Mark Zuckerberg heads £18M investment in Paul McCartney-backed UK startup Yoto — TFN

Yoto, a UK startup creating screen-free audio players for children, has secured $23 million in funding. Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan, through their Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, contributed $11 million to the round. Yoto has previously received support from existing shareholders, including Paul McCartney, one of its initial investors. Chan Zuckerberg Ventures acquired a nearly 10% stake in Yoto last year, with managing partner Vivian Wu joining the board. The company aims to provide children with engaging audio experiences while promoting screen-free learning and play.

Yoto Raises $23 Million Led by Chan Zuckerberg Initiative

Yoto is a UK-based startup that designs and develops audio players for children, incorporating Montessori principles to promote screen-free learning and entertainment.

A UK-based startup that designs screen-free audio players for children with Montessori principles.

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Yoto Raises $23 Million Led by Chan Zuckerberg Initiative

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