Innovative EdTech Startup Cluely Secures $15 Million in Funding to Revolutionize Exam and Interview Preparation

In a bold move within the technology and education sectors, emerging startup Cluely has announced a significant funding milestone, raising $15 million in Series A financing led by prominent venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz. The company, publicly sharing the news via a video on X (formerly Twitter), positions itself at the intersection of artificial intelligence and exam/interview assistance.

Industry insiders suggest that Cluely’s post-money valuation is approximately $120 million, although Andreessen Horowitz has chosen not to confirm this figure. The startup’s leadership remains tight-lipped regarding specific valuation details.

This recent funding follows Cluely’s earlier seed round of $5.3 million, co-led by Abstract Ventures and Susa Ventures, completed just two months prior. The rapid succession of funding rounds underscores investor confidence in the startup’s innovative offerings.

Founded earlier this year by young entrepreneurs Roy Lee, aged 21, and Neel Shanmugam, Cluely is gaining attention for its controversial approach to artificial intelligence. The founders previously gained notoriety for creating an AI-driven tool called “Interview Coder,” designed to assist users in passing technical interviews—an application that reportedly led to their suspension from Columbia University.

Cluely’s mission revolves around developing AI tools purportedly capable of helping users succeed in job interviews, exams, and sales calls, sparking conversations around ethics and AI’s role in education and professional development.

As the startup advances its ambitious goals, it remains to be seen how their technology will evolve and how the broader community perceives its influence on fair assessment standards.