Medvoice is an educational technology company that specializes in providing a learning platform for healthcare professionals. It offers a subscription-based service featuring a variety of lectures and speakers, allowing medical practitioners to continually develop their skills and stay updated with advancements in their respective fields at a cost-effective price.
LearnTube
Non Equity Assistance in 2024
LearnTube provides upskilling and job-oriented courses for college graduates.
EdVisorly is a platform that facilitates the transition of community college students to four-year universities. It enables students to explore transfer-friendly universities, engage with university counselors and admissions teams, and create accurate course plans for their target bachelor's degree programs.
Bluedot
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Bluedot is a modern LMS that helps distributed teams across the company stay organized and connected. Baked by On Deck, Google Startup fund, and a fantastic team of angels.
Tilli
Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Tilli is a social-emotional learning tool for early learners.
Targemy - Challenges from influencers
Grant in 2023
This is a mobile app designed for creating tasks in the form of challenges, showcasing progress, and achieving goals. The developers at Targemy have created an educational format of challenges based on social network features. Targemy aims to help users achieve their personal and professional goals by providing them with the opportunity to participate in challenges, demonstrate, and track progress. Our mission is to create a community that fosters mutual support, learning, and development.
Filo
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Filo is an educational technology company that offers a tutoring platform designed for immediate, one-on-one support. The platform enables students to connect with online tutors in less than 60 seconds, allowing them to receive timely assistance with their academic questions and challenges. By facilitating instant access to knowledgeable tutors, Filo aims to enhance students' understanding of concepts and improve their performance in exams. The service focuses on providing personalized guidance, ensuring that learners can address their doubts efficiently and effectively.
Knorish
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Knorish empowers publishers and knowledge commerce entrepreneurs globally by providing an innovative platform to convert expertise into branded online courses. Recognized for its innovation, Knorish enables users to build, launch, and sell courses while promoting their brand.
Excel@Uni
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Excel@Uni, established in 2018 and located in Cape Town, Western Cape, focuses on enhancing educational outcomes for youth by providing comprehensive support services throughout their university experience. The company specializes in bursary administration, managing various aspects of the bursary ecosystem, including recruitment, selection, monitoring, documentation, reporting, and providing ongoing support to bursars. By streamlining these processes, Excel@Uni aims to increase students' chances of graduating and to better prepare them for future employment opportunities.
Zydii
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Founded in 2016, Zydii operates an online learning platform tailored for African businesses. It offers localized digital courses accessible via online and offline methods (USSD & SMS), focusing on upskilling employees with affordable, relevant personal development and technical skills courses.
Zydii
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Founded in 2016, Zydii operates an online learning platform tailored for African businesses. It offers localized digital courses accessible via online and offline methods (USSD & SMS), focusing on upskilling employees with affordable, relevant personal development and technical skills courses.
Wela School Systems
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Wela School Systems streamlines education by providing an end-to-end software platform for students, parents, and schools. It automates manual processes like grade tracking, announcements, billing, and enrollment, enabling institutions to focus on delivering quality education. Currently serving over 190 schools nationwide and internationally.
Bluente
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Bluente specializes in mobile language learning apps, focusing on Mandarin for professional use. It offers flashcards, practice questions, and role-play scenarios to enhance users' business Mandarin skills.
OOOLAB
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
OOOLAB develops LearningOS, a low-code Learning Experience Platform that provides educators and organizations with a flexible infrastructure for learning. The platform enables the creation of custom e-learning courses with targeted objectives, gamified activities, professional alignment, and accurate assessment, supporting corporate training and vocational education. By enabling clients to design tailored upskilling programs, LearningOS helps workforce development while also supporting student learning and promoting holistic wellness and mental wellbeing.
Mindtera
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Mindtera is a technology-enabled company in education and workforce wellbeing based in Jakarta, Indonesia, founded in 2021. It delivers personal growth through learning about multiple intelligences—emotional, social, physical, and occupational—via personalized online life coaching and scientifically validated curricula. The company also offers an employee assistance platform for businesses that includes assessments, coaching, and daily productivity tools to enhance emotional and social intelligence, improve well-being, and support a sustainable, high-performing workforce.
Mathema online school is the most efficient method of learning school mathematics online.
LarnU is an educational platform designed to democratize access to essential skills for career advancement. It offers a gamified learning experience that allows users to learn to code in just five minutes a day. The platform provides customized training across various fields, including digital marketing, e-commerce, programming, and personal and professional development. By focusing on user-specific needs, LarnU enables individuals to enhance their professional wellness and accelerate their career growth.
Lessonbee
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Lessonbee Inc. is an educational technology company that specializes in providing an online learning platform and digital curriculum focused on health and wellness for students in grades K-12. Founded in 2017 and based in Mount Vernon, New York, Lessonbee offers a cloud-based reflective learning system that includes adaptive lessons and a shared content library. This platform enables teachers to access up-to-date, culturally responsive, and medically accurate health education content, track student assignments, and foster student engagement through regular reflection. Additionally, Lessonbee incorporates its proprietary HealthIQ analytics to evaluate student health goals and school climate, recommending personalized content from its extensive library of self-paced classes and video-based lessons aligned with state and national health education standards. By promoting collaboration among educators, parents, and healthcare providers, Lessonbee aims to enhance student well-being and health literacy.
