What is Kahoot!?
Kahoot! is dedicated to making learning engaging and effective, aiming to unlock the full learning potential of individuals and organizations. Since its inception in 2013, the company has developed a robust learning platform that simplifies the creation, sharing, and hosting of interactive learning sessions. This platform has facilitated hundreds of millions of learning sessions globally, engaging billions of participants across more than 200 countries and regions. Kahoot!'s vision is to become the world's leading learning platform, driven by compelling user engagement and a commitment to educational innovation.
How much funding has Kahoot! raised?
Kahoot! has raised a total of $279.7M across 7 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$6.5M
Unspecified
$10M
Series A
$10M
Series B
$17M
Unspecified
$15.4M
Other Financing Round
$5.8M
Private Equity
$215M
Angel/Seed (2015): $6.5M, investors not publicly disclosed
Unspecified (2016): $10M, investors not publicly disclosed
Series A (2017): $10M supported by Creandum, Northzone, and Microsoft Ventures
Series B (2018): $17M featuring M12, Eilert Giertsen Hanoa, Northzone, and Creandum
Unspecified (2018): $15.4M backed by Datum AS
Other Financing Round (2020): $5.8M with participation from Mando Corp. and LB Investment
Private Equity (2020): $215M led by SoftBank
Key Investors in Kahoot!
SoftBank
SoftBank is a global technology investment conglomerate known for its substantial investments in high-growth technology companies across various sectors, including telecommunications, internet services, and artificial intelligence.
Northzone
Northzone is a multi-stage venture capital fund with a long history of investing in disruptive technology companies, focusing on building category-defining businesses across Europe and North America.
Creandum
Creandum is a leading European venture capital firm that backs ambitious technology companies from their early stages, with a track record of supporting successful global ventures.
What's next for Kahoot!?
With its substantial enterprise-level backing, Kahoot! is strategically positioned for accelerated growth and further platform development. The company is likely to focus on expanding its market reach, enhancing its technological capabilities, and potentially exploring new verticals within the education and corporate training sectors. This significant investment will empower Kahoot! to solidify its leadership in the edtech space, driving innovation and delivering enhanced learning experiences to a global audience.
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