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Taling

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A platform that connects tens of thousands of tutors registered on the platform with customers

Seoul, South KoreaFounded 2015Edtech
Valuation $50–100M Last recorded · 2021
Revenue $1–10M Latest reported FY
Headcount <100 Current team size
Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding
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About Taling

Taling, established in 2015 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, operates as a dynamic education platform. The company's core mission is to bridge the gap between creators and learners by providing a versatile space for the development and monetization of both online and offline courses. This model addresses a common challenge in the education sector: the lack of accessible, diverse, and flexible learning resources that cater to various schedules and learning preferences. The platform was founded by Kim Yoon-hwan, who serves as the company's representative.

Taling's business model revolves around connecting content creators with a broad audience of learners, offering a solution for individuals seeking to acquire new skills and knowledge. The platform's offerings are extensive, encompassing a variety of subjects through online courses, offline workshops, and video-on-demand (VOD) content. This structure allows creators to monetize their expertise while providing learners with a rich and diverse educational landscape. To further enhance the learning experience, Taling provides membership options that grant access to more structured learning paths and facilitates real-time interaction for a more personalized educational journey.

From a financial perspective, Taling has demonstrated significant growth, having raised over $15 million in funding. The platform generates revenue by taking a percentage of the fees from the various classes and content sold by creators. These courses cover a wide array of topics, from professional skills like Excel and digital marketing to personal development subjects such as English conversation, fitness, and even niche hobbies. Creators are equipped with tools to effectively manage and promote their courses, fostering a supportive environment for educational entrepreneurship. By offering a comprehensive solution for both creators and learners, Taling has carved out a significant space in the competitive ed-tech market.

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At a glance

Status
Operational
Founded
2015
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Employees
43
Open positions
None listed
Dealroom signal
67.7/100
Industry
Education
Sector
Edtech, Tutoring and Homework
Business model
Marketplace & ecommerce
Client focus
b2b, b2c

Funding history

2 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
SERIES B✓Equity / VC Feb 2021 $12M $49M Shinhan Venture Investment · DSC Investment · MegaStudy · Envester —
SERIES A✓Equity / VC Aug 2019 $3.3M $13M NVESTOR · Hana Ventures · Able C&C —
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Financials

Revenue over time

Revenue, earnings and other financial measures where available. Years marked “E” are estimates.

YearRevenueGrowth
2026
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020 —
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Growth signals

Taling website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Taling is 290K monthly website visits, up 45% over the last three months. Taling's team grew 13.2% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits290K 3-month web change+45% 1-year team growth+13.2%
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Investments and acquisitions

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Investors

7 investors on the cap table

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Series A7 investors entered at this stage

  • NVESTOR
  • Hana Ventures
  • Able C&C
  • Shinhan Venture Investment
  • DSC Investment
  • MegaStudy
  • Envester
Team profiled 3 named & role-tagged
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Global footprint

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🇰🇷 South Korea100%
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Market sentiment

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