Tanoshi
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Tanoshi develops safe, fun, and educational consumer electronics for children aged 6-12. Its flagship product is an Android laptop designed to enhance parental control and educational efficiency, featuring an inbuilt camera, proximity sensors, and pre-loaded age-appropriate educational applications.
Tapestree
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Tapestree is a community-building employee engagement platform designed to enhance connectivity and personal growth within organizations. It offers a peer-to-peer coaching system that connects employees with one another, fostering a sense of purpose and belonging. By leveraging the expertise of peers, Tapestree helps organizations bridge gaps in inclusion and learning, ultimately driving engagement and enhancing workplace culture.
Safer Management
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Safer Management is a software company that sells AI attendance tracking software to public and private schools, colleges, and universities to track students' attendance data.
PlaBook is a developer of a reading application aimed at enhancing the reading, learning, and entertainment experiences for the next generation. The company's innovative platform leverages artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and speech recognition to support children in mastering reading fundamentals. By providing tools that assist both students and teachers, PlaBook addresses the evolving educational needs, making the process of learning to read more engaging and effective.
Driven Education
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Driven Education is an edtech platform for high-potential youth with the goal of training the country's future technology leaders. The platform invests in high-potential young people committed to entering and growing rapidly in technology companies. They believe in agile education (education that adapts to the labor market), human education (education that puts people first), and courageous education (which challenges the status quo with regard to the quality of education for employability).
Driven's mission is to build the college where they would have liked to study, through an agile and real-world learning journey that is always connected to the job market.
EdLight
Pre Seed Round in 2022
EdLight provides a platform that digitizes handwritten student work, enabling teachers to annotate, draw on images, and add audio, stickers, and text boxes to streamline feedback and assessment of student progress.
Palan
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Palan, Inc. operates a digital creative agency focused on democratizing augmented reality (AR). Their core product, palanAR, is a no-code AR creation platform, empowering users across various sectors, such as education, tourism, and entertainment, to develop their own AR experiences. With 9,000 users and a cumulative 25,000 AR creations, Palan's services span system development, mobile app development, website development, and web-based development, transforming ideas into tangible products through design and system development.
GloStudy
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
GloStudy is a web-based platform that helps students worldwide discover and apply to suitable educational programs. It uses artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics to assess students' profiles, provide personalized recommendations, and streamline the application process for international education. The platform offers an intelligent questionnaire and an AI-driven chatbot for student support, covering programs from countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.
Bilingüe develops a language learning app that combines secondary language development with play-based learning. It couple gamified language learning activities with digitally interactive hardware known as DigiPieces. These come in the form of letters, numbers, and shapes and are used to complete culturally sensitive bilingual language lessons directly on touchscreen tablets. AI is used to develop lessons based on the user's primary and secondary language needs.
Coally
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Coally is an Edtech and freelance platform designed to address youth unemployment in Latin America by connecting small and medium enterprises with qualified young professionals. The platform facilitates this connection by allowing businesses to post challenges that youth can apply to solve. Coally selectively pairs enterprises with teams of two educated young individuals, who are guided through a customized training program featuring step-by-step instructions delivered via short videos and text. This innovative approach ensures that professional services are provided in a timely, cost-effective manner, while also equipping young professionals with valuable skills and experience.
Thimble.io Inc. is a company based in Buffalo, New York, that specializes in DIY electronics kits designed to teach users how to code, build, and customize their own projects. Established in 2013, Thimble offers a subscription service that delivers monthly maker boxes, enabling subscribers to learn and apply technical skills through hands-on experience. The company supports an inclusive learning environment, encouraging users to personalize and remix their kits according to their interests and abilities. Thimble also emphasizes an open-source philosophy by sharing schematics, designs, and methodologies for their kits. Additionally, Thimble provides live and on-demand classes focused on robotics and coding, aimed at educating children and teenagers and preparing them for potential careers in engineering and technology.
Beepboop is a gamified language learning platform designed to enhance student engagement through interactive exercises known as Drills. The platform allows educators to effectively manage large groups of students in online learning environments, focusing on spoken language skills. Beepboop leverages artificial intelligence to facilitate personalized learning experiences, enabling live instructors to guide students during these exercises. By emphasizing audio-only virtual classrooms, the platform promotes direct interaction and real-time feedback, making language learning more dynamic and effective. This approach allows educators to harness their charisma and compassion to motivate and inspire students, ultimately improving the overall language acquisition process.
Tinto
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Tinto is a wellness company focused on maternal health and personalized nutrition. The company offers a mobile app for pregnant and postnatal mothers that provides clinical advice on motherhood and parenting and connects users with expert support. It also operates a personal wellness platform that designs supplement plans aligned with individual health goals. Using clinically informed assessments, Tinto aims to identify the root causes of suboptimal wellness and to guide users toward healthier outcomes with the help of nutritionists and curated programs. The service emphasizes a premium, personalized experience that adapts to each user’s evolving needs, supporting progress throughout pregnancy and the postnatal period.
