Lyon, August 5, 2026 – Digischool, the Lyon-based application publisher specializing in digital education, has been acquired by Guillaume Badin, founder of the Lyon-based company BSG Holding. The acquisition comes after Digischool entered receivership in June, following a safeguard procedure initiated in November 2025. This strategic move ensures the continuation of Digischool’s activities, albeit with a reduced workforce.
Digischool’s Journey: From Success to Receivership
Founded in 2011 by Anthony Kuntz and Thierry Debarnot (who left in 2017 to found Gaming Campus), Digischool quickly established itself as a French leader in digital education. The company developed a range of applications dedicated to academic support, exam preparation (Brevet, Bac), and driving license training. During the 2010s, Digischool was considered one of Lyon’s biggest success stories, fueled by significant fundraising rounds: 3 million euros in 2013 and 14 million euros in 2016.
However, the company faced financial difficulties, leading to a safeguard procedure in November 2025 and subsequently entering receivership in June 2026.
BSG Holding Steps In: A New Chapter for Digischool
Guillaume Badin’s BSG Holding, a Lyon-based company specializing in the acquisition and transformation of SMEs through artificial intelligence, has acquired “the entirety of the assets,” confirmed Anthony Kuntz. This acquisition is expected to bring stability and a new strategic direction to Digischool.
“There will be total continuity of activities,” stated Anthony Kuntz. However, the acquisition will result in a reduction of the workforce, from 17 to 10 employees.
Anthony Kuntz’s Perspective and Future Plans
When asked about his satisfaction with the acquisition, Anthony Kuntz expressed a degree of bitterness, stating, “I am no longer in contact with the company since the judgment. I don’t even really know the acquirer.” Kuntz also revealed his plans to embark on new projects by the start of the academic year, but first intends to “enjoy the month of August.”
Context of Business Challenges in Lyon
This acquisition highlights the dynamic yet challenging business landscape in Lyon. Recent reports from Lyon Décideurs have featured other companies facing difficulties, such as Aiko Leroux and CactUs Lock, which did not achieve the expected success after appearing on the show “Qui veut être mon associé?” These cases underscore the complexities and risks associated with entrepreneurship, even for promising ventures.
The integration of AI by BSG Holding into Digischool’s operations suggests a forward-looking approach, aiming to leverage technological advancements for business transformation. This aligns with broader trends in the tech sector, where AI is increasingly seen as a key driver for innovation and efficiency.
Implications for the EdTech Sector
The acquisition of Digischool by BSG Holding could signal a shift in the EdTech landscape, emphasizing the role of strategic investments and technological integration in sustaining and growing educational technology companies. The focus on AI by BSG Holding may lead to new developments and enhanced offerings within Digischool’s portfolio, potentially setting new standards for digital education applications.
The reduced workforce at Digischool is a common outcome in such restructuring processes, reflecting efforts to streamline operations and ensure financial viability. The long-term success of this acquisition will depend on BSG Holding’s ability to effectively integrate Digischool’s assets and leverage its expertise in AI to revitalize the platform and expand its market reach.
This event marks a significant moment for the Lyon business community, demonstrating both the resilience of local entrepreneurs and the evolving strategies for corporate recovery and growth in the face of economic challenges.
Source: lyondecideurs.com
