Readalyze
Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Readalyze supports students in forming reading habits through our EdTech platform.
In a world where reading is neglected more and more each day, Readalyze is taking a new approach to remind students that reading is fun. We bring books to life using AI, creating immersive experiences that foster lasting reading habits and deepen students' love for books. Our platform adapts to each student’s strengths and weaknesses by design, personalizing every interaction to encourage growth and development.
Beyond enhancing the student reading experience, Readalyze empowers educators with powerful analytics tools that provide real-time insights into individual and class-wide progress. Teachers can easily track key metrics related to language acquisition, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking, allowing them to tailor instruction to meet each student's unique needs.
Based in Milan and founded by passionate book lovers from Bocconi University, Readalyze is more than just a platform—it’s a movement to redefine the future of reading and education. Whether you're an educator, a parent, or an investor seeking to make a meaningful impact, join us in shaping the next generation of readers.
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Tutor Provide
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Tutor Provide Technologies Limited is a leading education technology company based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Founded in 2017, the company connects students and guardians with qualified tutors both online and offline within 24 hours, offering fast, reliable, and personalized tutoring services. With over 180,000+ verified tutors and 60,000+ guardians in its network, Tutor Provide has become the go-to platform for students seeking high-quality educational support.
Mission: Our mission is to revolutionize the tutoring industry by offering a platform that provides easy access to quality education, promotes personalized learning, and ensures trust and reliability. We prioritize female tutors, ensuring their safety and giving them preference in assignments while providing students with the best educational match for their needs.
PhotoSolve
Non Equity Assistance in 2024
PhotoSolve is a fast-growing EdTech company for students around the world. Powered by advanced machine learning technology, the app instantly scans, accurately solves, and intuitively explains printed and handwritten questions. We also provide AI Tutor for students. Combining education with AI
Join us in this exciting journey as we continue to innovate and redefine what's possible in education.
Quick Facts about PhotoSolve:
• Over 1.4 million users and counting.
• Achieved 1 million users within three months of launching.
• A leading innovator in AI-powered educational solutions.
Agents4Future
Grant in 2024
Agents4Future is an edtech company that offers artificial intelligence software for consulting and mentorship services.
Evoli
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Ai-Enhanced Academic Management for Professors and Educators.
FLIPJUNGLE
Pre Seed Round in 2023
-Discover JungleTown: Your AI-Powered Ethical Learning Adventure."
-A digital diary that adapts to your child's learning pace, nurturing creativity and critical thinking.
-Real-Time Progress Tracking
Third Ray
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Third Ray Inc. is a forward-thinking SaaS data solutions and professional services company dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of enterprises. At the heart of our offerings is Hallmark AI, a state-of-the-art Generative AI-based platform designed to streamline data analytics and business intelligence across diverse sectors.
Hallmark AI enables enterprises to effectively manage and capitalize on their data assets, whether structured or unstructured, spanning documents, audio, and video content. Through advanced AI integration, the platform provides real-time, actionable insights that support informed decision-making and the optimization of key business functions.
Our technology addresses complex challenges such as corporate governance, risk, and compliance management, as well as supply chain optimization. Hallmark AI also plays a pivotal role in revolutionizing remote training through augmented reality and in supporting large-scale cloud-based curricula for remote learning environments.
By automating enterprise processes and compliance procedures, and by precisely classifying and reporting Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Hallmark AI delivers measurable outcomes for our clients. The platform is particularly valuable to teams in sales, marketing, and investment, enabling them to navigate vast amounts of content distributed across various channels to make strategic decisions and gain valuable customer insights.
At Third Ray Inc., we are committed to innovation and excellence, helping our clients navigate the digital landscape with confidence.
Langly is an educational technology platform that teaches English through gamified learning. The software uses storytelling, mystery solving, and practice sets to help users build vocabulary, improve grammar, and enhance spoken fluency in social settings. By combining language instruction with interactive gameplay, Langly aims to engage learners with immersive experiences that connect education with play.
Folio.works
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Each of us will spend about 30% of our lives at work. Folio prepares young adults to thrive in meaningful careers by helping them gain real-world experience. Our platform facilitates internships, part time jobs, and open-source challenge projects.
We partner with universities and governments to facilitate coop programs, for-credit internships, and workforce training dollars to make internships ubiquitous. In turn, we’re building the most effective dataset on entry-level talent to power the future of hiring.
