Amazon has officially acquired Bee, a San Francisco-based startup specializing in artificial intelligence (AI). This announcement was made on Tuesday by Bee’s Co-founder and CEO, who emphasized that the acquisition will facilitate the development of “truly personal, agentic AI.” Bee is known for its innovative wearable devices that listen to conversations, summarizing discussions and offering valuable insights, while also allowing users to manage to-do lists and chat about their daily interactions through a companion app.
Amazon Acquires Bee AI
The Bee website is now adorned with a message declaring, “Bee is joining Amazon! We’re incredibly grateful to our customers and community, and we’re excited to continue our journey with you.” In a connected update, Maria de Lourdes Zollo, Co-Founder and CEO of Bee, confirmed the acquisition in a LinkedIn post.
Zollo stated that partnering with Amazon will help bring “truly” personal agentic AI to a wider audience. However, the financial details of the acquisition have not been made public. According to a report by Technology News, all employees of Bee have been extended offers to join Amazon.
Amazon spokesperson Alexandra Miller commented that the company plans to collaborate with Bee to enhance user control over future devices. She also stressed the importance of data privacy, reassuring that Amazon intends to implement its robust privacy measures within Bee’s technologies.
Prior to the acquisition, Bee had launched a Fitbit-like wearable device known as Bee Pioneer, which is a wrist strap priced at $49.99 (approximately Rs. 4,300). This device is designed to capture conversations and summarize key points using AI-driven technology. It sets reminders, compiles to-do lists, and offers users a platform to converse with the AI about their day. Furthermore, the device can be worn in various styles, including as a clip on clothing.
