YZi Labs Leads $11M Seed Round in AI Tutoring Startup
YZi Labs has marked its inaugural foray into AI software investments by spearheading an $11 million seed round in VideoTutor, an emerging educational platform. Founded by 20-year-old entrepreneur Kai Zhao, VideoTutor leverages artificial intelligence to transform queries into tailored, animated tutorials. The platform currently caters to more than 20,000 users worldwide, with a mission to democratize access to affordable, high-quality tutoring.
This strategic MOVE signals YZi Labs' pivot toward AI-driven educational solutions, broadening its investment portfolio beyond its traditional focus. The funding round underscores growing confidence in AI's potential to disrupt the education sector, particularly in scaling personalized learning experiences.