ChatGPT mania sends these obscure artificial intelligence stocks soaring as hype extends beyond big caps

The craze surrounding OpenAI's ChatGPT has reached small-cap artificial intelligence stocks, as investors relay excitement over the potential future of the space. Under-the-radar firms BigBear.ai and SoundHound AI have both seen bullish runs in recent months. In January alone, BigBear saw an increase of 356%, while SoundHound climbed 56%. BigBear.ai is rooted in artificial intelligence, and the firm's breadth of products offer applications to industries including healthcare, government and manufacturing. SoundHound, meanwhile, focuses on conversational intelligence, which integrates AI interactions with users that is voice activated.