zSpace shares surge 12.10% after-hours after securing $3M strategic investment from Planet One to fund international AR/VR education expansion.

zSpace surged 12.10% in after-hours trading following a $3 million strategic investment from Planet One Education, announced on January 27, 2026. The funding, secured via 1.5 million convertible preferred shares and 1 million warrants, will bolster zSpace’s balance sheet, support working capital, and accelerate international expansion. The companies also plan to explore joint STEM and vocational training initiatives globally, leveraging zSpace’s AR/VR technology and Planet One’s government-scale education expertise. CEO Paul Kellenberger emphasized the partnership’s potential to unlock growth in international education markets, while Planet One’s chairman highlighted confidence in zSpace’s platform to bridge the digital divide. The investment aligns with zSpace’s focus on scalable, cost-effective educational solutions, positioning the firm to capitalize on global digital transformation in education.