EdTech Insight – What Boards of Public Companies Can Learn from Private Equity

by EdTechMate | Feb 12, 2024 | Harvard Business Review, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points The recent evolution of corporate governance in public company boards has shown significant improvements in diversity, risk management, and environmental awareness. However, the core functions of these boards appear ossified, adhering...

EdTech Insight – The Challenge of Retaining Startup Talent After an Acquisition

by EdTechMate | Feb 12, 2024 | Harvard Business Review, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points The last two decades have seen a surge in startup acquisitions, illustrating a significant trend within the startup ecosystem. These acquisitions provide established companies with innovative technologies, fresh talent, and increased...

EdTech Insight – 9 traits of great IT leaders

by EdTechMate | Feb 12, 2024 | CIO, News & Insights

“`html Executive Summary and Main Points: Key innovations and trends highlighted by veteran CIOs, executive advisors, and management consultants include the essential blend of technical expertise and broader business acumen necessary for IT leaders to achieve...

EdTech Insight – Digital banking giant Revolut is launching phone plans for travelers in the UK

by EdTechMate | Feb 12, 2024 | Blog

“`html Executive Summary and Main Points Revolut, a prominent British FinTech player, is carving out new territory by launching eSIM-based phone plans in the UK, a novel move within the financial services sector. This initiative is set to disrupt the synergy...

EdTech Insight – Investors in Airbnb arbitrage business allege they were defrauded in scheme promising ‘higher returns than the stock market’

by EdTechMate | Feb 12, 2024 | Blog

Executive Summary and Main Points In recent developments, Daryn Carr became involved with Hands-Free Automation (HFA), a company engaged in Airbnb arbitrage by relisting accommodations at inflated prices, a practice that violates Airbnb policy. HFA, using proprietary...