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Our award-winning app lets people from around the world see the conversations around them
Life.
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Powering human connection, one conversation at a time.
About us
Founded in 2022, XRAI was born out of a desire to positively impact human connection, by enabling people to deeper explore the conversations around them.
Our award-winning app combines the latest in extended reality (XR) and artifical intelligence (AI) to give people the tools to engage with the world in new ways.
From real-time transcription and translation, to a powerful AI assistant, we want everyone to be able to see through the noise and be themselves. Connect with friends, collaborate with colleagues, and never miss a moment with XRAI.
In the news
Subtitles. Captions.
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More than 1.5 billion people live with hearing loss, which is nearly 20% of the global population. That’s 1 in 5 people. By 2050, this figure is expected to rise to 2.5 billion.
Our story
In December 2021, our CEO and founder Dan Scarfe flew to the UK to visit his family for Christmas. Dan was especially excited as he hadn’t seen his grandfather, Peter, for some time. However, Dan noticed that Peter wasn’t the same grandfather he remembered.
Despite being at the ripe old age of 97, he was still as brilliant as he ever was. However, despite owning some of the world’s best hearing aids, Peter’s hearing had started to fail him, and he was struggling to connect with the conversations around him.
Throughout the day, Peter looked like an outsider to the family, and it was painful for Dan to watch. As the day went by, Peter watched television with the subtitles on – and he was instantly engaged. It was at this moment that Dan had an epiphany, and he thought – what if he could help subtitle his everyday life?
And with that, XRAI Glass was born.
Our mission
Our mission at XRAI is to use innovative technology to forge clearer, deeper human connections. We enable individuals to see beyond the noise and be themselves, enhancing the way people engage with each other and their environments. By improving access to and the quality of communication, we’re committed to creating more inclusive and meaningful interactions for everyone.
Driving impact
Impact at XRAI isn’t just about technology; it’s about making a genuine difference in people’s lives. Since launching our first captioning glasses in 2022, we’ve done more than just introduce new technology to the world; we’ve broken barriers for those with hearing loss – marking the start of our ongoing journey to reshape the future of inclusiveness and connection.
But our mission doesn’t end with our products. We are deeply dedicated to fostering positive changes throughout our industry and communities. By empowering individuals, strengthening communities, responding in times of need, and encouraging a culture of giving back, we are dedicated to more than just business success—we are committed to building a better, more inclusive future for everyone.
Our milestones.
Fueled by innovation.
Early 2022
In early 2022 we launched our pilot programme, providing our technology to over 50 individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This collaboration allowed us to gather vital feedback and tailor our app to meet real needs.
Late 2022
After months of testing, developing, and tinkering, we introduced the world’s first-ever captioning glasses. Built using the XREAL Air augmented reality glasses, we brought real-time subtitles in front of the eyes, marking a new era in accessibility.
2023
Shortly after launch, we took our platform to the next level by integrating it with ChatGPT, empowering users to effortlessly summarize conversations, ask questions, and receive real-time answers – all brilliantly displayed right before their eyes.
2023
With the launch of Version 2.0, we expanded our horizons by supporting over 140 languages and dialects for seamless real-time communication and translation. We also introduced compatibility with multiple new glasses, staying true to our device-agnostic mission and offering users unparalleled freedom of choice.
2023
We launched XRAI Stream in late 2023, a transformative technology delivering live captioning and translation for events and public speeches without the need for glasses. Just plug your mobile, tablet, or desktop into an audio source, and seamlessly stream subtitles to various devices via WiFi—bringing you closer to the action, wherever you are and in any language.
2024
We debuted the XRAI AR One, a revolutionary all-in-one, wireless smart glasses experience meticulously designed to optimize our app’s capabilities, delivering unmatched convenience and style.
Our company.
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our leadership team.
Fuelled by a legacy of success in technology and charitable work, our founding team united with a shared vision to create a meaningful impact on people’s lives.
Dan Scarfe
Chief Executive Officer & Founder
A seasoned entrepreneur who has been running IT companies for the better part of two decades, Dan loves to envisage the positive and transformational impact technology can have on peoples’ lives.
Jacqui Press
Chief Brand Ambassador
Born profoundly deaf, Jacqui is an expert lipreader with a 20-year career in TV production and consulting families with deaf children, including serving as a trustee for the RNID.
Dr. Shahrzad Cohen
Head of Audiology
A board-certified audiologist with 20+ years of clinical experience, Dr. Cohen is passionate about accessibility and helping people stay connected through hearing and communication solutions.
Dr. Keith Duggar
Chief Technology Officer
A veteran of both Microsoft and Wall Street, Keith has helped enterprises envision, architect, and execute global digital transformation for all technical aspects of large-scale systems of intelligence.
Michael van Klink
Chief Financial Officer
Experienced Chartered Accountant with a strong background in the “Big 4”, Michael has first-hand experience in developing finance and funding for start-ups and high-growth SME businesses.
Lara Scarfe
Chief Operating Officer & Founder
With experience from Google, Slack, LinkedIn, and Microsoft, Lara excels in strategic business operations, with a track record of driving growth and managing clients to achieve strategic success.
Mitchell Feldman
Chief Marketing Officer
An expert in marketing, PR and branding, Mitchell has been working in technology for 30 years. He is always curious about Data, AI and technology that enables real world outcomes.
Dr. Tim Scarfe
Chief Technology Officer (Innovation)
With a PhD in machine learning and a first-class degree in computer science, Tim has two decades of experience in software engineering, and has held key roles at companies like Microsoft and BP.
Paul Mealy
Chief Product Officer
A multidisciplinary creative executive and internationally published author, Paul is responsible for developing and managing international teams of designers, prototypers, developers and researchers.