Hyderabad, 12 November 2024 – Hyderabad-based Bhanzu, a global math-learning edtech startup founded by Neelakantha Bhanu, the World’s Fastest Human Calculator, has raised $16.5 million in a Series B funding round led by Epiq Capital, with continued support from Z3 Ventures, Eight Roads, and Lightspeed Ventures. This investment will help Bhanzu reach 100 million students in the next five years, spreading the love for math across India, the U.S., the U.K., and the Middle East. Bhanzu has achieved impressive success with 8X growth since its last funding round. This growth is driven by the faith and confidence of both parents and students, highlighted by a 5X increase in resubscriptions
Bhanzu courses make math interactive and relatable by connecting it to real-life situations, helping students see math as a useful skill for both academics and everyday problem-solving. Using advanced Artificial Intelligence, Bhanzu customizes lessons to each student’s pace and needs, making learning smoother and more enjoyable. This adaptive approach keeps students engaged, builds their confidence, and prepares them for exams and real-world challenges. With this new funding, Bhanzu is set to become a global leader in math education, inspiring a generation of confident math learners.
Bhanzu’s Founder and CEO, Neelakantha Bhanu, is celebrated as the first Indian to win a gold medal in the Mental Calculation World Championship at the 2020 Mind Sports Olympics in London, an achievement that earned him recognition from the President of India. Driven by his passion for math, Bhanu is on a mission to make math enjoyable, accessible, and relatable for young learners everywhere. During the COVID-19 lockdown, Bhanzu’s innovative and engaging approach provided essential support to thousands of students, allowing them to stay connected to math learning from home.
Neelakantha Bhanu, Founder and CEO of Bhanzu, shared: “This funding is a major milestone in our mission to transform how children learn math. The positive response in India has been overwhelming, and we’re excited to expand our engaging, hands-on approach to the U.S., U.K., Middle East, and other countries. Parents and children value our platform for building real confidence in math. With this support, we’re eager to expand further, refine our platform, and create a global math learning experience—built in India, for the world.”