Language learning marketplace Preply has raised $50 million in Series C funding as it looks to solidify its foothold in US and Europe markets.

VR language learning company Immerse has raised $9m in funding which it will use to expand its team globally and further invest in virtual education innovation.

Language learning platform Drops has temporarily opened up access to its Droplets app for learners aged 8-17, as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

German-based company Tandem has launched a new limited timed feature to allow users to support and discuss their favourite country and performer at this year's Eurovision Song Contest.

A study by Michigan State University and Babbel has found mobile apps are effective in improving oral proficiency, but time and motivation are still key.

CNN and WeSpeke have partnered to create en.news, an app that uses news to create English lessons. The app uses AI to restructure the news into lessons.

Language learning app Duolingo has welcomed a further $25m in funding, the company has announced, bringing the total amount of investment it has seen to over $100m.