STEM
Corporate Round in 2020
Kano Computing Limited specializes in developing educational kits and a coding platform aimed at children and young learners. Founded in 2013 and based in London, the company provides a range of do-it-yourself hardware kits that allow users to create games, synthesize music, and animate characters. Its offerings include the Motion Sensor Kit, which uses a USB sensor to translate physical movements into data, enhancing the learning experience. Kano's products are designed to teach users about computers and coding through engaging, hands-on projects, fostering creativity and essential coding skills. The company sells its kits online and also exports its products internationally, making its educational tools accessible to a global audience.
MyCognition
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
MyCognition develops a cognitive fitness platform that helps individuals understand, track, and strengthen cognitive health through digital technology. The platform combines cognitive assessments, fun video-game based brain training, and profile-driven habits to improve brain health, mental resilience, and performance, while supporting effective stress management. Rooted in research and user-centered design, the company aims to advance cognitive potential and everyday mental functioning by providing accessible tools for brain health and performance optimization.
Birmingham City University
Grant in 2019
Birmingham City University, founded in 1992 and located in Birmingham, is a non-profit educational institution that offers a diverse range of academic programs and research services. The university provides undergraduate, postgraduate, foundation, and part-time courses across various disciplines, including art and design, business, computing, education, engineering, health, law, media, music, theatre, and social sciences. In addition to its comprehensive course offerings, Birmingham City University supports research initiatives in these same fields, fostering an environment of academic excellence and innovation. By catering to a broad spectrum of subjects, the university aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in their chosen careers.
DataSense
Acquisition in 2019
DataSense, ed tech providers can pursue complex opportunities with the ability to proactively address integration requests and confidently implement fully-integrated data solutions for districts.
FlipGrid
Acquisition in 2018
Flipgrid, Inc. is a video-based discussion platform that facilitates the recording, sharing, and viewing of short video demonstrations. Founded in 2014 and based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Flipgrid serves a diverse range of users, including K-12 schools, higher education institutions, businesses, government offices, and community groups. The platform is designed to promote active, social learning and is utilized in over 40,000 classrooms and organizations across 115 countries. Flipgrid also offers applications for iPad, Android, and iPhone, enabling users worldwide to engage in video discussions and enhance communication. In 2018, Flipgrid became a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation, further expanding its reach and resources.
L2P Limited is an international educational technology company focused on the eSports sector, developing a comprehensive platform to enhance the skills of both professional and non-professional gamers. The company utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to create personalized educational tracks for users, integrating features such as individual post-match feedback, tactical insights, video lessons from professional players, and in-game tasks. L2P Limited has garnered over 1.5 million subscribed users across its products for popular games like Dota 2 and League of Legends, analyzing more than 60 million matches and producing over 2,000 instructional videos. The company is also planning to expand its offerings to include additional games and enter new language markets. Based in Russia, L2P Limited is dedicated to improving the gaming experience through innovative educational solutions.
Chalkup
Acquisition in 2018
Chalkup, LLC is a learning management and collaboration software company focused on the education sector. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Chalkup offers a platform that enhances classroom connectivity and organization. The software simplifies the assignment of homework, peer study sessions, grading, and resource sharing among students and teachers. Users can utilize tools for messaging, create customized to-do lists, engage in class-wide discussions, and manage deadlines and events through shared course calendars. The platform fosters a collaborative and engaging learning environment by keeping students, teachers, parents, and administrators synchronized in their educational activities. As of February 2018, Chalkup operates as a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation.
Schoolpal
Non Equity Assistance in 2017
SchoolPal Online (Hangzhou) Technology Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company that develops and provides software-as-a-service (SaaS) based information solutions for educational and training institutions. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Hangzhou, the company specializes in educational management systems and learning management systems, utilizing artificial intelligence and data mining technologies. Their products include enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and online marketing tools, serving over 40,000 educational and training institutions and more than 120,000 schools. SchoolPal's solutions help manage industry data analysis and improve the efficiency of education management, with an annual transaction volume exceeding 20 billion yuan. The company is recognized for its technological contributions to education and has received numerous awards, including "National High-Tech Enterprise" and partnerships with notable organizations like Taobao and Microsoft.
Firefly Learning
Non Equity Assistance in 2017
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.
