Venture Capital Traps and Triumphs in the EdTech Landscape

Amid the bustling backdrop of the ASU+GSV Summit, Mallory and Seth dive into the event’s pressing topics like the current state of investment in educational technology and the real-world applications of artificial intelligence shaking up the industry.

Key Takeaways:

• Venture Capital Challenges: Insights into how previous high investments are now struggling due to market downturns, affecting innovation funding.
• Market Realities and Opportunities: Exploration of the current market dynamics, identifying potential winners and the ongoing importance of effective marketing.
• Networking and Industry Dynamics: Observations from the conference highlight continuous industry movements and personal changes within the field.
• Globalization of Education: Conversations about expanding educational influence beyond local boundaries to a global scale.

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Mallory Willsea
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Seth Odell
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