The Week that Was: Indian Startup News Overview (12th October - 18th October)
Funding News: SpeakX Raises 16 Million to Grow AI English Learning App
Startup: SpeakX
Founders: Arpit Mittal
About us: SpeakX is an Indian EdTech startup revolutionizing English learning with GenAI. Our app offers real-time, AI-powered speaking practice and has reached 10M+ downloads in just four years. Backed by $10M from Elevation, IQ, and Good Waters, they are reshaping English education for India.
Founded Year: 2024
Office: Gurgaon
Sector: Technology, Information and Internet
Funding Round: Fresh capital
Investors: WestBridge Capital
SpeakX, an edtech startup formerly known as Yellow Class, has raised $16 million in a funding round led by WestBridge Capital. Other investors include Elevation Capital, Goodwater Capital, and angel investors Ronnie Screwvala and Shyamal Anadkat.
Website: https://www.speakx.ai
