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Memrise
Language learning system combining cognitive science, tech and entertaining content
About Memrise
Memrise is a language learning platform that leverages memory techniques and machine learning to help users become multilingual. Founded on the principles of serious research, Memrise aims to radically change the ability of normal people to learn new languages. The platform serves a diverse client base of over 65 million learners in 189 countries, ranging from casual learners to serious polyglots. Operating in the online education market, Memrise offers a freemium business model where users can access basic features for free and pay for premium features. Revenue is generated through subscription fees for premium content and features, which include advanced learning tools, offline access, and personalized learning plans. The company's core product is its mobile and web application, which provides interactive language courses, memory-enhancing techniques, and progress tracking. Memrise's commitment to continuous improvement is evident in its regular updates and new feature rollouts, ensuring that users have access to the latest advancements in language learning technology.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt a glance
- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2010
- Headquarters
- London, United Kingdom
- Employees
- 52
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 61.6/100
- Industry
- Education
- Sector
- Edtech, Entertainment, Language, Techscale200, Hard Tech
- Technology
- Hardware, Mobile app
- Business model
- SaaS
- Client focus
- B2C
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERIES B✓Equity / VC | Jun 2018 | $16M | $62M | Avalon Ventures · Balderton Capital · Korelya Capital · Octopus Ventures | ↗ |
| SUPPORT PROGRAM✓Other financing | Mar 2018 | $0 | — | Tech Nation | — |
Financials
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Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for Memrise is 1.8M monthly website visits, down 5.3% over the last three months. Memrise's team declined 16.1% over the past year.
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Investors
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Seed4 investors entered at this stage
Balderton Capital
Ken Baumann
Lerer Ventures
Audrey Capital
Series A3 investors entered at this stage
Korelya Capital
Octopus Ventures
Avalon Ventures
Other known investors3 additional known investors
Tech Nation
Lars Fjeldsoe-Nielsen
Techstars
Source: Dealroom Talent Intelligence.
Global footprint
team presence
Market sentiment
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