Shadow Creator
Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Shadow Creator is a high-tech company focused on the development of hardware and software for augmented reality smart glasses. Its product lineup includes innovative models such as Air Glass, Shadow Creator HALO, Shadow Creator NANO, and HALO MINI. The company's expertise lies in optics, chip design, and machine vision algorithms, enabling it to create advanced augmented reality solutions. Air Glass, in particular, is designed for diverse applications across industries such as maintenance, education, logistics, and exhibitions, allowing users to interact intuitively with dynamic three-dimensional projections. Shadow Creator's mission is to integrate cutting-edge technology into everyday life, driven by a philosophy of innovation for the benefit of humanity. Through its products, the company aims to enhance human-computer interaction and facilitate new experiences in both personal and professional settings.
Dendrite.me
Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Dendrite.me is a social learning platform that provides exercises related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. It also enables its users to chat, comment, search, and find related content.
Dendrite.me was launched in 2014.
PLEXUSS
Non Equity Assistance in 2016
PLEXUSS is an education technology company that operates a college recruiting platform connecting students with higher‑education institutions. The platform aggregates information on colleges, majors, scholarships, alumni, and career opportunities, and offers access to professional college counselors. Using social technology, matching algorithms, big data analytics, and machine learning, the service helps students identify and apply to suitable post‑secondary programs from a single interface. By leveraging a global student network, PLEXUSS facilitates daily connections between qualified students and educational opportunities, aiming to improve access to higher education worldwide.
Pobble
Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Pobble is an online educational platform founded in 2013 by a group of teachers in North Yorkshire, England, aimed at enhancing literacy and writing skills among children. The platform serves as a resource for teachers, providing innovative lesson ideas and facilitating the sharing of students' work on an online classroom wall. This allows for engagement with peers and teachers worldwide, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Pobble also offers parents a unique insight into their children's educational progress. The platform has garnered recognition for its impact on education, winning accolades such as the EdtechX Global Super League of Startups and being a finalist for the BETT Awards. With support from prominent education leaders and partnerships with organizations like Microsoft Accelerator and Oxford University Press, Pobble has amassed a collection of over 100,000 student writings, showcasing contributions from tens of thousands of teachers globally.
MinecraftEdu
Acquisition in 2016
MinecraftEdu is an educational software designed to facilitate learning through the popular game Minecraft. It emerged from a collaboration between educators and programmers from the United States and Finland, with support from Mojang AB, the creators of Minecraft. The platform is utilized in over 40 countries to teach various subjects across different age groups. Specifically tailored for educators, MinecraftEdu includes classroom management tools and curricular support to enhance the teaching experience. It allows teachers to set up customized educational content quickly and provides access to a library of pre-made lesson worlds created by fellow educators. The software incorporates world-building tools, enabling teachers to design unique lesson environments. By leveraging Game-Based Learning, MinecraftEdu fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity among students in a safe and engaging environment.
Play Works Studio
Grant in 2015
Play Works Studio develops science-based games for girls and boys. Its mission is to encourage children, especially girls, to discover a passion for science and technology while having fun.
Play Works Studio was founded on May 7, 2013, and is based in Seattle, Washington, United States.
InvataCloud
Pre Seed Round in 2015
InvataCloud, based in Ottawa, Canada, specializes in managed hosting for Adobe Connect, a platform used for virtual classrooms, webinars, and meetings. The company supports learning management systems and offers solutions tailored to higher education, government, and commercial clients. For educational institutions, InvataCloud provides tools to manage live registration, curriculum setup, online classes, and course materials. Government clients benefit from collaboration, hosting, and presentation capabilities directly from various devices, including mobile. Commercial clients also utilize their services. The company is an official Adobe Solutions Provider and partners with Microsoft, Desire2Learn, and Blackboard. InvataCloud's team manages hosted environments around the clock and offers personalized assistance for infrastructure setup.
Skoove
Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Skoove is an interactive online piano learning platform designed for beginners to advanced players. It offers real-time feedback and adapts to users' pace through expert-designed lessons, enabling learners to improve faster and master various musical skills.
Mofangge
Venture Round in 2015
Mofangge is a Chinese online education company focused on the K-12 sector, providing an innovative platform that combines learning with gaming. The firm offers an extensive online question database that encompasses the entire curriculum for junior high schools and colleges, along with a wide range of teaching materials. Its platform facilitates online practice and interactive features, such as competitive games and friend interactions, aimed at enhancing the learning experience for students. Mofangge has established partnerships with thousands of offline training institutions, charging fees for access to its educational games. With expectations of profitability in the coming year, Mofangge is poised to make a significant impact in the online education market.
