Chen Lin publicly confirmed his move into AI education. He is the former CEO of ByteDance's Toutiao and Dali Education. His new company operates Xiaolu Aixue, an AI learning platform for schools.
Public confirmation
The essay was his first public acknowledgment of leaving ByteDance. Reports about his exit and AI education plan had circulated since 2025. He said health issues and the 2022 education business contraction led him to step back.
Company registration and ownership
The business is registered as Beijing Yinhe Zhixue Education Technology Co., Ltd. Chen Lin owns 100% of the company. It was registered in late 2024.
What schools get
Xiaolu Aixue gives students interactive lessons and practice exercises. It also helps teachers track student progress. The platform is built for schools.
Chen said ChatGPT's underlying AI shift made him rethink how children should learn. He wants the tool to make basic knowledge mastery more efficient. His goal is to reduce repetitive drills and free time for more important work.