Cofounder Kierra Owens, HillmanTok University, a pioneering online education platform with over 350,000 registered students worldwide, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with TPT Global Tech, Inc. (OTC: TPTW). Through this collaboration, HillmanTok University will migrate its fast-growing learning platform to the VüMe Live Super App, now available for download on both the Apple Store and Google Play. This transition marks a significant milestone in the evolution of digital education, offering students and educators a secure, interactive, and globally accessible learning experience.
HillmanTok University, originally a viral educational initiative on TikTok, was founded by a collective of Black educators, content creators, and subject matter experts. The platform quickly rose to prominence by offering engaging courses across more than 400 diverse subjects, ranging from Forensic Pathology to Sustainable Farming. Despite its success, HillmanTok faced increasing challenges on TikTok, including security risks, account hacking incidents, content restrictions, and concerns about the platform’s long-term viability in the U.S. To ensure the sustainability and growth of its educational community, HillmanTok sought a more robust and innovative solution—leading to its partnership with TPT Global Inc. and its VüMe Live Super App platform.With its move to the VüMe Live Super App, HillmanTok University will now operate within a next-generation digital ecosystem tailored for online education, global collaboration, and corporate training. Unlike TikTok’s restrictive short-form video format, VüMe Live offers Live Rooms—an interactive virtual space that fosters real-time engagement between educators and students. This enhanced environment enables long-form lectures, live Q&A sessions, and immersive learning experiences without the limitations of traditional social media platforms. Furthermore, VüMe Live’s ad-free and secure framework ensures an uninterrupted learning experience, free from third-party distractions.
One of the most exciting aspects of this transition is the new monetization opportunities available to educators. HillmanTok faculty will be able to generate revenue through course subscriptions, pay-per-view masterclasses, premium content offerings, and sponsorships. This new business model establishes a more sustainable foundation for online education, allowing educators to thrive while expanding their reach. VüMe Live’s integrated collaboration tools also position it as a powerful alternative to traditional online meeting platforms for corporate training and professional development.
“HillmanTok University’s migration to VüMe Live represents a major step forward in the future of digital learning,” said Stephen J. Thomas III, CEO of TPT Global Tech. “Our goal with VüMe Live is to revolutionize how people learn, connect, and collaborate. By bringing HillmanTok’s thriving educational network onto our platform, we’re creating an ecosystem where knowledge is shared without limitations, empowering educators and students alike.”
Echoing this sentiment, HillmanTok co-founder and President Keirra Owens emphasized the significance of the move. “We built HillmanTok to make education more accessible and engaging, but we needed a technology partner that could support our mission at scale. VüMe Live provides us with the infrastructure and tools to ensure our students and educators continue to grow, collaborate, and succeed in a safe and dynamic learning environment.”
As the landscape of digital education and corporate training continues to evolve, HillmanTok University and TPT Global Tech are leading the way by leveraging cutting-edge technology to deliver inclusive, engaging, and innovative learning experiences. With VüMe Live’s advanced capabilities, HillmanTok University is set to usher in a new era of online education, ensuring that knowledge remains accessible to learners around the world.