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Kunduz

YC S18

Istanbul, TR · Founded 2016 · 85 employees · 15 known investors

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Kunduz provides personalized tutoring to students through a combination of vetted tutors and AI, available 24/7. The platform serves students seeking individualized learning support across any course subject.

AI & Machine LearningEdTechMarketplacesAI-Enhanced LearningArtificial IntelligenceEducationMarketplaceTurkeyMiddle East and North AfricaFully Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S18)

Kunduz was founded in 2016 by Basar Basaran, Baris Bilgic, and Melih Sener.

BBBasar Basaran
Basar BasaranCo-FounderBasar Basaran is a cofounder at Kunduz with an MBA and MA in Education from Stanford, and previously worked as a consultant at McKinsey.
BBBaris Bilgic
Baris BilgicCo-FounderFounder of Kunduz, a platform providing personalized tutoring through vetted tutors and AI. Barış brings expertise in software design, architecture, and full-stack development including Python, Django, and ReactJS.
MSMelih Sener
Melih SenerCo-Founder
JF
Jordana FremedHead of Finance
PC
Pelin CivanPeople \u0026 Culture Lead
GM
Gabriella MarascoUS Expansion Lead
FP
Francesca PolycarpeUS Expansion Leadformer

Investors · 15

Eczacibasi Momentum Teknoloji Yatimlarilisted by Eczacibasi Momentum Teknoloji YatimlariIstanbul

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StartupFonlisted by StartupFonIstanbul

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Vela Partnerslisted by Vela PartnersSan Francisco · $100K – $500Kvia Yigit Ihlamur · inferred

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Venture Solutionslisted by Venture Solutions

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Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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9Yards CapitalreportedNew York · $100K – $10M

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Blue Boat Holdingsreported

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Blue Boat Holdings Ptyreported

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Development Analyticsreported

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Joey Krugreported

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K50 VenturesreportedEncinitas · $50K – $250K

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NFXreportedSan Francisco · $250K – $5M

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SingularreportedParis

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Zeno VenturesreportedGeneva

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Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$4.9M disclosed across 1 round · 2021

▶$4.9MraisedJan 2022 · 80 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Baris BilgicDirector
  • Basar BasaranExecutive Officer, Director
  • Melih SenerDirector
Offering amount
$4.9M
Amount sold
$4.9M
First sale
Jul 2021
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2018
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Kunduz do?
Kunduz provides personalized tutoring to students through a combination of vetted tutors and AI, available 24/7. The platform serves students seeking individualized learning support across any course subject.
Who founded Kunduz?
Kunduz was founded by Basar Basaran, Baris Bilgic, Melih Sener in 2016.
Who are Kunduz's investors?
Kunduz's investors include Dorm Room, Eczacibasi Momentum Teknoloji Yatimlari, StartupFon, Vela Partners, Venture Solutions, Y Combinator, 9Yards Capital, Blue Boat Holdings and 7 more.
How much funding has Kunduz raised?
Kunduz has disclosed $4.9M raised across 1 round.
Where is Kunduz headquartered?
Kunduz is headquartered in Istanbul, TR.