Founderland
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Founderland is a community platform focused on empowering women of color founders to build sustainable businesses. By bridging the funding gap, it aims to create a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem. The organization offers resources and education designed to enhance investor readiness, while facilitating connections among women of color founders. This supportive platform enables members to share experiences and insights, fostering a sense of community among individuals who face similar challenges in their business journeys. Through these initiatives, Founderland strives to level the playing field in the startup landscape.
isaac
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Isaac is an all-in-one platform designed to streamline financial management for schools, enabling them to focus on educational priorities. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services, including payment processing, financial products, software, and communication tools. By managing and automating tuition payment receivables, Isaac mitigates financial risks for educational institutions while ensuring a seamless payment experience for parents. Additionally, the platform offers insights into the financial condition of schools, allowing for better planning and resource allocation. Each month, Isaac transfers a predetermined amount to the school, reflecting their future income, thereby supporting the institution’s financial stability and operational efficiency.
Lingawa
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Lingawa is a fast growing edtech company making quality education accessible to all.
Through an online tutoring platform and machine learning-driven learning app, Topset provides affordable, personalized solutions to supplement children’s schooling and for African language learning.
BAG Innovation
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
BAG Innovation Ltd is a digital platform based in Kigali, Rwanda, that connects academic institutions and businesses in East Africa. Established in 2017, the company offers a gamified experience for university students, providing access to various internship programs and skills development modules. Through its platform, BAG Innovation collaborates with employers to deliver interactive assessments that align with industry skill requirements, enabling students to build personalized skills profiles and receive tailored career guidance from the beginning of their studies. This approach allows businesses to efficiently engage with a larger pool of students for internships, facilitating work-life experience transfer without additional effort. The company's innovative use of gamification, developed by a team that includes creators from the gaming industry, enhances student engagement and retention. BAG Innovation operates on a freemium model, attracting users while generating revenue through premium subscriptions for businesses and educational institutions, thereby integrating career development support into university curricula.
Procyan
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Procyan is a developer of an AI‑powered math learning platform that delivers personalized education experiences. Its platform includes tools for problem creation, recommendation engines, AI‑driven math chatbots, and virtual math tutors, allowing students to practice, learn concepts, and receive tailored feedback in their preferred language.
EducateMe
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
EducateMe is a platform that facilitates the creation of learning infrastructure for cohort-based courses. It offers automated course structure generation, lesson and quiz creation, assignment handling with automated feedback, live session support, and analytics to help academies and corporate training providers deliver efficient and engaging learning programs.
GIOS - Global Innovative Online School
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
GIOS - Global Innovative Online School is an educational platform focused on remote and blended learning, particularly in mathematics and critical thinking. It offers an interactive environment that engages children in the educational process through animated courses presented in simple language and a game-like format, making complex topics easier to understand. For educators, GIOS provides essential tools for remote teaching, including a flexible course builder, an interactive material library, and comprehensive assessment and analytics features. The company's mission is to transform the educational landscape by offering an affordable and modern approach to teaching millions of schoolchildren worldwide.
Mate Academy
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Mate Academy is an educational technology startup founded in 2015 and based in Kyiv, Ukraine. The institution focuses on teaching individuals to code from scratch, providing comprehensive online training in various programming languages. It offers its services entirely free of charge until students secure employment. This model allows aspiring programmers to access high-quality educational content and build their careers in technology without financial constraints. With a commitment to fostering talent globally, Mate Academy aims to equip learners with the skills needed to succeed in the tech industry through real-time instruction from experienced educators.
The Marking App
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
The Marking App provides a data-free application that automatically marks handwritten school assessments while also automating school administration.
Entri
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Entri is a vernacular language learning platform aimed at teachers and students, focusing on preparing job aspirants for government and private sector examinations in India. The platform has reportedly been utilized by up to 750,000 students and 2,300 teachers, offering a variety of learning resources including mock tests, adaptive assessments, flashcards, and video lessons. Entri's content is designed to be accessible in local languages, thus enabling users to engage with competitive exam preparation in a language they are comfortable with. This approach not only enhances the learning experience but also supports individuals in achieving their career goals.
Language Curry
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Language Curry is a language-learning application focused on teaching various Indian languages. The company provides a platform that features a curriculum developed by language experts, ensuring a high-quality educational experience. Its approach combines translation and script-based pedagogy, allowing users to immerse themselves in the local culture through cultural insights and transliteration. The app also incorporates an interactive gamified interface to enhance user engagement and offers curated ebooks about India and its culture, further enriching the learning experience. Through these services, Language Curry aims to promote a deeper understanding of Indian languages and cultural nuances.
Study Valley
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Study Valley is a developer of an educational application focused on STEM education services. The company provides video tutorials accompanied by practice notes, facilitating a deeper understanding of the material. Its application is designed to encourage students to engage in semi-autonomous learning, allowing them to analyze their mistakes and enhance their academic performance. Through its innovative approach, Study Valley aims to improve student outcomes in STEM subjects.
Oppti
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Oppti is a digital platform designed to assist high school students in finding employer-provided professional development opportunities. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Oppti connects students with employers seeking interns for various projects. The platform not only facilitates the creation of internships but also aids companies in managing their interns effectively, allowing students to gain valuable real-world experience. By collaborating with employers and educational institutions across the country, Oppti aims to enhance students' career development and transition from academic learning to practical application, ultimately equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge for future employment.