Aidmics
Seed Round in 2015
Aidmics Biotechnology is a company focused on advancing the biotechnology sector through innovative products. Based in Taiwan, it aims to showcase the country's capabilities by developing high-resolution portable microscopes that enhance productivity in the farming industry and improve educational experiences in middle school classrooms. These microscopes allow farmers to analyze livestock sperm conditions with specialized lenses and mobile devices, facilitating better agricultural practices. Additionally, Aidmics emphasizes the importance of humanity and social value in its mission, believing that their innovative technologies can contribute to a better quality of life. By leveraging their expertise in biomedical and bioanalytical applications, Aidmics is committed to enabling users to explore the microscopic world, fostering both scientific discovery and practical solutions.
Tuteria is an online marketplace in Nigeria that connects students with private tutors for academic subjects, exam preparation, and various skills. The platform matches learners with teachers whose qualifications are verified and offers one-on-one lessons in areas such as science, languages, arts, music, photography, swimming, and other disciplines. Tutors are arranged for nearby locations, with services available in major cities including Lagos, Port Harcourt and Abuja. The company focuses on enabling accessible, personalized instruction through a network of home tutors and local instructors.
Skoove is an interactive online piano learning platform designed for beginners to advanced players. It offers real-time feedback and adapts to users' pace through expert-designed lessons, enabling learners to improve faster and master various musical skills.
Geeks College
Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Geeks College is China's leading IT professional online education platform that provides real college–style courses to help professional developers master Android, Cocos2d-x, iOS, HTML5, Java and other high-demand skills. It has launched pioneering courses and early introductions to topics such as Swift and mobile game development, and its founding team authored Android development textbooks. The company supports a large mobile developer community with millions of registered users, and more than 100,000 professionals have completed its programs to date.
Kokoroe
Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Kokoroe is an online learning platform that connects knowledgeable individuals with those eager to acquire new skills. Its platform offers one-on-one tutoring programs, covering a wide range of subjects from photography to blockchain, making learning convenient and enjoyable.
SAM Labs
Non Equity Assistance in 2014
SAM Labs Limited is an education technology company based in London, United Kingdom, established in 2014. It specializes in providing educators with resources that enhance teaching and learning experiences, particularly in the areas of coding and computational skills. The company offers a range of products including wireless electronic blocks, such as buttons, sensors, motors, and sliders, which can be connected via an intuitive software application called SAM Space. This platform allows students to visualize and code the blocks, enabling them to create interactive projects and engage in hands-on learning. SAM Labs also supplies curriculum-based lesson plans and in-classroom support to facilitate STEAM education, making coding accessible and fun. Its course kits and electronic products are available for purchase online, helping educators deliver comprehensive and engaging lessons across various subjects.
Skoove
Venture Round in 2014
Skoove is an interactive online piano learning platform designed for beginners to advanced players. It offers real-time feedback and adapts to users' pace through expert-designed lessons, enabling learners to improve faster and master various musical skills.
Tizi
Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Tizi is an online educational platform designed for primary and secondary schools, offering a comprehensive range of learning materials and teaching resources. The platform features exam and courseware resources, teaching tools, and personality diagnosis tests to assess learning situations. It enables teachers to create and manage classes, while students can participate in online classes, collaborate with peers, and complete assignments. Additionally, Tizi provides customized learning progress diagnoses and plans through online assessments, ensuring that parents are kept informed about their children's educational journeys.
Babbo
Non Equity Assistance in 2014
With Babbo you can learn a language from real life web content that fits your interests and proficiency level. Their machine learning technology recommends engaging texts, audio and video that form the basis of an interactive and fun learning experience.
Semper
Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Semper, formerly known as UnlockYourBrain, is a provider of a micro-learning platform designed to facilitate vocabulary and math learning. The platform employs a unique approach by presenting educational puzzles on users' lock screens, utilizing the principles of implicit learning to enhance language acquisition and mathematical skills each time the phone is unlocked. This method allows users to conveniently integrate learning into their daily routines, enabling them to learn new languages, improve their calculation speed, and create personalized content. Available on both Android and iOS, Semper aims to make memorization effortless and accessible for its users.
