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The integration of artificial intelligence in education has transcended geographical boundaries, emerging as a transformative force in classrooms worldwide. Countries like China, the United States, India, and several European nations are leading this educational revolution, with AI solutions being implemented across various educational levels, from primary schools to higher education institutions. The educational technology landscape has witnessed unprecedented expansion, with AI-focused companies multiplying remarkably. These companies are developing sophisticated tools that range from automated grading systems to AI-powered study assistants. Investment capital has been flowing generously into AI-driven education ventures, reflecting strong investor confidence in the sector’s potential. Venture capital firms and institutional investors are making significant bets on companies, early-stage funding rounds have grown larger, and established companies are securing substantial Series B and C investments. Read our article "When AI Meets Education: A New Frontier in Modern Learning" to gain insights into the space. Link to our article: https://shorturl.at/8ZyG3 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://shorturl.at/Crrfv In case you wish to learn more about this, do reach out to us. LoEstro Advisors CC: Rakesh Gupta | Payal Jain | Sumit Handa | Neha A. | Kiran S | Bibek Singha | Aditya Vavilakolanu | Rishabh Nagori | Riya Sinha | Soumya Periwal | Harsh Khaitan | Ayush Palawat | Udayan Nath #education #artificialintelligence #aiineducation #technology #modernlearning #investments #growth #startups #venturecapital Miko Leverage Edu HackerRank iNurture Education Solutions Pvt. Ltd. EduGorilla Utter SwiftChat.AI ConveGenius.AI Coschool STEPapp Edukemy Anthem Education Group the homework app Verzeo

Last Friday, we brought together over 75 founders, investors, and startup enthusiasts from the ISB Alumni community for our inaugural Founders' Mixer. Apart from some good food and wine we had an inspiring line up of founders who shared their journeys, victories, challenges and learnings along the way. Thanks Naga Tummala , Sravanth Gajula and Shouvik Dhar for gracing the occasion. It was also a pleasure (re)connecting with fellow Indian School of Business alums and a number of 09 classmates. We will continue to host such events in the near future as part of our ongoing effort to give back to the community. Do keep a watch. LoEstro Advisors Aditya Vavilakolanu Sumit Handa Bibek Singha Neha A. Payal Jain Kiran S Riya Sinha Soumya Periwal Udayan Nath Ayush Palawat Harsh Khaitan

I am looking to hire a passionate professional to join the founder's office. This would be a high visibility role and the individual involved would drive critical initiatives around our operations, brand and growth.?This role offers tremendous learning opportunities in business development, strategic thinking, and hands-on execution. Best part? You don’t have to pay to work in our founder's office! ?? Location: Hyderabad Who We’re Looking For Qualifications: MBA or equivalent is a plus. Experience: 2-5 years in consulting, investment banking, a Founder’s Office role, or similar strategic positions with exposure to operations and brand-building activities. Detailed JD: https://shorturl.at/JfLvT Life at LoEstro: https://shorturl.at/0Pnsp Apply Here: https://shorturl.at/p6VUj #Hiring #FoundersOffice #CareerOpportunity #ConsultingCareers #InvestmentBanking #MBAJobs #StartupJobs LoEstro Advisors Bibek Singha Aditya Vavilakolanu Rishabh Nagori

Since their launch in 2012, SME IPO platforms on India’s Bombay Stock Exchange Limited and NSE India — the BSE SME Exchange and NSE Emerge - have enabled small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to access public funding. Together, these platforms have facilitated Rs 14,000 crore in funding, with nearly 43% raised in FY24 alone. Established by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), SME IPO platforms aim to support the growth of businesses that drive employment, innovation, and exports. In the last 3 years Healthcare sector was the 3rd highest sector in which companies got listed in the SME exchange. Read our article "SME IPO: An Innovative Path to Fundraising" to gain insights into the space. Link to our article: https://shorturl.at/C2Hwk Follow us on LinkedIn: https://shorturl.at/Crrfv In case you wish to learn more about this, do reach out to us. LoEstro Advisors CC: Rakesh Gupta | Sumit Handa | Payal Jain | Neha A.. | Kiran S | Bibek Singha | Aditya Vavilakolanu | Rishabh Nagori | Riya Sinha | Soumya Periwal | Harsh Khaitan | Ayush Palawat | Udayan Nath #healthcare #hospitals #pharma #fundraise #SME #IPO #equity #NSE #investmentbanking

Harshith Vaddiparthy reflects on how his journey as an entrepreneur could have been transformed if he had attended a school like Bower. From hands-on learning experiences to the incredible support of a community driven by passion and innovation, Harshit imagines a world where every lesson isn't just theoretical but practical, inspiring the next generation of changemakers. Ready to explore how Bower is reshaping entrepreneurial education?

