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Kano Computing
Kano Computing is a London-based startup that specializes in computer hardware and software. Founded in January 2013, the company focuses on creating educational kits that utilize Raspberry Pi single-board computers to teach STEM subjects to children. Kano Computing is known for its innovative approach to technology education and has gained recognition for its products and initiatives in the tech industry.
The company received recognition for its approach, securing funding through crowdfunding campaigns and a £14 million investment from HSBC. Collaborations with Kanye West and Novak Djokovic highlighted Kano's impact in the tech and education sectors. Accolades include Fast Company's 50 Most Innovative Companies list, Time's Invention of the Year awards, and the Golden Lion at the Cannes Lions global marketing awards.
Kano was founded in January 2013 by Alex Klein, son of Getty Images co-founder Jonathan Klein; his cousin, Saul Klein, a major tech venture capitalist; and Yonatan Raz-Fridman. The company's name originated from Kanō Jigorō, the creator of judo. Kano was a computing company that sold kits consisting of Raspberry Pi single-board computers and various accessories for teaching STEM, computing, and robotics to children.
In 2023, Kano split its business and formed a second company named Kano World. Ollie Dotsch, former head of sales and education at Kano Computing, serves as CEO.
In August 2013, Kano launched an initial Kano Computer Prototype box. It consisted of a small USB keyboard, several prototype booklets, a case, a Raspberry Pi 1, and an SD card loaded with an early version of the Raspbian OS. All 200 prototypes released were sold.
In 2014, the firm launched the Kano Computer Kit, an educational computer kit to teach hardware assembly and basic programming skills. It was built on Raspberry Pi circuit boards and the company's custom open-source operating system, Kano OS.
In 2018, the firm partnered with Warner Bros to release an electronic Harry Potter wand. Kano themselves stated the aim of the firm was to teach the basics of languages such as JavaScript.
Also in 2018, the firm released motion sensor kits with Frozen and Star Wars themes in a multi-year partnership with Disney. The USB motion sensor detects movement in front of the sensor's receptacle and users were given the ability to program objects based on the motion used above the device.
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Kano Computing
Kano Computing is a London-based startup that specializes in computer hardware and software. Founded in January 2013, the company focuses on creating educational kits that utilize Raspberry Pi single-board computers to teach STEM subjects to children. Kano Computing is known for its innovative approach to technology education and has gained recognition for its products and initiatives in the tech industry.
The company received recognition for its approach, securing funding through crowdfunding campaigns and a £14 million investment from HSBC. Collaborations with Kanye West and Novak Djokovic highlighted Kano's impact in the tech and education sectors. Accolades include Fast Company's 50 Most Innovative Companies list, Time's Invention of the Year awards, and the Golden Lion at the Cannes Lions global marketing awards.
Kano was founded in January 2013 by Alex Klein, son of Getty Images co-founder Jonathan Klein; his cousin, Saul Klein, a major tech venture capitalist; and Yonatan Raz-Fridman. The company's name originated from Kanō Jigorō, the creator of judo. Kano was a computing company that sold kits consisting of Raspberry Pi single-board computers and various accessories for teaching STEM, computing, and robotics to children.
In 2023, Kano split its business and formed a second company named Kano World. Ollie Dotsch, former head of sales and education at Kano Computing, serves as CEO.
In August 2013, Kano launched an initial Kano Computer Prototype box. It consisted of a small USB keyboard, several prototype booklets, a case, a Raspberry Pi 1, and an SD card loaded with an early version of the Raspbian OS. All 200 prototypes released were sold.
In 2014, the firm launched the Kano Computer Kit, an educational computer kit to teach hardware assembly and basic programming skills. It was built on Raspberry Pi circuit boards and the company's custom open-source operating system, Kano OS.
In 2018, the firm partnered with Warner Bros to release an electronic Harry Potter wand. Kano themselves stated the aim of the firm was to teach the basics of languages such as JavaScript.
Also in 2018, the firm released motion sensor kits with Frozen and Star Wars themes in a multi-year partnership with Disney. The USB motion sensor detects movement in front of the sensor's receptacle and users were given the ability to program objects based on the motion used above the device.