AI learning app Gizmo levels up with 13M users and a $22M investment
Gizmo, an AI-powered learning platform, has attracted more than 13 million users and just secured $22 million in Series A funding.
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ChatGPT can now create interactive visuals to help you understand math and science concepts
On Tuesday, OpenAI introduced dynamic visual explanations, a new ChatGPT feature that allows users to see how formulas, variables, and mathematical relationships change in real time. Instead of just reading an explanation or looking at a static diagram, users can now interact directly with interactive visuals. For example, when exploring the Pythagorean theorem, you can […]
OpenAI pushes into higher education as India seeks to scale AI skills
OpenAI says its India education partnerships aim to reach more than 100,000 students, faculty and staff over the next year.
Google now offers free SAT practice exams, powered by Gemini
Students can prompt Gemini by typing “I want to take a practice SAT test,” and the AI will provide them with a free practice exam. Gemini then analyzes the results, highlighting strengths and identifying areas that need further review. It also offers detailed explanations for any incorrect answers.
Language learning marketplace Preply’s unicorn status embodies Ukrainian resilience
Language learning marketplace Preply is now valued at $1.2 billion after raising a $150 million that marks a new chapter for the 14-year-old company.
Google Classroom’s new tool uses Gemini to transform lessons into podcast episodes
Google Classroom now offers a Gemini-powered tool that generates podcast-style audio lessons for teachers to deepen engagement with students.
Tade Oyerinde and Teddy Solomon talk about building engaged audiences at TechCrunch Disrupt
Founders Tade Oyerinde and Teddy Solomon spoke at Disrupt this year about keeping communities engaged.
Coursera and Udemy enter a merger agreement valued at around $2.5B
Coursera and Udemy, two of the biggest names in online learning, are combining platforms next year.
Unacademy’s founder says startup is now worth less than $500M, confirms M&A talks
Unacademy’s valuation has dropped by over 85% from its pandemic-era peak price tag of $3.5 billion, its founder said.