Zurich-based edtech company Taskbase has raised €3.6 million ($3.9 million) in a fresh funding round led by Acrobator Ventures, Mediahuis Ventures, and Bloomhaus Ventures AG, along with existing investors.
This investment will support Taskbase’s plans to accelerate growth and expand into additional European markets. The company also aims to increase its headcount, focusing on engineering, AI, delivery, and sales and marketing.
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The Company’s Mission and Technological Innovation
Founded in 2015 by Samuel Portman, Daniel Niederberger, and Patrick Trümpi as a spin-off from ETH Zurich, Taskbase is dedicated to helping digital learning providers deliver personalized educational experiences tailored to each learner’s needs. The company achieves this by integrating AI features specifically designed for educational purposes, ensuring consistent learning concepts across all areas.
Advanced AI Features for Effective Learning
Taskbase offers various AI-driven features, including personalized feedback, adaptive testing, and intelligent tutoring, which address challenges such as AI models struggling to assess student responses that don’t match learning goals. These features make learning more engaging and effective, helping platforms maintain control over learning goals while incorporating advanced capabilities.
Collaborations and Future Plans
Taskbase collaborates with leading Swiss research centers for machine learning and learning science to ensure its solutions are pedagogically sound and transparent. The company aims to continue enhancing its AI features to make learning more efficient and personalized while avoiding unnecessary complexity.
With this significant funding, the startup is poised to further its mission of transforming digital learning and expanding its impact across Europe.
