Deepgram

Deepgram provides speech-to-text, text-to-speech, voice agent, and audio intelligence APIs that help startups build and scale voice-powered products. Designed for lean development teams, Deepgram allows founders to ship faster, reduce infrastructure complexity, and extend runway with generous usage credits. Through XRaise, eligible startups can receive up to $100,000 in credits valid for 12 months. What you get Up to $100,000 in platform credits, valid for 12 months Access to all major APIs: Speech-to-Text, Text-to-Speech, Voice Agent, and Audio Intelligence Guidance from Deepgram researchers and engineers Access to a community of 500+ voice AI startups and exclusive events Credits deposited within 24–48 hours after approval Typical application response time: under one week $200 promotional credit for all new accounts Why it matters for startups Extend runway with substantial credits while validating product-market fit Build quickly using production-grade APIs for transcription, voice, and audio intelligence Reduce integration risk with direct engineering access and an active builder community Move from prototype to launch faster with rapid credit activation Use cases / best for Voice agents and conversational AI products Contact centers and speech analytics Media and podcast transcription Medical, legal, and domain-specific transcription workflows FAQs 1. How are credits allocated? Allocation depends on startup stage, use case, and growth potential; eligible teams may receive up to $100,000. 2. When do credits expire? Credits expire 12 months after issuance. 3. How long does approval and credit activation take? Deepgram typically responds within one week and deposits credits within 24–48 hours after approval. 4. Can existing customers apply? Yes. Existing customers may be approved on a case-by-case basis. 5. Can I add team members? Yes. Billing is usage-based, not per user.