Agora, Inc. (NASDAQ: API) operates a global real-time engagement platform designed to enable developers to add interactive voice, video, live streaming and messaging capabilities to mobile, web and desktop applications. Since its founding in 2014, Agora has focused on providing low-latency, high-quality communications through its Real-Time Engagement (RTE) platform, powering applications across social media, gaming, e-commerce, telehealth and online education. The company’s SDKs and APIs abstract the complexity of real-time connectivity, allowing clients to integrate multimedia interactions with minimal development effort.
At the core of Agora’s offering is its Real-Time SDK, which supports high-definition audio and video calls, interactive live broadcasting and real-time messaging. The platform leverages a global network of data centers and proprietary routing technology to minimize latency and optimize quality of experience. Additional services include real-time recording, voice and video effects, and an interactive whiteboard module aimed at virtual classrooms and collaboration tools. Agora’s pay-as-you-use pricing model allows customers to scale usage dynamically without upfront infrastructure investments.
Agora serves a diverse set of geographies, with operations spanning North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America. Its network presence in more than 200 regions ensures redundancy and resilience for mission-critical applications. Key customer verticals include social platforms seeking group calling features, gaming studios requiring in-game voice chat, e-commerce companies hosting live shopping events, telemedicine providers enabling remote consultations, and educational technology firms delivering virtual lectures and tutoring.
Under the leadership of co-founder and CEO Tony Zhao, Agora has expanded rapidly from its Silicon Valley headquarters, establishing regional offices in Beijing, Singapore and Amsterdam. The executive team includes seasoned technology and finance professionals who have guided the company through global market expansion and public listing. Backed by investors such as SIG Asia Investments and GGV Capital, Agora continues to invest in network infrastructure and product innovation to maintain its position as a leading provider of real-time engagement solutions.
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