Canary Speech

05/06/2026

Shifts in mental health don't usually announce themselves. By the time someone fills out a form, raises their hand, or reaches a breaking point, it's much more difficult to mitigate the effects of mental health conditions.

The gap between feeling okay and feeling mentally burned out is the problem, but there are quiet signs in between. They show up in tone, energy, pauses between words—they show up in 𝘷𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘣𝘪𝘰𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘳𝘴.

Demand for mental health support is rising everywhere. Health systems, employers, and individuals are all searching for ways to identify conditions earlier, while time and resources stay constrained.

So the question becomes: how do we 𝘴𝘦𝘦 𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘳 without adding more friction?

At Canary Speech, we believe the answer is already there: in the conversations happening every day.

This May, for Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re focused on one idea: What if a simple check-in could actually tell you more?

Watch this video of our CMO Dr. Kang Hsu, MD and try it for yourself: https://canaryspeech.com/mental-health-awareness/

04/30/2026

What is a vocal biomarker?

It’s the difference between hearing the words “I’m fine”… and knowing someone isn’t from changes in their voice. That idea is actually what led to the founding of Canary Speech.

Today, we use AI to measure those same vocal patterns—tone, pace, pauses—to surface signals that might otherwise go unnoticed.

12/03/2024

Exciting News! Canary Speech has been named to CB Insights’ 2024 Digital Health 50, recognized as one of the most innovative digital health startups in the world under the Non-Invasive Diagnostics category!

From over 10,000 startups, Canary Speech was selected for our seamless vocal biomarker technology—empowering healthcare providers with real-time insights into cognitive and behavioral conditions.

A big thank you to CB Insights for this honor and to our team, partners, and customers who make this recognition possible. Here's to driving meaningful change in healthcare together!

Canary Speech was named as one of CB Insights' 50 most innovative digital health startups for 2024 under non-invasive diagnostics.

06/27/2024

Our CEO and Co-founder, Henry O'Connell, was recently featured on Bloomberg's Vanguards of Health Care podcast.

🔬 Listen and discover how we use over 2,500 speech features to create algorithms capable of independently identifying a diseases from voice during conversation. Our commitment to clinical validation through partnerships with leading healthcare institutions sets us apart in the industry.

🗣️ Tune in to learn about our origins, our foundational team, and our extensive patent portfolio that supports our platform approach for disease model development.

Listen to the full interview here: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/audio/2024-06-27/canary-speech-unlocks-vocal-secrets-vanguards-of-health-care or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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05/28/2024

As May comes to a close, we want to take a moment to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month. At Canary, we believe in the importance of mental health and the power of support and community. Join us in breaking the stigma and fostering a culture of understanding and compassion. 💚

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05/20/2024

Last week our incredible Canary Speech team took a break from the office and rose to new heights in the Wasatch Mountains! We connected, collaborated, and created lasting memories in our offsite retreat.

Being surrounded by nature reminded us of the importance of innovation and growth, both in our work and as a team. We spent our days brainstorming exciting new ideas, refining our strategies, and, of course, enjoying some well-deserved relaxation and team-building activities.

We are energized and ready to bring our best selves back to work, continuing our mission to transform healthcare with objective, actionable data.

03/28/2024

Excited for this partnership with Life365!

We just announced our partnership with Canary Speech, a leader in voice biomarker technology. Our collaboration integrates wearables, sensors, and AI-driven voice biomarkers to expand virtual care to the greater population!

Read more here: https://hubs.la/Q02qWHNg0

12/06/2023

Did you know that the production of speech involves numerous muscles, nerves, and brain regions, making it one of the most complex and rapid motor behaviors our bodies perform? From the intricate coordination of our vocal cords to the nuanced movements of our lips and tongue, every word spoken is a testament to the incredible sophistication of human communication. At Canary Speech, we're passionate about unraveling this marvel, understanding its nuances, and harnessing technology to enhance communication for all.

Through cutting-edge biomarker analysis, we're harnessing the power of data to unlock profound insights into our health. Your voice holds unique patterns that can unveil subtle changes, offering a non-invasive, innovative approach to health monitoring. Demo for yourself today: https://bit.ly/418XEDg

11/01/2023

One of our most asked questions is, "What is a vocal biomarker?" Watch this video and learn how we are improving health one voice at a time!

10/10/2023

It’s World Mental Health Day. Let’s talk, listen, and support each other today and every day.