Sama

Sama

Ethical data annotation and model evaluation

About Sama

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Why Sama is rated
B+
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated A on Rating Differentiation

Industries

Enterprise Software

Social Impact

AI & Machine Learning

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$82.5M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2008

Overview

Sama provides data annotation and model evaluation services specifically for applications in computer vision and generative AI. Their platform uses machine learning to deliver high-quality data insights, which helps companies reduce the risk of AI model failures and lower overall costs. What sets Sama apart from its competitors is its commitment to ethical practices and social impact; as a Certified B-Corp, the company not only focuses on serving major enterprises like GM, Ford, Microsoft, and Google but also aims to improve employment opportunities for individuals facing barriers to work. Sama has successfully assisted over 65,000 people in overcoming poverty through its impact model, which combines business with social good.

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What believers are saying

  • Sama's multi-cloud integration speeds up project onboarding by 7x, enhancing efficiency.
  • Partnership with University of Nairobi expands talent pool and fosters innovation.
  • Winning the 2023 Business Intelligence Group Innovation Award boosts Sama's credibility.

What critics are saying

  • Legal challenges in Kenya could harm Sama's reputation and incur financial liabilities.
  • Rapid AGI development may disrupt Sama's data annotation-focused business model.
  • Cultural challenges in University of Nairobi partnership may affect collaboration success.

What makes Sama unique

  • Sama is a Certified B-Corp, emphasizing ethical AI and social impact.
  • The company serves 25% of Fortune 50 companies, including GM, Ford, and Google.
  • Sama specializes in diverse data annotation, including image, video, and sensor data.

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Funding

Total Funding

$82.5M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

2 Rounds

Series B funding is typically for startups that have proven their business model and need more funding to expand rapidly—often by entering new markets or adding more products. Investors are usually venture capital firms that specialize in later-stage investments.
Series B Funding Comparison
Above Average

Industry standards

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$65M
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$70M
Sama
$100M
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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Professional Development Budget

Sabbatical Leave

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

5%
TechMoran
Jul 18th, 2024
After A Bad Rap In Kenya, Sama Partners Uon To Hire Its Faculty And Students

Sama, data annotation and model evaluation firm working on artificial intelligence (AI) models for global players has entered into a strategic partnership with The University of Nairobi (UoN) designed to provide employment opportunities to students and faculty and as well increase the Generative AI (GenAI) skills in Kenya.Sama says the partnership will allow UoN students and faculty to work on various Sama AI projects and gain exposure to the rapidly evolving GenAI environment. Sama will train the staff and students and provide equipment, materials and work areas needed for the part-time employment opportunities.Speaking during the signing of the agreement, Prof Stephen Kiama, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nairobi, highlighted the importance of this collaboration stating, “Our partnership with Sama presents a significant step forward for students and faculty, providing a unique platform for students to apply their academic knowledge in a real-world setting, enhancing their learning and experience and better preparing them for the demands of the AI industry.”This partnership has come at an opportune time as the UoN gears up to establish an Artificial Intelligence School as part of its plans to create skilled manpower for the future.Annepeace Alwala, Sama Vice President Global Service Delivery, stated, “We are thrilled to collaborate with the University of Nairobi to foster the next generation of AI talent in Kenya. This partnership underscores our commitment to driving innovation and creating opportunities for the youth to excel in the rapidly growing field of artificial intelligence. By providing students with practical experience, we are investing in the future of AI and contributing to the growth of the technology sector in Kenya.”This partnership underscores Sama’s commitment to the national economic development agenda espoused by the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BeTA). This initiative is a significant step towards bridging the digital divide, promising to uplift communities, nurture talent and position Kenya within the global AI value chain. Like this:Like Loading...More Like ThisDiscover more from TechMoranSubscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email

Business Wire
Mar 8th, 2024
Sama Annonce Des Événements Clés Pour Soutenir Les Femmes En 2024

