Recently, Beijing Qidian Lingzhi Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Qidian Lingzhi") announced the successful completion of a pre-A round financing of tens of millions of yuan, led by Starlink Capital (Z Fund). The funds will be mainly used to upgrade the company's intelligent teaching system based on large models and multimodal technology, further improve educational content and hardware experience, and enhance user value through innovative scenario-based design.
Qidian Lingzhi is an AI hardware company focusing on the children's education field, dedicated to integrating advanced technologies to create a new generation of smart learning platforms. Its first product, the "AI English Learning Robot," is designed for children aged 3 to 8, introducing the concepts of personalized learning and active exploration into family education in an entertaining way, helping children improve their English skills in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
The company's founding team consists of graduates from Tsinghua University, with nearly 20 years of experience in internet technology and children's education. The founder and technical director, Bao Ta, was one of the pioneers in China's English education field, participating in the development of "NetEase Youdao Dictionary," a product that has served over 1 billion users. Bao Ta's background and the overall capabilities of the team have placed Qidian Lingzhi in a favorable position in the children's education market.
In the current process of English启蒙 for young children, parents often rely on traditional learning tools such as interactive pens and audio players to assist their children. However, as the demand for interactivity and personalized learning increases, more families are seeking support from native English teachers. However, the long-term costs and sustainability of such solutions still need careful consideration. Qidian Lingzhi's AI technology, especially large models and multimodal technology, is bringing transformative breakthroughs to children's education. The robot can understand children's expressions and flexibly adjust teaching content, providing a tutoring experience close to that of real teachers.
In terms of product design, the AI English Learning Robot of Qidian Lingzhi builds an emotional connection with children, combined with an adaptive content engine, to create a personalized learning path. Its innovative teaching method can sense the child's learning state in real time and optimize interaction strategies, achieving English启蒙 goals in a gamified scenario. The product has already passed multiple rounds of user research and internal testing, and the results show that child users demonstrate strong exploratory willingness and good interactive behavior. The team's long-term vision is to become the preferred smart partner for cognitive development in young children.