Intendu
Venture Round in 2014
Intendu Ltd. is a company based in Herzliya, Israel, that specializes in the development and marketing of a motion-interaction brain training platform aimed at enhancing cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with brain dysfunctions. The platform features games designed to train various cognitive functions, including multitasking, memory, attention, and self-initiation, catering specifically to those suffering from conditions such as traumatic brain injuries, strokes, age-related cognitive decline, and neurological diseases. Founded by a multidisciplinary team of experts in brain research, clinical neuropsychology, and healthcare IT, Intendu's patented solution is utilized in leading rehabilitation institutions, striving to provide effective, science-based cognitive training to individuals in need.
Semper, formerly known as UnlockYourBrain, is a provider of a micro-learning platform designed to facilitate vocabulary and math learning. The platform employs a unique approach by presenting educational puzzles on users' lock screens, utilizing the principles of implicit learning to enhance language acquisition and mathematical skills each time the phone is unlocked. This method allows users to conveniently integrate learning into their daily routines, enabling them to learn new languages, improve their calculation speed, and create personalized content. Available on both Android and iOS, Semper aims to make memorization effortless and accessible for its users.
Speecheo
Non Equity Assistance in 2013
Speecheo is a presentation application designed to enhance the learning experience for audiences while providing valuable speech analytics for speakers and event planners. By enabling event organizers and speakers to understand attendee preferences, Speecheo helps improve engagement and return on investment for events. The company gained recognition after winning the event tech competition at IMEX Las Vegas in 2014 and is an alumnus of Microsoft Ventures Paris and Lisbon Challenge. Founded by Damien Chaillou, Raphaël Harmel, and Morgan Rosemberg, Speecheo focuses on facilitating knowledge sharing and learning through its innovative web application, which captures insights from seminars to inform future presentations.
Springboard
Venture Round in 2013
Springboard is an online learning platform that prepares students for tech industry careers. It offers expert mentorship, up-to-date curricula, and career support, including a job guarantee for data science graduates.
Heyha
Non Equity Assistance in 2013
Heyha is a technology company established in 2013 that focuses on developing innovative educational solutions for children. Initially selected as one of Microsoft's global incubator projects, Heyha has collaborated with the Chinese Academy of Sciences to advance its somatosensory interactive technology. The company has created the first user-friendly somatosensory development tools, enabling individuals without technical expertise, such as kindergarten teachers, to develop interactive educational content easily. Heyha transforms traditional educational materials into engaging resources suitable for both classroom and home learning. Currently, the company collaborates with over 20 prominent educational publishers and partners with major smart TV and set-top box manufacturers to integrate its educational platform. This extensive network allows Heyha to gather valuable interactive data from children, enhancing the learning experience. As a result, the company aims to become a leader in understanding child education through its innovative use of technology.
KO-SU
Non Equity Assistance in 2013
KO-SU Limited is a London-based company that specializes in mobile learning and training applications for educational institutions and organizations. Founded in 2011, the company empowers teachers to create and deliver personalized activities in their native languages directly to students' mobile devices. KO-SU's platform allows students to engage actively by creating and publishing their own mobile learning activities. The software offers a range of interactive templates that support various formats, including text, images, audio, and video, enabling users to design engaging educational content without the need for programming skills. This approach facilitates effective internal training, employee engagement, and external training initiatives for organizations, enhancing the overall learning experience across diverse sectors.
Geeks College
Seed Round in 2013
Geeks College is China's leading IT professional online education platform that provides real college–style courses to help professional developers master Android, Cocos2d-x, iOS, HTML5, Java and other high-demand skills. It has launched pioneering courses and early introductions to topics such as Swift and mobile game development, and its founding team authored Android development textbooks. The company supports a large mobile developer community with millions of registered users, and more than 100,000 professionals have completed its programs to date.
ApeHills
Non Equity Assistance in 2012
ApeHills is a developer of mobile applications that focuses on creating engaging and unique experiences for users. The company specializes in edutainment and language learning applications tailored for the Japanese market. In addition to its educational offerings, ApeHills has introduced a mobile app that allows users to create fun and distinctive caricatures. Through its innovative approach, ApeHills aims to enhance learning and entertainment, making it a notable player in the mobile app landscape.
Tizi
Venture Round in 2012
Tizi is an online educational platform designed for primary and secondary schools, offering a comprehensive range of learning materials and teaching resources. The platform features exam and courseware resources, teaching tools, and personality diagnosis tests to assess learning situations. It enables teachers to create and manage classes, while students can participate in online classes, collaborate with peers, and complete assignments. Additionally, Tizi provides customized learning progress diagnoses and plans through online assessments, ensuring that parents are kept informed about their children's educational journeys.