# 51CTO

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/51cto

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Beijing, China
- Website: www.51cto.com
- Total disclosed funding: $36M
- Latest round: Series C (Feb 17, 2020)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

51CTO is a digital talent learning platform in China, specializing in educational resources for IT professionals, including online courses, webinars, and technical articles that facilitate skill enhancement in technology domains.Founded in 2005, 51CTO operates as a digital talent learning platform, providing resources for IT professionals. The company is based in Beijing, China. It has engaged in four funding deals, with the most recent occurring on February 17, 2020, when it raised USD 20 mn in Series C funding led by Gaocheng Capital. The total amount raised by the company amounts to USD 20 mn.51CTO is a prominent digital talent learning platform and technology community in China, primarily focused on providing educational resources and tools for IT professionals. The company's main product offerings include a comprehensive suite of online courses, webinars, and technical articles designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of its users in various technology domains such as cloud computing, programming, and cybersecurity. These offerings specifically target individual learners, corporate clients seeking employee development, and institutions looking to integrate technology training into their curricula. Since its inception, 51CTO has served a diverse customer base that spans across multiple industries, including finance, telecommunications, and education, with a significant presence in major metropolitan regions such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen, as well as expanding reach into other parts of Asia.The revenue model of 51CTO is primarily based on subscription services, where clients gain access to a range of educational content and resources. This structure allows for direct transactions between the firm and its clients, including both individual learners and corporate entities. For instance, organizations may opt for annual subscriptions that provide their employees with unlimited access to online courses and learning materials, while individual users can select from various pricing plans tailored to specific course offerings or learning paths. The flagship services may include specialized training packages in high-demand technology areas, which are priced to reflect the value of the skills imparted. This transactional framework facilitates a steady revenue stream, supported by both B2B and direct-to-consumer sales strategies.51CTO plans to leverage its recent funding of USD 20 mn, raised in Series C funding on February 17, 2020, to enhance its platform and expand its product offerings. The company is focused on developing new online courses and learning resources targeted at emerging technology trends, with a goal to launch these new products by the end of 2023. Additionally, 51CTO aims to expand its market reach into Southeast Asia, particularly targeting countries such as Singapore and Vietnam, by the end of 2024.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Feb 17, 2020, $20M — Gaocheng Capital
- Series A, Nov 23, 2015, $16M — Trustbridge Partners, DW Internet Factory

## Investors

- Trustbridge Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/trustbridge-partners) — Series A
- DW Internet Factory — Series A
- Gaocheng Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/gaocheng-capital) — Series C