Announcing a new starship in our portfolio — memoryOS, an innovative EdTech startup dedicated to transforming the way individuals enhance their memory capabilities.
What is memoryOS?
memoryOS combines gamification, AI, and scientifically proven memorization techniques to enhance users’ cognitive abilities. With its interactive 3D Virtual Memory Palaces, structured learning methodologies, and AI-powered personalization, memoryOS provides an engaging, effective, and scalable solution to memory training. By making advanced mnemonic techniques accessible to a broad audience, the platform is revolutionizing the way individuals retain and apply.
Having already attracted over 100,000 users worldwide, memoryOS became the most funded app on Kickstarter in 2021. Now they have collected $642,000 from 2,862 backers and got recognition from Google Brands Accelerator as “light-years ahead in the memory space”. The platform has successfully captured the interest of students, professionals, and lifelong learners seeking to improve memory retention and cognitive function.
The team behind memoryOS
Co-founded by Jonas von Essen, a two-time World Memory Champion, and Alex Ruzh, a serial entrepreneur in edtech, memoryOS brings together a team of experts shaping the future of memory training. Vadym Kovtun specializes in finance and accounting, while Paul Deretskiy focuses on marketing and customer relations. Alongside them, game developers, AI specialists, and neuroscientists work to enhance the way we train and retain information.
Jonas von Essen, who ascended to the top of the memory world by mastering mnemonic techniques, has won global competitions such as Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? and Jeopardy, and has set records in memory recall, including memorizing 100,000 decimal places of Pi. His passion for cognitive training and extensive expertise in memory enhancement serve as the foundation of memoryOS’ methodology.
“Mastering memory is no longer just an advantage – it’s a necessity,” said Jonas von Essen, co-founder of memoryOS.
“We’ve developed a unique solution that makes advanced memory techniques accessible to everyone, blending gamification, AI, and proven methodologies into an engaging learning experience. With our talented team driving innovation, we are excited to enter the next phase of our company’s growth with Sigma Software Labs.”
Jonas von Essen.
Many of the startup members have worked in AAA gaming studios and contributed to some of the best interactive experiences on the market. Their collective expertise ensures that the startup offers a gamified and highly engaging experience that is both scientifically rigorous and user-friendly.
Why Sigma Software Labs invested in memoryOS
The global EdTech market is projected to reach $318.8 billion by 2028, fueled by the rapid adoption of AI-driven learning solutions and gamified education platforms. The cognitive training market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 32.4% over the next five years, driven by an increasing demand for memory enhancement solutions in education, professional development, and healthcare. Gamification in education has been shown to improve learning retention rates by up to 60%, – a key factor in memoryOS’ success in engaging users, making it stand at the forefront of this trend, offering an innovative product with a proven market fit and significant growth potential.
Sigma Software Labs strategically invests in startups that align with Sigma Software Group’s expertise. Investment in memoryOS is backed by our track record in AI development, and educational technology at once.
As a global IT leader, Sigma Software has successfully developed scalable solutions for top-tier companies such as AstraZeneca, Volvo, Scania, DanAds, and IATA. With its ISO 13485 certification, an internationally recognized standard for quality management systems for the medical devices industry, Sigma Software is also a trusted partner for health-tech and medical device manufacturers.
What’s next for memoryOS?
Sigma Software Labs’ investment in memoryOS is a step into revolutionising how people learn, retain, and apply knowledge.
“AI is revolutionizing learning, making advanced memory skills accessible to all. memoryOS is a new gateway to unlocking human potential, helping individuals retain knowledge faster and perform at their peak in an information-driven world. Making another step towards a smarter future”,
Daria Yaniieva, Investment Director at Sigma Software Labs
With memoryOS’ proven methodology, innovative technology, and a rapidly expanding user base, Sigma Software Labs is excited to support its journey in transforming the future of cognitive education. Current round was also backed by SID Venture Partners, Investor of the Year 2023 by USF & Lyft 99, – Ukrainian-founded venture fund with Sigma Software among co-founders.
