German AI startup Parloa tripled its valuation to about $3 billion after completing a new funding round, according to Reuters. The company is based in Berlin and focuses on conversational artificial intelligence for enterprises. The latest fundraise took place in January 2026.
The financing round included participation from new and existing investors. Reuters reported that the total amount raised was not disclosed. The funding significantly increased Parloa’s valuation compared with its previous round.
Parloa develops AI software used by large companies to manage customer interactions. Its platform supports voice based and chat based communication. The technology helps automate customer service across phone calls, messaging apps, and digital assistants.
The company’s system allows businesses to design, deploy, and monitor AI driven conversations. Parloa provides tools for speech recognition, natural language processing, and analytics. These features help companies handle high volumes of customer inquiries.
Parloa said demand for conversational AI has increased as companies seek to reduce costs and improve efficiency. Enterprises are investing in automation to manage customer support at scale. Parloa’s software integrates with existing customer service systems and cloud platforms.
The company plans to use the new funding to expand operations. Parloa intends to invest in product development and engineering. Hiring plans include adding staff in technical and customer facing roles.
Parloa also aims to grow its presence outside Germany. The company has customers across Europe and is targeting further expansion into international markets. The funding will support market entry efforts and partnerships abroad.
Reuters noted that Parloa competes in a crowded AI sector. Many startups and established firms offer conversational AI tools. Investors continue to back companies with enterprise focused platforms and recurring revenue models.
Parloa was founded by entrepreneurs with experience in voice technology and software development. The company has positioned itself as an infrastructure provider rather than a consumer facing AI product. Its customers include large corporations using AI to manage service operations.
The funding comes amid strong investment activity in artificial intelligence across Europe. Several AI startups have reached billion dollar valuations in recent years. Parloa’s valuation increase reflects investor interest in enterprise automation software.
Parloa did not provide financial performance figures in the report. The company said the funding will help scale its technology and customer base. The latest round places Parloa among the most highly valued AI startups in Germany.
