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Sep 2023
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Akooda Secures $11M to Revolutionize Mee...

Jaeden Schafer and Jamie McCauley
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Discover how Akooda, backed by an $11 million investment, aims to transform the way we conduct meetings with the power of AI. In this episode, we delve into Akooda's innovative approach to streamline and improve the meeting experience. Learn how this technology might just put an end to the age-old struggle of unproductive meetings. Get on the AI Box Waitli ... Show More
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