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Turtle Learn has become a founding member of the Hong Kong chapter of the Asia EdTech Summit (AES), a global community representing interchange and cooperation among EdTech companies across Asia.

AES brings together industry leaders from Korea, Japan, China, Vietnam, and other Asian markets to share knowledge, conduct joint market research, and develop collaborative innovations. The organization also hosts the annual AES Global Award, recognizing excellence in educational technology.

As a founding member, Turtle Learn will actively participate in cross-border partnerships, contribute to the development of Asia's EdTech ecosystem, and leverage regional synergies to bring innovative learning solutions to students across the continent.

Turtle Learn has officially opened its first Vietnam office in Hanoi, marking a significant step in the company's Southeast Asia expansion strategy. The new office will serve as a regional hub for business development, customer support, and localization efforts.

This move follows our partnership with KiddiHub earlier this year and positions Turtle Learn to better serve the rapidly growing Vietnamese EdTech market, which has over 20 million K-12 students.

This expansion strengthens Turtle Learn's presence in emerging markets across Southeast Asia, fostering educational connectivity between Hong Kong and ASEAN nations.

Turtle Learn has been selected for the HolonIQ East Asia EdTech 150 list for 2025. The annual list recognizes 150 education technology companies across East Asia based on factors including market traction, innovation, and regional impact.

HolonIQ is a global education market intelligence firm that tracks EdTech developments worldwide. The East Asia EdTech 150 covers companies from Hong Kong, mainland China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.

Turtle Learn was featured on HOY TV's "智．創未來" (Creating the Future) programme, a flagship technology show dedicated to showcasing Hong Kong's innovation and technology ecosystem.

The programme, presented by China Everbright Group, introduces local startups and research products while inviting industry leaders and government officials to discuss Hong Kong's innovation development and related policies.

During the interview, Turtle Learn shared insights on how AI and human-computer interaction technologies are transforming Chinese language education for primary school students.

Turtle Learn has been featured on HKTDC's Hong Kong Means Business platform, highlighting our expansion into ASEAN markets and our innovative experiential approach to Chinese language education.

The article covers our franchise partnerships with Kiddo in Jakarta and KiddiHub in Hanoi, our medium-term goal of 100 learning centres across ASEAN over the next five years, and our plans to expand to Japan, Korea and North America.

The feature also highlights how HKTDC's market intelligence and stakeholder access helped accelerate our market entry by an estimated 12 to 18 months.

Ta Kung Pao (大公報) has published an in-depth interview with Turtle Learn co-founder Kendall Lo, highlighting how the company is transforming Chinese language education through patented touchscreen technology.

The article covers Touring Turtle's adoption by approximately 100 primary schools in Hong Kong (25% of the city's primary schools), and the company's ambitious plans to open 100 learning centres across Southeast Asia over the next five years.

The interview also discusses the growing demand for Chinese language learning in Vietnam, Indonesia, and other ASEAN countries, and how Turtle Learn is positioning itself to bridge cultural and economic connections through education.

Turtle Learn welcomed the Principal and a delegation from Yunnan Normal University to our Hong Kong Science Park headquarters. The visit focused on exploring collaborative opportunities to deliver Chinese language education across Southeast Asian countries.

This partnership leverages Turtle Learn's AI-powered education technologies to promote Mandarin learning in ASEAN markets, connecting students across borders through innovative EdTech solutions.

Turtle Learn has reached a significant milestone: our learning platforms are now deployed in over 150 schools across Hong Kong. This represents a threefold increase from last year and validates our commitment to creating technology that works in real classrooms.

Our solutions, including Touring Turtle and Turtle Teach interactive learning systems, are now reaching tens of thousands of students daily. We remain focused on continuous improvement through our data-driven, research-first approach.

Turtle Learn has signed a strategic partnership with EECEE Academy, a consortium of leading linguistic experts from the Linguistic Society of Macao (澳門語言學會), Zhuhai, and other prominent universities across China.

This collaboration will leverage Turtle Learn's proprietary EdTech technologies to develop and deliver AI-driven language education solutions specifically designed for students in Southeast Asian markets.

By tapping into the rich academic resources of the Greater Bay Area, Turtle Learn is strengthening its research capabilities while creating culturally relevant and pedagogically sound learning experiences for diverse learner populations across ASEAN.

Turtle Learn has commenced a solution trial at Singapore American School (SAS), one of the largest and most prestigious American international schools in Asia with over 4,000 students.

The pilot programme introduces Turtle Learn's innovative Chinese language learning solutions to SAS students, demonstrating the platform's effectiveness in international school settings where students learn Chinese as a second or additional language.

This trial represents a significant milestone in Turtle Learn's expansion into the international school market across Southeast Asia, validating our approach to making Chinese language learning engaging and accessible for diverse learner populations.

Turtle Learn has officially launched in Jakarta, Indonesia—the largest education market in Southeast Asia with over 50 million K-12 students.

This expansion marks a significant milestone in Turtle Learn's international growth strategy, bringing proven AI-powered learning technologies to Indonesian schools and learning centers.

The Jakarta launch positions Turtle Learn to serve the rapidly growing Indonesian EdTech market while contributing to educational connectivity across the Asia-Pacific region.

Turtle Learn has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with KiddiHub, one of Vietnam's leading early childhood education platforms. This partnership will introduce Turtle Learn's Chinese language learning curriculum to KiddiHub's extensive network of kindergartens and primary schools across Vietnam.

The collaboration combines KiddiHub's deep understanding of the Vietnamese education landscape with Turtle Learn's proven AI and HCI technologies, creating a powerful offering for young learners in the region.

Turtle Learn has been selected to join EduSpaze's seventh cohort, Singapore's leading edtech accelerator supported by Enterprise Singapore. The programme provides seed funding and mentorship from experienced education and edtech mentors.

The cohort includes seven promising startups from across Asia using AI and VR technologies to transform education, including companies from Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Korea, and Indonesia.

Through the programme, Turtle Learn will receive guidance to accelerate growth, attract investors, and expand its presence across the Southeast Asian edtech market.