Sandbox Acquires Code Kingdoms
March 8, 2021
London-based digital learning company Sandbox has acquired Code Kingdoms, a UK provider of online coding and computer science resources for 8-14 year olds. The acquisition brings Code Kingdoms into Sandbox's Gaming vertical to expand Sandbox's kids' coding and educational gaming offerings.
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