Pearson
UK education publisher and testing company moving its content and tests into AI tools.
- Based in
- London, UK
- Listed
- Public (PSON.L)
It owns large catalogues of content and tests that schools and employers rely on.
Free AI tutors can replace paid textbook and course use.
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