IBM's Global AI Education RFP, UAE & Microsoft Team Up, and Teacher's Buddy Raises $2.3M - AI in Education #43
February 11, 2026 -
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IBM has announced a global request for proposals for its Impact Accelerator program, focusing on AI solutions in education and workforce development. The initiative seeks collaboration with nonprofits and government organizations to enhance learning and job access. Meanwhile, the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has teamed up with Microsoft to develop AI agents to assist university students in personalizing their education and career planning. This collaboration was revealed at the World Governments Summit 2026 in Dubai.
In other news, New Zealand-based AI startup Teacher's Buddy has secured $2.3 million in seed funding to help reduce educator burnout by offering tools for lesson planning and personalized learning. Additionally, Alefredo EdTech has acquired UK-based Tutor House to create a unified digital and human-led education platform across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, aiming to deliver an integrated, AI-powered learning experience.
Welcome to this week's edition of AI In Education Weekly.
IBM has announced a global request for proposals for its Impact Accelerator program, focusing on AI solutions in education and workforce development. The initiative seeks collaboration with nonprofits and government organizations to enhance learning and job access. Meanwhile, the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has teamed up with Microsoft to develop AI agents to assist university students in personalizing their education and career planning. This collaboration was revealed at the World Governments Summit 2026 in Dubai.
In other news, New Zealand-based AI startup Teacher's Buddy has secured $2.3 million in seed funding to help reduce educator burnout by offering tools for lesson planning and personalized learning. Additionally, Alefredo EdTech has acquired UK-based Tutor House to create a unified digital and human-led education platform across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, aiming to deliver an integrated, AI-powered learning experience.
IBM Launches Global RFP for AI in Education and Workforce
IBM has announced a global request for proposals for its Impact Accelerator program, focusing on AI solutions in education and workforce development. The initiative seeks collaboration with nonprofits and government organizations to improve learning and job access. Read more
UAE Ministry and Microsoft Collaborate on AI for Students
The UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has partnered with Microsoft to develop AI agents to assist university students in personalizing their learning and career paths. This initiative was announced at the World Governments Summit 2026 in Dubai. Read more
Teacher's Buddy Raises $2.3 Million to Tackle Educator Burnout
New Zealand-based AI startup Teacher's Buddy has secured $2.3 million in seed funding to help reduce educator burnout by offering tools for lesson planning and personalized learning. Read more
Alefredo EdTech Acquires Tutor House
Alefredo EdTech has acquired UK-based Tutor House to create a unified digital and human-led education platform across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. This acquisition aims to deliver an integrated, AI-powered learning experience. Read more
Jordan Partners with Amira Learning for AI Literacy Program
The government of Jordan has started a national AI literacy program with Amira Learning to improve AI understanding and skills among its citizens. Read more
DepEd Collaborates with ASEAN on AI-Driven Education
The Department of Education in the Philippines is partnering with Southeast Asian countries to enhance AI-driven digital education. The initiative aims to responsibly integrate AI in classrooms and has already trained nearly 796,000 individuals in AI literacy. Read more
California Colleges and Mainstay Launch AI Pilot for Rural Students
The California Community Colleges Digital Center for Innovation, Transformation & Equity and Mainstay have initiated a pilot program to improve college access for rural students in California using a bilingual AI digital coach named 'Cali'. Read more
Hong Kong Hosts AI in Education Forum
The 'AI in Education Forum Series & Showcase' was held in Hong Kong, attracting over 5,000 participants to explore AI applications in education. Read more
Geoffrey Hinton Praises Alpha School's AI Model
Geoffrey Hinton has recognized Alpha School for its innovative AI-driven personalized learning model, which adapts to individual student needs and enhances educational outcomes. Read more
Quizlet Acquires Coconote for AI Learning Enhancement
Quizlet has acquired Coconote, an AI note-taking app, to enhance its audio-based learning capabilities. This acquisition aims to integrate Coconote's features into Quizlet's platform for improved study experiences. Read more
Renaissance Appoints New Board Chair for AI in Education
Renaissance has appointed Gerri Martin-Flickinger as Chair of its Board of Directors to enhance AI innovations in education. Martin-Flickinger brings experience from her previous roles at Starbucks and Adobe. Read more
Blackbaud Partners with Generation: You Employed for AI Workforce Development
Blackbaud has announced a multi-year philanthropic contribution to Generation: You Employed, a global nonprofit, to support AI-driven curriculum innovation aimed at improving workforce development and economic mobility for millions facing employment barriers worldwide. Read more
Genius Factor Academy Partners with National Black MBA Association
Genius Factor Academy and the National Black MBA Association have announced a partnership to develop an AI-driven career intelligence platform, aimed at aligning professionals' talents with career opportunities. Read more
Spear Education and Overjet Collaborate on AI in Dentistry
The partnership between Spear Education and Overjet aims to enhance dental diagnostics and training by integrating AI technology to improve diagnosis and treatment planning. Read more
Exxat Secures Investment from Accel-KKR
Exxat, a technology provider for healthcare education, has received a minority growth investment from Accel-KKR. This partnership is set to boost product innovation and expand Exxat's influence in healthcare education, impacting over 1,600 academic programs and 400,000 learners. Read more
Investment in AI Workforce Platform TAP
Stand Together Ventures Lab, Cubit Capital, 8VC, and GSV have invested in Training All People (TAP), an AI-powered platform for workforce development in advanced manufacturing. Read more
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