In a country where academic success often paves the way to social and economic mobility, India’s test preparation industry has become a cornerstone of the education sector. The India test preparation sector is expected to reach USD 12.4 billion by 2027, growing at a strong CAGR of 23.24% between 2023 and 2027. Increasing competition for limited seats and rising middle-class aspirations have led to a surge in demand for quality test preparation services. The widespread availability of smartphones and affordable internet has further fueled this growth, making online test prep accessible to a broader audience. The standardization of exams and the availability of diverse preparation solutions, including practice papers, crash courses, mock tests, and tutoring programs, have further contributed to the market's expansion, leading to the growth of scaled-up companies across both offline and online channels. Read our article "From Coaching Centers to Cloud Classrooms: Tapping into India’s Test Prep" to gain insights into this sector. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g9qGig9a CC: Rakesh Gupta | Payal Jain | Sumit Handa | Neha A | Kiran S | Bibek Singha | Aditya Vavilakolanu | Rishabh Nagori | Riya Sinha | Soumya Periwal | Harsh Khaitan | Ayush Palawat | Udayan Nath #education #testprep #ArtificialIntelligence #TestPrepIndustry #EducationInIndia #EdTechInnovation #DigitalEducation #CompetitiveExams #EdTechStartups

A lot has been brewing in the education markets in India recently. The months of October and November have seen significant activity, with companies announcing their quarterly results and an uptick in fundraising momentum, with multiple marquee deals being announced. Listed education companies in India reported significant growth in sales in their quarterly results over the previous quarter. Such improvement in performance across public markets came amidst heightening deal activity in India's private markets in education as upGrad raised a $60M Series C round from Temasek and Eruditus Executive Education raised a $150M Series F cheque from CPP Investments | Investissements RPC, Accel, SoftBank Group Corp. and multiple other investors. The overall focus on the integration of technology and AI continued to persist across global education markets, while strategic partnerships for product development and innovation emerged as growth levers for driving companies in the sector forward. Read more in our Education Markets and Deals Roundup, by clicking on the link below - Read our article: https://shorturl.at/r1Kzg Follow us on LinkedIn: https://shorturl.at/Crrfv LoEstro Advisors CC: Rakesh Gupta | Payal Jain | Sumit Handa | Neha A | Kiran S | Bibek Singha | Aditya Vavilakolanu | Rishabh Nagori | Riya Sinha | Soumya Periwal | Harsh Khaitan | Ayush Palawat | Udayan Nath #education #marketupdates #mergersandacquisitions #equityfunding #highereducation #edtech #investmentbanking #strategy #fundraise

?? Exciting News!! We are proud to announce our partnership with Campus Fund, India’s first and only fund exclusively for student entrepreneurs! This collaboration will empower our students at the Bower School of Entrepreneurship by providing: ????Direct access to the pioneers of student-focused funding. ????Opportunity to pitch their ventures and secure funding ????Mentorship throughout their transformative 3-year journey at Bower But that's not all! Bower’s students will also get to ????Participate in exclusive workshops on pitching and funding strategies ????Gain hands-on experience through internship opportunities at Campus Fund. If you're ready to redefine the future of entrepreneurship, apply now for our Cohort 2025 #Entrepreneurship #StudentStartups #CampusFund #BowerSchoolOfEntrepreneurship #Innovation #StartUpIndia #Funding

A Masterclass to Remember: What’s the true potential of intelligence in today’s world? During Bower’s latest Masterclass, Mr. Kalyan Muppaneni, Founder and CEO of Pi DATACENTERS, offered his expert perspective on the Global Data Surge Outlook. From unpacking the Global Data Surge to exploring the power of data centres in fuelling AI, his insights illuminated the future of technology and entrepreneurship for our students. The students walked away with not just knowledge but also inspiration—empowered by Kalyan’s remarkable journey of resilience, vision, and impact. How do you think AI-driven cloud storage will reshape the future of startups? We’d love to hear your opinions—drop them in the comments! #DataSurge #AIPowered #CloudStorage #TechnologyTrends #Entrepreneurship #Bower