Lingopie
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Lingopie Inc. is an innovative online platform that facilitates language learning through the integration of television shows and movies. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, Lingopie leverages natural language processing technology and linguistic research to create an engaging learning experience. The platform features a vast library of foreign TV shows and movies, each equipped with native subtitles that enhance comprehension. Users can click on any foreign word for instant translation, which is then added to a personal word bank for later review. Additional interactive tools, such as a built-in flashcard game, further enrich the learning process. By transforming popular media into educational content, Lingopie aims to empower millions of users worldwide to achieve language fluency in an intuitive and enjoyable manner.
Angaza Elimu
Grant in 2021
Angaza Elimu is an ed-tech company dedicated to transforming education in Kenya and across Africa by addressing classroom inefficiencies and the lack of adequate educational resources. The company offers a comprehensive e-Learning platform that simplifies classroom management, allowing teachers to focus more on delivering quality education. Angaza Elimu enhances student engagement through a Student Portal that promotes critical thinking and technological interaction. Additionally, the company provides supplemental training in STEM subjects, fostering innovation and creativity among young learners. With a commitment to empowering African youth, Angaza Elimu also features an Internet of Things school that offers hands-on training in hardware engineering, enabling students to learn at their own pace both inside and outside the classroom.
Gradely.ng
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Gradely.ng Limited operates a personalized learning platform designed for secondary school students in Nigeria. Founded in 2019 and based in Yaba, the company utilizes artificial intelligence to provide tailored learning materials, online tutorials, and video lessons. Gradely focuses on enhancing exam preparation by offering assessment reporting, tracking, and training for teachers, along with computer-based tests and a learning progress tracker for schools. The platform employs analytics to identify and address learning gaps in real-time, assisting parents and educators in supporting students effectively. Through adaptive homework tests available on web and mobile devices, Gradely assesses students' understanding of various topics and recommends specific practice sets and remedial resources. The system allows teachers to create and assign homework efficiently, while generating progress reports for students, parents, and schools. Gradely's innovative approach ensures a comprehensive learning experience by continuously adjusting the difficulty of questions based on students' mastery levels.
HITCH Tech
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Founded in 2018 and based in Kitchener, Canada, HITCH Tech Inc. develops an educational video platform tailored for African schools. It creates battery-powered video hotspots that store educational videos offline, allowing students to access them regardless of power or internet connectivity.
LiftEd
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
LiftEd is a continuous monitoring, intervention, and instructional support platform. It empowers teachers, related service (speech/occupational therapists, behaviorists, psychologists, etc.) and other Special Education professionals to rigorously track progress data, intelligently refine instruction/intervention strategies, and accelerate outcomes for learners with disAbilities or differences ages 3-22.
Boddle
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Boddle is an education technology company that provides a game-based learning platform for K-12 students, with a focus on STEM. The platform combines gameplay, adaptive learning, and AI to personalize practice, monitor progress, and identify foundational skills that need reinforcement. It translates student responses into actionable reports for teachers to differentiate instruction and support mastery at an appropriate pace. Founded in February 2018 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Boddle is designed to engage students and help teachers measure growth in STEM learning.
ErudiFi
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
ErudiFi is a mission-driven technology company focused on making education affordable in Southeast Asia. It operates under the brands Danacita in Indonesia and Bukas in the Philippines, expanding access to higher education by funding thousands of students through technology-enabled partnerships with universities and vocational schools. The company provides an education financing platform that enables students to apply for loans online and receive approvals based on factors such as family income, field of study, and merit, offering low-interest, affordable loans while reducing documentation hassles. By expanding access to financing, ErudiFi aims to drive educational opportunity and support long-term social and economic development in the region.
Yoda App
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Yoda App is an Instagram for learning. It is an app that brings the most interesting content to life on one app screen.
Scoodle
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Scoodle Ltd is a London-based company that has developed an application designed to connect students with tutors. Founded in 2016, the platform allows students to ask questions across various subjects and receive answers from qualified tutors. Users can follow up by booking lessons or joining classes, facilitating a direct and interactive learning experience. Scoodle aims to make quality tutoring more accessible, enabling tutors from different regions, such as an Arabic expert in Egypt, to create classes for a global audience. The content generated by tutors on the platform remains available for future students, ensuring that the educational benefits extend beyond individual sessions.
Angaza Elimu
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Angaza Elimu is an ed-tech company dedicated to transforming education in Kenya and across Africa by addressing classroom inefficiencies and the lack of adequate educational resources. The company offers a comprehensive e-Learning platform that simplifies classroom management, allowing teachers to focus more on delivering quality education. Angaza Elimu enhances student engagement through a Student Portal that promotes critical thinking and technological interaction. Additionally, the company provides supplemental training in STEM subjects, fostering innovation and creativity among young learners. With a commitment to empowering African youth, Angaza Elimu also features an Internet of Things school that offers hands-on training in hardware engineering, enabling students to learn at their own pace both inside and outside the classroom.
