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Educational technology in southeast asia in 2025
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Edtech in 2025: Transforming education beyond Southeast Asia’s classrooms

Education is essential for a nation’s growth and should be prioritized as a fundamental aspect of national interest. The advancement of technology significantly contributes to the transformation of education by offering unprecedented access for all. Today, we witness the rise of educational technology (edtech), which…
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Edtech in Southeast Asia: 4 key players to watch

Education serves as a fundamental pillar for acquiring knowledge and optimizing opportunities for success in various life endeavors. Nonetheless, it is critical to acknowledge that access to educational resources often exhibits significant disparities, leading to an uneven distribution of learning opportunities among individuals.  The arrival…
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Driving equitable digital access through ESG implementation in companies

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is no longer just a “good-to-have” framework. It is now a necessary strategy for businesses today, especially in the fast-paced digital landscape in which more companies emphasize sustainability practices.  It was coined in 2005 by the International Finance Corporation (IFC)…
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How founders should navigate winter situation in sunny Indonesia

The technology sector faces global economic challenges due to the geopolitical situation and fears of an impending recession in the United States (US). This period and the media boom have pulled some digital startups down on corporate valuation and business operations and have implications for…
Iman Usman & Belva Devara
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Ruangguru advances education access in Indonesia by leveraging technology

Belva Devara and Iman Usman, Co-founders of Ruangguru, have both experienced the challenges of Indonesian education firsthand. Both of them originated from humble backgrounds and statistically speaking, access to higher education seemed improbable to them. Especially when quality education is still considered a privilege in…