# Luka: Information technology & services, San Francisco, United States

> Luka: Luka is a company that develops Replika, an AI friend designed to provide a personalized and engaging companionship experience.

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# Luka

Luka is a company that develops Replika, an AI friend designed to provide a personalized and engaging companionship experience.

Funding reported Last round: Series A

Information technology & services San Francisco, United States

Company summary

- **Founded:** 2014 12 years old
- **Team:** 44 11 to 50 people
- **Funding reported:** $6.6M in dollars
- **Last round:** Series A Nov 2017

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- 2 **Funding reported** A company dataset reports a raise
- 3 **Observed** A filing or a dated announcement confirms a round

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## About Luka

Luka is a company that develops Replika, an AI friend designed to provide a personalized and engaging companionship experience.

Replika is an artificial intelligence application that mimics human interaction, allowing users to have natural conversations and build a unique relationship with their AI companion. The primary focus of Replika is to understand the user's world and adapt to their needs, offering support and companionship over time. In addition to conversational capabilities, Luka also provides interactive narrative scenarios, such as cyberpunk-themed stories where users can engage in problem-solving and exploration. This dual focus appeals to individuals seeking personal AI companionship as well as those interested in interactive storytelling and role-playing experiences.

## What company datasets say Luka raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **$6.6M** in dollars

Last round **Series A**

Last round size **$6.5M**

Last round date **Nov 2017**

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

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Built with from their website

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- **Sector:** Information technology & services
- **Industry code:** NAICS 54151, 513210, 519290, SIC 7375, 7372
- **Region:** California

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