BestFit
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
BestFit is a college decision-making app designed to assist underrepresented high school students in finding suitable colleges. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York, the company leverages technological innovation and authentic storytelling through video-based narratives. Its adaptive recommendation system helps students identify colleges that are well-equipped to meet their needs, making the college selection process more engaging and equitable. By focusing on historically underrepresented students, BestFit aims to close the gap in college decision-making and support students in creating a defined path toward college enrollment and graduation.
Scoodle
Seed Round in 2021
Scoodle Ltd is a London-based company that has developed an application designed to connect students with tutors. Founded in 2016, the platform allows students to ask questions across various subjects and receive answers from qualified tutors. Users can follow up by booking lessons or joining classes, facilitating a direct and interactive learning experience. Scoodle aims to make quality tutoring more accessible, enabling tutors from different regions, such as an Arabic expert in Egypt, to create classes for a global audience. The content generated by tutors on the platform remains available for future students, ensuring that the educational benefits extend beyond individual sessions.
Peppy Pals
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Peppy Pals is an innovative company focused on enhancing social and emotional intelligence in children aged 2 to 8 through engaging apps and books. Their award-winning products utilize storytelling and feature five animal characters that embody essential emotional skills, allowing children to explore feelings without traditional score-based metrics or language barriers. Developed in collaboration with early childhood education experts, including psychologists, Peppy Pals promotes a unique, relaxed learning environment that fosters empathy and healthy relationships among family members. The absence of in-app purchases ensures a stress-free experience, making the applications accessible to a diverse audience, including children with special needs such as Autism, ADHD, and Asperger's. Peppy Pals envisions a future free from bullying, hatred, and exclusion, facilitating meaningful conversations about emotions in an entertaining context.
imagi
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Imagi develops coding education platforms designed to be fun, accessible, and inclusive. Their products cater to students aged 8-13+, with a focus on gender inclusivity to encourage participation from underrepresented groups.
Alura Cursos Online
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
The Alura born of Caelum, a renowned company of classroom training in technology. The founders, Paulo Silveira and Guilherme Silveira, realized that many students did not have access to our content due to distance and time, and others adapted to different rhythms of class. Caelum Online was born in 2011 and, with the success of the project, we created our own brand in June 2013, Alura. Our mission is to create a platform for learning technology, in which you can discuss, participate and enrich your knowledge, investing your time in the best possible way, when and where you want. The challenge is to make you feel part of this group of technology professionals who want to be better than they were yesterday, so we went way beyond the classic video lessons . No wonder we have more than 700 thousand messages in our forum of doubts and discussions. We have created a collaborative learning environment, not just another class catalog. With updated and didactic courses , this is where you will improve your skills as a technology professional! Always focusing on the reality of the Brazilian market, taking care to insert the context of this rich and complicated domain. Visit our blog , get to know our more than 700 courses and see what's new . Learn more about our story in this podcast . Finally, we hope you will be part of this great community that is Alura.
Jaranda
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Jaranda operates an online platform based in Seoul, South Korea, that connects teachers, parents, and students. It aims to bridge the information asymmetry in childcare and education by providing a learning sheet for working parents, helping children discover suitable educational experiences.
BitDegree
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
BitDegree is a gamified platform that enables users to learn about Web3 technologies, cryptocurrency, and blockchain while earning rewards such as tokens, stablecoins, NFTs, and merchandise. Users complete interactive tasks called Missions within set time limits to unlock these prizes and earn special points called Bits. The platform offers comprehensive learning resources and encourages user engagement through features like creating custom Missions or forming communities called Guilds.
Redação Nota 1000
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Redação Nota 1000 is an educational technology company based in São Paulo, Brazil, specializing in online essay editing and evaluation, particularly aimed at students preparing for the ENEM exam. Founded in 2014, the platform utilizes machine learning algorithms and artificial intelligence to provide structured and detailed feedback on written texts. By offering comprehensive correction reports, Redação Nota 1000 identifies specific areas for improvement, enabling students to enhance their writing skills and ultimately improve their academic performance. The company's mission is to transform education in Brazil by fostering better writing capabilities among students.
Startit
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Startit is dedicated to fostering a healthy society by developing enterprising and solidary individuals. The organization plays a significant role in enhancing the domestic information technology community through the promotion of entrepreneurship and knowledge sharing. Startit also operates a Startup Academy, which serves as an accelerator for startup companies, offering mentorship programs designed to support their growth. Additionally, the organization organizes free courses and programming workshops aimed at young people of various ages, thereby encouraging skill development and innovation within the community. Through these initiatives, Startit contributes to a vibrant ecosystem that nurtures talent and fosters collaboration in the tech sector.
UpBrainery Technologies
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
UpBrainery Technologies specializes in AI-driven virtual learning platforms. It aims to enhance teaching and learning experiences at home, school, and work by utilizing machine learning algorithms to tailor education to individual learners.
