Pearson agrees to buy AI skills assessment platform Workera
Bitget2026/09/29 08:00- Pearson agreed to acquire Workera, an AI-native skills intelligence platform focused on enterprise assessment and skills verification.
- Workera uses agentic AI, psychometrics, adaptive assessments, simulations to measure workforce proficiency, including AI fluency.
- Deal targets enterprise skilling demand, aiming to improve skills gap closure, verified outcomes, workforce planning for AI-driven transformation.
- Workera will join Pearson’s Enterprise Learning & Skills unit; CEO Kian Katanforoosh will join its leadership team.
- Workera, founded in 2019, is based in Palo Alto; about 60 employees; completion targeted for H2 2026.
Disclaimer: The content of this article solely reflects the author's opinion and does not represent the platform in any capacity. This article is not intended to serve as a reference for making investment decisions.
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