Edu Challenger Launches Third Cohort
Edu Challenger is back. This September, the third cohort of the cutting-edge EdTech accelerator officially kicked off, powered by Startup Lithuania and led by xEdu and Civitta. Running through December 2025, the program culminates in a Demo Day at the Reimagine Education conference, where participating startups will pitch their innovations to a global network of investors, educators, and tech experts.
This accelerator is designed to empower ambitious EdTech startups with tailored mentorship, strategic resources, and funding opportunities. Selected teams will receive grants of up to €40,000 to build their MVPs and up to €60,000 for final product development.
Blending online and in-person formats, the program features workshops, mentoring sessions, and networking events, with key activities hosted in Vilnius, Lithuania. From over 100 applicants, 10 standout startups have been selected to join this acceleration journey. Here’s a look at the cohort that’s ready to redefine education:
AI agents that support university applicants (B2C) and streamline recruitment for institutions (B2B).
A gamified iOS app that turns screen time into a reward system for kids, encouraging healthy habits and task completion.
A self-service platform for museums and cultural institutions to create immersive, AI-powered audio tours with virtual personas and storytelling.
Expy
Automates assignment creation, assessment, and feedback to help educators focus on inspiring and supporting students.
An AI-driven reflection app offering personalized insights to boost emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
Buildibots
Hands-on STEAM education through 3D modeling, robotics assembly, and intuitive coding—designed to foster creativity and teamwork.
A suite of five AI-powered assistants that support teachers in everyday tasks—practical, intelligent, and ready to use.
A creative habits toolkit combining digital prototypes with physical nudging artefacts to encourage behavioral change.
Memani
A personal finance education and planning platform offering lifetime financial guidance powered by AI.
Publisher of open-access journals in science and engineering, supporting global knowledge sharing.
Stay tuned as these startups push boundaries and bring fresh energy to the EdTech space. The future of learning is being built right now—and it’s happening at Edu Challenger.