Firefly Learning
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Firefly Learning Ltd is a London-based company that develops and operates an online education platform designed to enhance the learning experience for students, teachers, and parents. Founded in 2005, the platform facilitates the management of homework and learning resources, allowing teachers to assign and review tasks efficiently both in and out of the classroom. It fosters collaboration among students and provides tools for teachers to track student progress, share resources, and communicate with parents, thereby engaging them in their child's education. Firefly Learning employs a diverse team of technologists, educators, and support specialists who focus on creating user-friendly software tailored to the needs of schools. The company emphasizes continuous improvement of its product by incorporating feedback from its users, ensuring that it remains relevant and effective in promoting educational success. With a growing global presence, Firefly Learning is committed to partnering with industry leaders to enhance its offerings while maintaining a strong base in the UK.
Welmo
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Welmo is a social venture based in Tokyo, Japan, dedicated to improving welfare services through technology. Founded in 2013, Welmo develops AI-driven platforms like MILMO and CPA (Care Plan Assistant) to streamline care planning for the elderly and disabled. They also operate educational facilities for disabled children under the UNICO brand.
The Mentor Method
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
The Mentor Method, LLC is a Washington, D.C.-based social enterprise founded in 2015 that specializes in mentor matching services. The company provides a platform that connects individuals, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds in tech, with experienced mentors to foster authentic and lasting relationships. Its services include personality profile assessments and algorithm-driven mentor-mentee matching, along with a toolkit featuring email templates and process suggestions to facilitate engagement. The Mentor Method also offers workshops and courses aimed at skill advancement, focusing on enhancing workforce inclusivity and talent retention. By prioritizing people and value-fit in its matching process, the company aims to create stronger teams and inclusive workplace cultures.
Xeropan
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Xeropan is an AI-powered language learning platform that uses pedagogical games to teach languages. It provides a digital language teacher to guide learners and create a personalized learning path with goal setting, and includes Xeropan Classroom for interactive English exercises, video lessons, task assignments, and progress tracking. The approach blends game-based activities with real-life video content and humor to help users develop practical language skills and improve communication.
CodeBerry Programming School
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
CodeBerry Programming School, founded in 2016 by András P. Tóth, Dávid Veszelovszki, László Békéssy, and Ádám Freisinger, is an online educational platform based in Budapest, Hungary, specializing in computer programming courses. The school provides a variety of web programming lessons, including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Bootstrap, Node.js, and Git. CodeBerry's platform is designed to make coding accessible to individuals of all skill levels, offering lessons in their native language and featuring interactive assignments. This approach allows learners to acquire programming skills from scratch, even without prior experience.
Courtroom5 is a tech-driven service empowering non-lawyers to navigate civil justice systems. It offers bite-sized legal information, document templates, case law search, training resources, and an online community for peer support.
Healthy Hip Hop
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Healthy Hip Hop is an online platform that combines hip-hop culture with innovative technology and education. It offers curated content for children and families, aiming to improve focus, engagement, and behavior through live streaming music and video content.
Educast
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
HOLIX improves the way people acquire knowledge and wisdom so that everyone can solve the problems they face in life in a better way.
HayanMind
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
HayanMind Inc. is a company based in Daejeon, South Korea, that specializes in designing and developing video-based language learning software. Founded in 2017, HayanMind focuses on providing innovative language-learning services aimed at breaking communication barriers. The company's applications are designed to enhance listening comprehension and make the learning process enjoyable and engaging. By offering unique features, HayanMind enables learners to acquire new languages effectively, fostering a clear and unbiased understanding of different cultures and perspectives.
Niduu
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Founded in 2017, Niduu is a corporate education startup that specializes in employee training at all levels. It employs microlearning, mobile learning, and gamification to deliver dynamic and effective training solutions.
Antwalk
Seed Round in 2020
AntWalk is an innovative e-learning platform based in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, founded in 2019. It focuses on equipping professionals with essential skills through a variety of up-skilling programs delivered by top industry leaders. The platform connects users with over 3,000 experts from more than 500 global brands, offering a range of learning formats, including Short Knowledge Bytes, Live Group Classes, and personalized 1:1 interactions with experts. This approach allows professionals to learn in the flow of work, fostering a growth mindset and enhancing their career trajectories. AntWalk aims to create a social learning ecosystem that not only aids professionals in career development but also provides students with valuable knowledge beyond traditional classroom settings.
Math Buddy
Venture Round in 2020
Math Buddy is an educational technology company dedicated to enhancing children's understanding of math concepts. It provides a comprehensive platform aimed at students in grades one through ten, offering interactive activities and worksheets that facilitate learning. The platform enables teachers to effectively illustrate mathematical concepts, helping students visualize and engage with the material. By incorporating interactive elements, Math Buddy aims to make the learning process enjoyable and effective, transforming the way math is taught and learned in schools.
Unmaze
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Unmaze is an online platform focused on providing English language education tailored to both students and professionals. The company offers a comprehensive range of resources, including teaching materials, language classes, and a management system for educators. Additionally, Unmaze provides specialized English courses as a corporate benefit, aimed at enhancing employee retention for businesses. Their services also include consultations with psychologists and various training programs, ensuring that users receive support that extends beyond language learning. By integrating educational content relevant to work and daily life, Unmaze aims to create a holistic approach to language acquisition and personal development.
Financier Escolas
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Financier Escolas is an ed-tech company focused on delivering financial education through a gamified experience enhanced by artificial intelligence. By leveraging advanced technology, the firm aims to make learning about finance engaging and accessible. Currently operating in stealth mode, Financier Escolas is dedicated to creating innovative educational solutions that empower individuals to improve their financial literacy in an enjoyable manner.
