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How Much Data Are EdTech Firms Collecting From Kids in Schools? And Who Owns It?

Published

6 August 2026

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opportunities

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Edtech

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United States

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Fusion42 · 30 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

A lawsuit against Curriculum Associates alleges that its i-Ready EdTech platform collects extensive student data without proper parental consent, sparking renewed scrutiny over student data privacy in US public schools. The case highlights broader concerns that a majority of K-12 educational apps share student data with third parties, often without clear consent.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Edtech.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Education founders must act fast as parents and districts challenge data practices of major EdTech platforms. This legal scrutiny opens a pathway to differentiating by building transparent and compliant student data policies.

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1 source · 6 Aug 2026

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