boost revenue, with these properties currently generating approximately $6.5 million annually. Auddia aims to improve user acquisition for faidr, with a projected cost per install of $1.80 by midyear, targeting over 10 million monthly active users. The firm has decided to withdraw a pending S-1 registration for a secondary stock offering due to favorable private financing terms, underscoring its strategy to enhance user metrics and revenue generation.
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Auddia Inc. (NASDAQ:AUUD, AUUDW) announced its iOS app, faidr, achieved a 10% subscription conversion rate within 45 days of monetization, surpassing the initial 7% target. The exclusive content feature, faidrRadio, garnered 33% engagement from users. This performance positions the company well ahead of its mid-year goals for subscription metrics. The plan included converting users to a $5.99/month subscription model while maintaining a $1.80 cost-per-install across platforms. Auddia aims to launch similar features on Android by early Q2 2023.
Auddia Inc. (NASDAQ:AUUD, AUUDW) has launched podcast functionality on its faidr iOS app, completing the first phase of its Superapp strategy. This update allows users to enjoy commercial-free AM/FM alongside exclusive content and now podcasts, enhancing the app's appeal against competitors. Auddia's CEO Michael Lawless emphasized the significance of this feature, noting that faidr offers over 6,200 AM/FM stations, with 98% available ad-free. The company plans to introduce podcasting to its Android app in early Q2.
Auddia Inc. (NASDAQ: AUUD, AUUDW) has filed a broad patent application aimed at enhancing AI engines for real-time GPT conversations, particularly targeting the creation of domain-specific models, including a MusicGPT. This move adds to Auddia's proprietary AI platform, which powers its audio app, faidr. The first product utilizing this technology, ChatMusic, will function as a unique music player integrating chat capabilities, revolutionizing user interaction with music. The new algorithms will optimize GPT prompts to enhance user-generated audio content across AM/FM radio, podcasts, and music within the faidr superapp.
Auddia Inc. (NASDAQ:AUUD, AUUDW) will present at the Third Annual Winter Wonderland - Best Ideas Virtual Investor Conference from February 21-24, 2023. Jeff Thramann, Executive Chairman, is scheduled to speak on February 22 at 11:30 AM ET. The conference features the top 37 best ideas recommended by qualified institutional investors. Auddia's innovative AI platform enhances audio engagement, offering a flagship superapp, faidr, which provides subscription-based, ad-free listening and interactive podcasts. Interested parties can register for the conference or inquire about one-on-one meetings via email.
Auddia Inc. (NASDAQ:AUUD, AUUDW) announced the appointment of Tim Ackerman as Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Ackerman succeeds Brian Hoff, who resigned in November 2022. With over 20 years of experience in finance and operations within software industries, Ackerman previously served as CFO at Premier Crop Systems and held a VP position at CSG International. His leadership is expected to support Auddia's aggressive growth goals in 2023, particularly with the company's recent product launches, including the faidr audio superapp. He has been granted stock options and restricted stock units as part of his compensation package.
Auddia Inc. (NASDAQ:AUUD, AUUDW) announced the launch of its proprietary audio content hosting and streaming system for their flagship app, faidr. The new system supports full-song streaming in music podcasts, allowing for a unique audio experience. faidrRadio, available on iOS since January 24, 2023, features Music Casts and Music Stations and plans to expand to Android soon. The system is designed for dynamic content delivery and complies with music-streaming guidelines. Auddia aims to enhance user interaction with features like pausing and skipping songs. The company plans to introduce podcasts within the app by the end of Q1 2023.
Auddia Inc. (NASDAQ: AUUD, AUUDW) has launched faidrRadio, a premium audio content feature in its faidr app, available initially to iOS users and later to Android users. This offering includes curated music playlists, termed Music Stations, and DJ-hosted episodic programming labeled Music Casts. At launch, the service features seven Music Stations and 30 Music Casts, with plans for growth in 2023. The launch aligns with Auddia's broader strategy to enhance its audio Superapp, which aims to integrate exclusive content and podcasts. CEO Michael Lawless emphasizes the unique value of this content in engaging users and supporting new artists.