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sama, leader des solutions d’annotation de données et de validation de modèles, a réaffirmé aujourd’hui son engagement à investir dans les femmes dans la technologie au sein de ses opérations au Kenya, en Ouganda, en Amérique du Nord et en Europe. À l’occasion de la Journée internationale de la femme (JIF), et dans le cadre d’un effort continu en faveur de l’égalité des sexes, l’entreprise a annoncé son intention de favoriser le développement des femmes à tous les stades de leur carrière tout au long de l’année 2024. Il s’agit notamment d’organiser des conférences dans des établissements d’enseignement secondaire, d’organiser des tables rondes sur le leadership et la technologie avec des femmes influentes dans le domaine de la technologie et de partager des histoires de femmes inspirantes sur les médias sociaux, tant au sein de l’entreprise que dans l’industrie. « L’écart de pauvreté entre les hommes et les femmes reste un problème pressant et croissant, et le manque de représentation féminine continue de nuire à l’IA en tant qu’industrie. Depuis le début, Sama croit en la nécessité de favoriser un environnement où chaque individu, quel que soit son sexe, peut s’épanouir », déclare Wendy Gonzalez, directrice générale de Sama. « C’est un honneur de participer à la création de la prochaine génération de femmes leaders et à la construction d’un avenir inclusif pour l’IA qui profite à tous

PYMNTS
Mar 5th, 2024
Nvidia Ceo Predicts Coming Of General Ai, But Not Everyone’S Onboard

There’s a new “gen” in the artificial intelligence (AI) lexicon. While Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang recently claimed that “artificial general intelligence” could emerge within the next five years, many experts believe that the new technology is not a threat to human jobs or lifestyle in the near future. Huang, the leader of the top global company producing AI chips, answered a query during an economic forum at Stanford University regarding the timeline for achieving Silicon Valley’s enduring ambition of developing computers capable of humanlike thought. He explained that the timeline is significantly influenced by how the goal is characterized. If being able to pass tests intended for humans is the benchmark, he pointed out, we might see the emergence of artificial general intelligence (AGI) soon

Business Wire
Jan 24th, 2024
Sama Launches Multi-Cloud Integration; Increases Speed Of New Project Onboarding By 7X

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sama, the leader in providing data annotation and model validation solutions, today announced the launch of a multi-cloud integration strategy within its platform, offering customers both significant cost savings and easier compliance with both internal and internationally recognized security standards. Customers can now keep their data on one of the three major global cloud storage providers (AWS, Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure) and seamlessly and securely give Sama access to that data. With these new integrations, customer onboarding can be reduced to just one day, speeding the process up as much as 7x. This faster onboarding process reduces the need for custom coding solutions to grant Sama access to customers’ servers, saving resources in addition to time. Sama now offers a complete suite of integrations including compatibility with Python Software Development Kits (SDKs) and the Databricks platform along with Okta, SAML and more. Additionally, Sama’s custom data pipeline integration with these technologies allows the company to work seamlessly with already-designed data flows, eliminating the need for client engineers to set up annotation and validation workflows and further reducing resource use

Business Wire
Jan 11th, 2023
Sama Wins 2023 Business Intelligence Group Innovation Award

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sama, the leader in providing high-quality training data for ambitious AI, announced today that it has won the 2023 Business Intelligence Group Innovation Award for its work with food waste reduction company Orbisk. This annual, global business awards program recognizes organizations, products, and people for bringing new ideas to life in innovative ways.“ Innovation is ‘business critical’ in today’s society,” said Maria Jimenez, chief operating officer of the Business Intelligence Group. “ We are thrilled to honor Sama as they are leading by example and improving the lives of so many.”Sama’s high-quality training data platform is trusted by the world’s most forward-looking organizations to develop accurate machine learning models. The company’s image, video and sensor data annotation and validation for machine learning algorithms are relied upon across industries, including food waste management.Orbisk is a company on a mission to make the world’s food system more manageable, while working with an ethical AI supply chain. Orbisk gives foodservice providers better visibility into their food waste streams, empowering them to make data-informed decisions about their food supply chains. They partnered with Sama to label the data that fuels their AI-powered food waste monitoring solution, empowering chefs and restaurant managers with data-driven insights to help them shrink food waste by as much as 70%.“ We are an innovation-forward company, and the work we’ve done with Orbisk showcases the talent across the Sama team,'' said Wendy Gonzalez, Sama CEO

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