Meet Joshua Xu, a visionary technologist and the driving force behind HeyGen. As Co-Founder and CEO, Joshua leads the mission to make AI-generated video and visual storytelling accessible to everyone through innovative AI video generators. Before launching HeyGen, equipped with a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University, he was a lead engineer at Snapchat, where he introduced significant innovations in ads ranking, machine learning, and computational photography. Joshua combines deep technical expertise in AI and entrepreneurial instincts. His passion for AI video technology and intuitive user experiences continues to define the future of video creation. Dive into Joshua’s insights as he explores the intersection of creativity, AI, and storytelling.
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HeyGen, an artificial intelligence startup that lets users quickly create realistic-looking avatars, has raised $60 million in a funding round that values the company at $500 million.