In a groundbreaking partnership, Deepspatial Inc., a leader in GeoAI-powered solutions, has joined forces with Indian Express Online Media to launch edskExpress, a digital news platform designed specifically for students in India. Set to be released in March 2025, the platform aims to combine high-quality journalism with advanced educational technology, providing tailored, age-appropriate content to over 1 crore students across the country. With the goal of fostering critical thinking and preparing students for the future, edskExpress offers curated news, personalized insights, interactive engagement, and plans for regional language expansion. According to Saurabh Tyagi, Director of Brand & Marketing at Deepspatial, this platform is the next step in shaping the future of learning and redefining knowledge delivery for the next generation.
Deepspatial and Indian Express Team Up for Educational News Platform
In an innovative partnership, Deepspatial Inc., a leader in GeoAI-powered solutions, and Indian Express Online Media have joined forces to launch 'edskExpress,' a digital news platform tailored for students in India. Scheduled to be released in March 2025, the platform aims to revolutionize educational content delivery and empower young learners across the nation.
Background
Deepspatial is known for its expertise in GeoAI, a subfield of artificial intelligence that combines geographic data with AI algorithms. This technology has been successfully applied in various industries, including transportation, urban planning, and retail. Indian Express Online Media, on the other hand, is a premier news organization with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality journalism.
edskExpress: A Game-Changer for Student Education
edskExpress will leverage Deepspatial's GeoAI capabilities to create tailored learning experiences for students of all ages. The platform will offer:
Quotes from Key Players
"edskExpress is a bold step towards redefining knowledge delivery for the next generation," said Saurabh Tyagi, Director of Brand & Marketing at Deepspatial. "This partnership brings together our expertise in GeoAI with the journalistic excellence of Indian Express to provide students with a truly transformative learning experience."
FAQs
When will edskExpress be released? It will be released in March 2025.
What age group is edskExpress targeted at? It is tailored for students of all ages.
Is the platform free to use? Information on pricing is not yet available.
Will edskExpress be available in regional languages? Yes, there are plans for regional language expansion.
How will edskExpress differ from existing educational platforms? It will combine high-quality journalism with advanced educational technology, providing tailored, interactive, and age-appropriate content.
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