Prol Educa
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Prol Educa is an educational inclusion program that helps students access scholarships to reduce or cover tuition costs, providing opportunities for those who cannot afford full tuition by directing qualified candidates to partner institutions and offering benefits that can include substantial discounts or full waivers. Founded in 2015 and based in Pernambuco, Brazil, Prol Educa also develops an educational platform that supports a range of learning pathways, including basic education, technical courses, preparatory programs, languages, graduation, and post‑graduate studies, with the aim of generating opportunities through quality training and enabling students to obtain scholarships.
Pharaoh's Conclave
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Pharaoh's Conclave (PCX) is an educational organization dedicated to preparing K-16 youth for careers in the rapidly growing eSports industry. Through its online learning platform, LVL UP Academy, and initiatives such as the Youth eSports League (YeL) and the eSports Career Apprenticeship Program (eSCApe), PCX offers innovative programs that expose students to various career paths beyond professional gaming, including roles in shoutcasting, coaching, tournament organization, and game design. Recognizing the significant gap in awareness about these opportunities among young individuals, PCX collaborates with community organizations to provide students with essential skills, mentorship, and networking opportunities, enabling them to navigate their future careers in eSports effectively. The organization aims to empower the next generation by equipping them with the knowledge and experience needed to thrive in an industry that boasts a viewership surpassing that of major traditional sports events.
Readlax
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Readlax is a brain training platform focused on enhancing reading skills through an effective speed reading tool. This e-learning solution allows users to engage with their favorite books while simultaneously developing their speed reading abilities. By combining enjoyment with skill training, Readlax aims to provide a comprehensive and effective approach to improving reading proficiency and overall learning experiences.
MantisEdu
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
MantisEDU specializes in educational technology, offering innovative learning kits that integrate emerging technologies like IoT, AI, robotics, and hydroponics. These kits, equipped with sensors, probes, and an online platform, enable educators to deliver hands-on STEM experiences. Students can design and conduct real-world experiments, collect data, and analyze results, fostering a spirit of discovery and invention.
Uvii
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Uvii develops a communication platform designed for government and enterprise clients. This platform specializes in innovative video-enabled surveys that leverage generative AI and data-prompting technology, enabling real-time insights through interactive and personalized customer engagements.
VISITS Technologies
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
VISITS Technologies Inc. is an internet-based company based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 2014. The company specializes in designing and developing a career formation platform that connects students and alumni. VISITS Technologies has developed a patented consensus-building algorithm known as ideagram, which uniquely quantifies creativity, discerning ability, and the inherent value of ideas. This innovative technology allows for the measurement of intangible assets such as skills, senses, and personal connections. By integrating blockchain technology, VISITS Technologies facilitates the transfer of value, enhancing the capabilities of its platform and providing users with a comprehensive tool for career development and networking.
Selan
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Selan Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in language education services, focusing on teaching English to children. The company has developed a language learning platform that offers online classes, integrating textbook references to facilitate bilingual learning. Selan aims to create a more engaging educational environment by encouraging students to learn independently rather than relying on rote memorization of fixed formulas. This innovative approach seeks to enhance the effectiveness of language acquisition for young learners.
Movva
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Movva is an educational engagement platform focused on enhancing communication within the higher education sector. The company develops software designed to improve student engagement and re-enrollment outcomes by utilizing science and technology. Their solutions employ multimedia strategies to deliver timely and relevant messages to students, thereby addressing key challenges such as dropout rates and retention. Movva's products aim to optimize the student life cycle, reduce delinquency, and foster loyalty among students throughout their educational journey. By leveraging artificial intelligence and multichannel communication, Movva positions itself as a vital resource for educational institutions seeking to enhance student success and improve overall management within the edtech landscape.
Blox
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Blox makes it possible to gamify the curriculum, giving the students autonomy in creating their own learning path.
Blox is a completely new and innovative educational system designed for higher education and corporate Universities. The company wants to bring to formal education the same agility and interesting topics that we see in Silicon Valley, but in a way that is generous and flexible.
Evertoys Romania
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Evertoys srl is a subscription-based platform based in Bucharest, Romania, that offers a rental service for toys and games aimed at children aged 1 to 14. Founded in 2015, Evertoys allows families, particularly those with medium to high incomes, to access a diverse library of educational and recreational toys for a fixed monthly fee. The platform features several subscription options, including customizable boxes and prepackaged selections focused on educational and science-related activities for younger children. Additionally, Evertoys incorporates a monetized marketplace for toy-related goods and enables customers to buy toys they love at discounted rates. The user-friendly mobile application enhances the experience, allowing clients to select toys easily and manage their subscriptions through an internal credit system. Evertoys aims to become the leading toy rental provider in the region, emphasizing quality customer relations and a commitment to providing enriching play experiences for children.
StudentFinance
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Founded in Madrid in 2019, StudentFinance is a company that provides educational financing services. It uses AI-driven data forecasting to select students with technical skills who can become software engineers, data analysts, or cybersecurity experts. The company invests in these students' education and helps them secure jobs, with repayment tied to future earnings.
