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IXL Learning acquires MyTutor to boost UK online tutoring
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IXL Learning has acquired UK-based MyTutor to expand online tutoring, reaching over 200,000 families amid rising demand for personalised education support.
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Google boosts education with Gemini 2.5 & LearnLM updates
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Google integrates LearnLM model into Gemini 2.5, enhancing learning with AI-powered explanations and multimodal content for global users.
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RevisionSuccess & Chulalongkorn University target AI-led learning
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RevisionSuccess and Chulalongkorn University are teaming up to expand AI-driven adaptive learning across Thailand, enhancing education for all students.
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AI startups lead in Viva Technology list of Europe's top 100
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Viva Technology ranks Top 100 Rising European Startups for 2025, spotlighting 15 AI firms among emerging innovators across 22 sectors and 13 countries.
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Discovery Education launches DoodleLearning apps in Australia
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Discovery Education launches its popular DoodleLearning maths and English apps for Australian children aged 2-14, supporting personalised learning at home and school.
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Astrikos.Ai appoints four senior leaders to drive global growth
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Astrikos.Ai appoints four senior leaders to boost global growth and strengthen its presence in AI-driven infrastructure analytics and smart city projects.
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Phase One closes $2.1m fund, backs 14 tech startups
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Phase One Ventures closes its early-stage NZD $2.1m fund after backing 14 startups, with 12 securing follow-on funding and creating 100+ jobs.
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AcademyEX launches The Play Lab for playful tech learning
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academyEX has unveiled The Play Lab in Auckland, a professional learning space where adults explore emerging tech like AI and robotics through hands-on play.
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Kai's Education raises NZD $1.5m to fuel US expansion
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Kai's Education has raised NZD $1.5m to expand its unique screen-free coding tools for neurodiverse learners in US schools, aiming for NZD $2.346m.
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Shuriii joins Siakam's EdTech Engine, eyes global growth
Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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entrepreneurship
Toronto startup Shuriii has been chosen for the Siakam EdTech Engine programme, aiming to revolutionise K-12 education with dynamic data-driven insights.
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SigIQ.ai secures USD $9.5m to transform AI tutoring
Tue, 8th Apr 2025
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duolingo
SigIQ.ai has launched from stealth mode, raising USD $9.5 million to enhance its AI tutoring tech, aiming to reshape education accessibility globally.
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VivaTech 2025: Paris event set to showcase tech innovation
Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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VivaTech 2025 will take place in Paris from 11 to 14 June, bringing together over 14,000 startups and global leaders to explore the latest in technology.
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Knowby unveils AI platform revolutionising instruction content
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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Knowby has unveiled Knowby AI, a groundbreaking platform that simplifies the creation of instructional content using multimodal generative AI technology.
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FTSE 100 report: Tech prioritised over workforce skills
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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it training
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data analytics
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dei
An analysis of FTSE 100 annual reports shows a stark contrast in priorities, with 69% focusing on technology but only 7% investing in workforce skills.
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DoodleMaths app enhanced for tailored learning in the UK
Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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e-learning
Discovery Education has unveiled significant enhancements to its DoodleMaths app, promoting personalised maths practice for UK students from EYFS to KS3.
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IWD 2025: The AI-Ready generation: Transforming learning, teaching & future careers
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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digital literacy
As AI transforms industries, educators urge for enhanced STEM learning to bridge the skills gap and empower the AI-ready generation for future careers.
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D2L awarded top honours by G2 & Tech & Learning
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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higher education
D2L has been honoured with top accolades from G2 and Tech & Learning for its innovative educational technology, including the award-winning AI tool, D2L Lumi.
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Students meet Valkyries at NSSLGlobal in inspirational event
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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leadership
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Students from Royal Alexandra & Albert School were inspired by The Valkyries, the all-female Royal Navy team, during a visit to NSSLGlobal in Redhill.
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Nicola Allen appointed Managing Director at Educake
Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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edutech
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online assessment
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technology in the classroom
Educake has appointed Nicola Allen as Managing Director, aiming to enhance the use of its online assessment technology across UK schools amid rising teacher workload concerns.
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Network for Learning welcomes two new Board Directors
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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Network for Learning has appointed Tony Brennan and Deidre Shea as new directors, enhancing its Board with extensive education sector expertise.