Duolingo signals slower growth while doubling down on engagement and AI upgrades

Strong quarter results but guidance hints at a slowdown

Duolingo posted strong first-quarter earnings, but its forward outlook points to slower growth. The language-learning company says it’s prioritising user engagement and product quality, including new AI features, to expand the pool of paying subscribers. For the year, it expects bookings growth of about 10.5%, betting that better experiences will translate into long-term revenue momentum.