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Luis von Ahn

Angel Investor Pennsylvania, United States ·Founded 2011

Overview

An established angel investor and entrepreneur known for co-founding Duolingo and pioneering crowdsourcing technologies. Luis von Ahn is the co-founder and CEO of Duolingo, a language-learning platform that has become the most popular in its category worldwide. Prior to Duolingo, he co-invented CAPTCHA and reCAPTCHA, technologies that have been widely adopted across the internet. As an angel investor, von Ahn has supported early-stage technology companies, particularly those in the education and software sectors. His investments often focus on innovative solutions that leverage technology to enhance learning experiences. His investment strategy emphasizes supporting ventures that align with his expertise in technology and education, aiming to foster growth in companies that offer scalable and impactful solutions. Luis von Ahn's track record reflects a commitment to advancing education through technology, both in his entrepreneurial endeavors and his investment activities.

Investment Focus

Innovative technology solutions
Scalable business models
Impactful educational applications
Strong founding teams
Clear market differentiation

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Luis von Ahn invests in Technology, Software, Education, EdTech, Artificial Intelligence and Digital Media, and is based in Pennsylvania, United States. Luis von Ahn is listed as a angel investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.