**Unacademy Restructures Airlearn Ownership Amid Investor Concerns**
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**Unacademy Restructures Airlearn Ownership Amid Investor Concerns**
In a significant shift, Unacademy has altered its strategy regarding the spin-off of its language learning business, Airlearn. Initially, co-founder Munjal proposed that Unacademy would transfer 10% of its cash to Airlearn, with existing investors retaining an 80% stake. However, a new plan approved by Unacademy’s investors in August has changed the landscape. Under this revised agreement, investors will now hold a 50% stake in Airlearn without any cash transfer. Instead, Munjal and co-founder Roman Saini will lead the venture and seek external funding to support its growth.
The evolution of Airlearn is crucial for Unacademy, which experienced rapid growth during the pandemic but has faced challenges as demand for remote learning has declined. Despite being in its early stages, Airlearn has shown potential to contribute to Unacademy’s path back to profitability. The company has already made strides in reducing its fiscal year 2024 losses by 62%, decreasing from ₹1,678 crore to ₹631 crore.
Unacademy’s investor base includes prominent firms such as Nexus Venture Partners, SoftBank, General Atlantic, Peak XV, and Temasek, with the company last valued at $3.4 billion in 2021. The initial plan for Airlearn garnered support from investors, who believed it could enhance their returns on investment in Unacademy. However, concerns arose regarding Munjal’s ambitions to pursue additional investments in startups, which some investors felt could conflict with his leadership of Airlearn.
Munjal, who began Unacademy as a YouTube channel during his college years, has stepped back from day-to-day operations of the parent company, now led by co-founder Sumit Jain. Currently, Munjal holds approximately 9.2% of Unacademy and is focusing his efforts on Airlearn.
The shift in strategy reflects a broader trend in the edtech sector as companies adapt to changing market conditions. As Airlearn continues to develop, its success could play a pivotal role in Unacademy’s recovery and future growth.
**FAQ**
**What is the current ownership structure of Airlearn?**
Unacademy investors now hold a 50% stake in Airlearn, while co-founders Munjal and Roman Saini will seek external funding to support the business.
