From 0 to 80 Million Users: Disrupting the AI Language Learning Landscape | Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer @ Memrise | Ben Whately

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English - June 24, 2024 23:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB
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In this episode, Ben Whately, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Memrise, shares his journey from experimenting with neural networks to founding an innovative language learning platform.

Memrise is a platform that leverages memory techniques, deep understanding of neuroscience and novel approaches to second language acquisition to make learning a language dramatically easier and faster.

Ben discusses:

The challenges of disrupting the Ed-Tech marketThe role of AI in education, and the growth of Memrise to 80 million users. The psychological theories driving Memrise.His personal focus on angel investing in sustainability and climate tech startups Practical advice for founders on navigating the startup ecosystem, understanding customer needs, and staying adaptable.Mental frameworks to adopt for agility in business development and growth (anti-fragile mentalities).How people from non traditional backgrounds can still flourish and have great success in the technology sector.What type of founder Ben looks to invest in.Counteracting innate bias to try to change the investment landscape and build a better technology ecosystem for the future.

And much, much more...

Tune in for insights on education, psychology, technology, and sustainable innovation.

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