# PLAUD.AI acquires Y Combinator-backed StarJar to advance enterprise solutions, with USD 180 million in annual revenue, 10 times growth for two consecutive years, and over 700,000 users globally

In 2025, Yahoo Finance reported that AI note-taking hardware company PLAUD.AI acquired YC-backed StarJar. Annual operating revenue reached USD 180 million, with growth of 10 times for two consecutive years and more than 700,000 users globally.



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## Sources

- https://finance.yahoo.com/news/plaud-ai-acquires-yc-backed-130000190.html