Edtech startup Kidaptive, an adaptive-learning company that begin its life with a suite of curriculum-focused iPad games for kids, announced today it has closed on $19.1 million in Series C funding…

Source: Edtech company Kidaptive raises $19.1 million for its adaptive learning platform

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This infographic shows how funding works for a hypothetical startup splitting equity with angel investors, venture capitalists and IPO.

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Over the last decade, state and local governments have invested in open data initiatives. Have those efforts done what we thought they should?

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District decision makers have spoken— edtech interoperability is the new differentiator.

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The co-writer of Grateful Dead hits fought for the internet’s highest ideals and co-founded the Electronic Frontier Foundation. He was also an unforgettable friend.

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LS: “The exception is certifiers, who need to register and identify themselves in order to make the system work.” I think they are developing a good model.  I want to find out more.

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LS: I know a bit more about this

Everyone is talking about blockchain, but who’s really doing something with it? We outline blockchain’s rise and applications across industries.

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LS: This is a very good overview.  Easy to understand

Huge companies can stumble. They’re big, slow, and often too complex to adapt to new technologies. That’s where startups shine.

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