Voovo – an artificial intelligence–based application aiming to revolutionize how students and teachers interact with educational materials – has successfully closed a $500,000 pre-seed investment round, joined by Obuda Uni Venture Capital (OUVC) as the largest investor. The round was led by the global startup accelerator Techstars, and also joined by well-known figures of the Hungarian innovation ecosystem such as Petya Balogh’s STRT Holding Nyrt. and angel investor Péter Csillag.
Voovo’s mission is simple yet ambitious: to provide students and educators with a tool that makes learning more effective and less overwhelming. By applying the principles of microlearning, Voovo breaks down complex topics into digestible parts and reinforces them through a combination of spaced repetition and active recall.
Since its launch, Voovo has helped more than 20,000 students across Europe and beyond, transforming how they prepare for exams and retain critical knowledge. The platform’s unique AI algorithms personalize learning paths based on individual performance, making studying adaptive and tailored to each student’s needs. OUVC’s participation as the largest investor clearly highlights the platform’s value to the academic community.
“Since 2009, I’ve worked with more than a thousand startups, and I’ve learned that success is always about people. The Voovo team, led by Benedek Herman, stands out for its deep understanding of the problem, its drive to build a truly useful product, and its commitment to positively impacting their community. We’re proud to support them on their growth journey,” said Imre Hild, CEO of Óbuda Uni Venture Capital, about the investment.
The new capital will enable Voovo to continue refining its platform based on user feedback and build on its current successes. In the coming year, the focus will be on expanding partnerships with educational institutions, growing the user base, and further validating the model in real-world settings. With this support, Voovo is ready to strengthen its presence in classrooms across Hungary and Central and Eastern Europe, aiming to become a leading player in the edtech sector.