South African Edtech, The Invigilator, Secures $11M to Expand AI-Powered Exam Security Globally
South African edtech startup, The Invigilator, has successfully raised $11 million in a funding round, paving the way for significant expansion of its AI-driven platform beyond the African continent. The investment was spearheaded by Kaltroco Partners, alongside contributions from investment professionals based in Nashville, Zurich, and Cape Town, signalling strong international confidence in the company’s innovative approach to online exam integrity.
Revolutionizing Exam Monitoring with AI
Founded in 2020 by chartered accountant Nicholas Riemer, The Invigilator addresses the critical need for academic credibility in the digital age. Its core offering is an AI-powered tool designed to prevent cheating and unethical behaviour during online examinations, offering a cost-effective and secure alternative to traditional proctoring methods. This technology tackles the growing concerns around maintaining academic standards in the face of increasingly sophisticated methods of academic dishonesty. Already adopted by over 20 educational institutions, including prominent South African universities such as the University of South Africa, the University of Johannesburg, and the University of Cape Town, The Invigilator is demonstrably impacting the landscape of online assessment.
The funding will fuel The Invigilator’s mission to globally scale its AI-based solution, bringing enhanced security and credibility to online examinations worldwide. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the company aims to modernize the examination process, ensuring fair and reliable assessments for students and institutions alike.
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