Synthesia
Platform for creating AI-generated videos by typing text.
Synthesia is a digital media platform enabling organisations to create AI-generated videos directly from text. By removing the need for cameras, studios or on-screen talent, the platform allows teams to produce consistent, scalable video content for training, communications and engagement.
Synthesia was co-founded by a team of researchers and entrepreneurs, including Professor Lourdes Agapito from UCL’s Department of Computer Science.
The Synthesia journey so far:
- 2017: Synthesia is founded
- 2021: The company reaches unicorn status following a significant funding round
- 2023: Launch of enhanced AI avatars and enterprise-focused tools
- 2025: Continued expansion of platform capabilities and international customer base
- 2026: company valued at $4bn
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Interim Director of Physical Sciences & Engineering
UCL School of Management
Marina brings vast expertise in computer science, AI inventions and deep-tech venture building, including developing E-lucid. She graduated in Physics from Imperial College.