Musemio
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Musemio is an education technology company that delivers culture-focused learning experiences for children through a mobile extended reality platform. The company combines immersive XR quests, co-created content from cultural partners worldwide, and in-house development to provide bite-sized, home- and classroom-accessible experiences that teach history, art, and global cultures while developing 21st-century skills through play. Founded in 2019 and based in London, Musemio collaborates with major cultural institutions such as the National Maritime Museum Greenwich, Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, and London Transport Museum, grounding its content in best-practice research and validation with thousands of children, supported by academic partners. The platform blends virtual reality, adaptive storytelling, and gamified exploration to offer personalized learning pathways that make cultural education engaging and accessible outside traditional settings.
Skriware
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Skriware is a Polish EdTech startup that has created a comprehensive educational ecosystem aimed at enhancing STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) skills. The company offers a range of user-friendly 3D printers, educational robots, and an online e-learning platform. Skriware’s innovative approach allows students to engage in the design, construction, and programming of 3D-printable smart toys, fostering practical learning experiences. Primarily targeting private and public schools, Skriware is also developing a new product portfolio specifically designed for children and teenagers aged 9 to 16, further expanding its reach in the educational sector. Through its integrated offerings, Skriware seeks to facilitate inquiry-based learning and problem-solving among students.
ChatClass
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
ChatClass is a chatbot-based learning platform for educational institutions that connects educators, students, and native English speakers to improve access to quality education. The platform delivers conversational lessons and educational simulations powered by mobile chat and AI, drawing on pedagogy and insights from social gaming and data analytics to support language and skills training. Founded in 2014, ChatClass utilizes AI-assisted lessons with audio interaction and instant feedback through familiar mobile interfaces, enabling organizations to provide accessible, scalable training with higher engagement and completion rates than traditional e-learning methods.
MythicOwl
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
MythicOwl is a Warsaw-based developer of educational games and cognitive training software. The company builds mobile, desktop, and virtual reality experiences designed to improve knowledge, problem-solving, and social skills through engaging, time-efficient gameplay. Its products feature logic puzzles, mythologically inspired adventures, and interactive learning experiences with rich visuals and varied gameplay mechanics, aimed at a global, family-friendly audience. By combining strong design with accessible learning content, MythicOwl seeks to provide entertaining experiences that also enhance skills and knowledge.
Meu Entrevistador
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Founded in 2014, Meu Entrevistador is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. It operates a digital platform offering video simulations of job interviews conducted by prominent executives and HR professionals. The company aims to equip job applicants with essential skills and knowledge to navigate the interview process effectively.
Matraquinha
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Matraquinha develops an app-based online platform that supplies resources for children with autism and language difficulties. The platform includes printable cards, computer games, picture‑matching activities, a free trial period, photo‑based communication tools, logic and memorization exercises, and related services that allow users to interact and communicate using photos from their own archives.
SeniorGeek
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
SeniorGeek is a provider of technology education services focused on helping senior citizens enhance their digital skills. The company offers an e-learning platform that includes courses, workshops, and interactive discussions on a variety of topics, such as artificial intelligence, the internet of things, apps, games, digital law, and blockchain. In addition to structured learning, SeniorGeek organizes events and newsletters to keep learners informed and engaged. The aim is to facilitate digital inclusion and ensure that seniors gain a fundamental understanding of technology, thereby making the digital world more accessible and enjoyable for them.
Estante Mágica
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Estante Mágica is a children's book provider based in Nova Friburgo, Brazil, founded in 2009. The company operates an educational technology platform designed to enhance reading and writing skills among elementary school students. Through its innovative projects, Estante Mágica allows students to write, illustrate, and publish their own books, fostering a stimulating learning environment. This approach not only promotes literacy but also encourages the development of socioemotional skills, such as self-confidence and curiosity, enabling children to explore their talents and author their unique stories.
Autsera
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Autsera is a children's game studio that develops mobile games to enhance social communication skills in children, particularly those on the autism spectrum or with special needs. The company's science-backed games employ gamification and proven therapy techniques to target emotional intelligence, expressive skills, and social engagement. By making these interventions engaging and accessible, Autsera aims to empower children of all abilities to develop the social and communication skills needed for self-sufficiency and confidence.
Fiszkoteka
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Fiszkoteka, established in Warsaw, Poland in 2009 by the Młodzki brothers, specializes in developing an e-learning platform. This platform offers a user-friendly mobile and web application, enabling students and employees to learn efficiently and enjoyably. Key features include an Intelligent Repetition System for regular learning and the option for schools and companies to use ready-made courses or create their own Flashcards.
Tera
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Tera is a digital training platform that focuses on equipping individuals with essential skills for the modern workforce. By offering a range of courses in areas such as digital product leadership, data science, machine learning, full stack development, and digital marketing, Tera facilitates a practical learning experience that balances theory with hands-on application. The platform emphasizes real-world practice using actual digital products, allowing users to connect their education directly with job market demands. Led by experts in various digital fields, Tera's interactive online training sessions aim to enhance career opportunities for employees by fostering the development of both technical and leadership skills essential in today’s digital landscape.