EdTech stories - Page 5
NIIT buys SweetRush for up to USD $26m in AI learning push
Mon, 12th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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NIIT Learning Systems snaps up US learning designer SweetRush for up to USD $26m to boost AI-driven custom training and near-shore reach.
HP debuts slimmer AI laptops & creator all-in-ones
Tue, 6th Jan 2026
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gaming
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uc
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e-learning
HP has revealed a slimmer AI‑centric OmniBook Ultra 14 and OmniStudio X 27 creator desktop as it overhauls PCs for hybrid, creative work.
Skillsoft links edX courses to corporate AI skills
Wed, 24th Dec 2025
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edutech
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digital transformation
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e-learning
Skillsoft links edX's university courses to its AI-focused learning platform, tying academic credentials more tightly to corporate skills needs.
Replit brings app-building tools directly into ChatGPT
Fri, 19th Dec 2025
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erp
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genai
Replit's new ChatGPT integration lets users build, preview and refine live apps directly in the chat window, streamlining software creation.
How the University of Miami is halving VR development time - No coding required
Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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edutech
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ar, vr & metaverse
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higher education
The University of Miami slashes virtual reality development time by over half using a no-code toolkit that simplifies creating immersive learning simulations.
PvX Partners backs Brainstash with $9M in UA financing to accelerate global growth of Deepstash
Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
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productivity
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leadership
PvX Partners invests USD $9 million in Brainstash to accelerate global growth of the Deepstash microlearning platform with user acquisition financing.
AWS unveils new AI tools, education data deals & USD $100m boost
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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edutech
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
AWS announces new AI tools, a USD $100m boost, and education data deals, including Macquarie University's shift to AWS cloud for 40,000 students.
Turnitin launches Clarity to boost academic integrity with AI
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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edutech
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genai
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Turnitin launches Clarity to enhance academic integrity and guide responsible AI use in education with a new integrated writing and feedback platform.
Canva unveils deep ChatGPT integration for seamless AI design
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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rpa
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ai models
Canva has integrated OpenAI's ChatGPT, enabling users to streamline design workflows with AI-powered context-aware tools directly within its platform.
Google boosts education with Gemini 2.5 & LearnLM updates
Thu, 22nd May 2025
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e-learning
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google
Google integrates LearnLM model into Gemini 2.5, enhancing learning with AI-powered explanations and multimodal content for global users.
Astrikos.Ai appoints four senior leaders to drive global growth
Thu, 8th May 2025
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saas
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uc
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smart cities
Astrikos.Ai appoints four senior leaders to boost global growth and strengthen its presence in AI-driven infrastructure analytics and smart city projects.
Kai's Education raises NZD $1.5m to fuel US expansion
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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steam
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investment
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edtech
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.
Shuriii joins Siakam's EdTech Engine, eyes global growth
Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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social enterprise
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edtech
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stem
Toronto startup Shuriii has been chosen for the Siakam EdTech Engine programme, aiming to revolutionise K-12 education with dynamic data-driven insights.
SigIQ.ai secures USD $9.5m to transform AI tutoring
Tue, 8th Apr 2025
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e-learning
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ai
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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.
VivaTech 2025: Paris event set to showcase tech innovation
Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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robots
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digital transformation
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fintech
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.
D2L awarded top honours by G2 & Tech & Learning
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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edutech
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ai
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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.
Edtech firm Kami raises $1.5m
Thu, 17th Jan 2019
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edutech
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edtech
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lms
New Zealand's edtech firm Kami raises USD $1.5 million, aiming to expand its innovative paperless classroom solutions across North America and beyond.
IDP Education boosts growth of Edtech startup
Wed, 31st Jan 2018
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edtech
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nato
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idp education
Edtech company, Cohort Go, announced a major partnership with international student placement company, IDP Education.