A new edtech venture from Singapore, Cialfo, has raised US$3m to help it expand into the US. The product allows students to research global HEIs to assist with their application processes.

Japan will open a National Information Centre in order to collate data on the academic credentials of institutions and students, in English, for the use of overseas university admissions staff.

UniQuest has announced findings of its research project into "stealth applicants" – mysterious students that constitute a ‘blind spot’ for university admissions and marketing teams by making no contact before application.

Education and Headai have launched an app to promote Finland's education system and overhaul the country's application process

Browns English College in Australia has created a new portal to streamline the application process from "10 days to 10 minutes" - available only for agent partners.

Duolingo's English Test is becoming a fast and cost effective alternative to traditional English proficiency exams in university admissions.

Simple college application questions can lead to big headaches for international students applying to US universities and could ultimately affect their admission. Admissions counsellors have said its the US's job to change the process.

Beijing-based admission video interview service Vericant has secured funding from venture capital firm Shunwei Capital. The undisclosed amount will be used to expand business partnerships in to the higher education sector after several years operating in the boarding school industry.