Wayra

Wayra UK Limited, established in 2012 and headquartered in London, is a tech startup accelerator specializing in early venture investments. It runs industry-specific acceleration programs, providing funding and resources to innovative digital product and service startups in sectors such as healthcare, information technology, cybersecurity, smart transport, and 5G. Wayra UK invests up to €0.25 million per startup, offering direct cash investment, office space, mentorship, and access to global networks. It also operates targeted programs like Velocity Health and GCHQ Cyber Accelerator, tailored to specific industries. Wayra UK is a subsidiary of Wayra Investigación y Desarrollo, S.L.U., and is part of Telefónica's global open innovation hub, connecting entrepreneurs with the company and generating joint business opportunities.

Marta Antunez

Investment Director Wayra Spain

Bruno Moraes

Managing Director

Agustin Rotondo

Managing Director

Paloma Castellano Sanz

Director - Wayra Madrid

Gary Stewart

Director

Past deals in Barcelona

Volava

Seed Round in 2021
Volava is a fitness platform that offers studio-style workouts designed for home use, combining convenience with effective fitness solutions. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, the company provides a range of products, including fitness bikes and boxing kits, alongside access to online fitness videos. This interactive platform aims to make fitness entertaining and approachable while fostering social connections and building a community centered around wellness. By leveraging technology, Volava enables fitness enthusiasts to maintain their health and fitness routines in the comfort of their own homes.

Citibeats

Seed Round in 2019
Citibeats is a Barcelona-based company that specializes in social intelligence and speech analytics software, leveraging artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and machine learning to analyze large volumes of unstructured data from diverse sources. The company's platform is designed to assist organizations, governments, and private companies in understanding societal changes in real-time, enabling informed decision-making. Citibeats provides tailored solutions for the public sector, including tools for cities and governments to gauge citizen opinions and allocate resources effectively. Its offerings include services related to sustainability, financial risks, and social trends, as well as customizable solutions for event detection and sentiment mapping. With a commitment to delivering actionable insights faster than traditional methods, Citibeats allows clients to monitor emerging risks and opportunities, helping them address pressing social issues such as climate change and public safety. The company has garnered international recognition for its innovative technology and contributions to policy-making and investments that prioritize human-centered approaches.

Broomx Technologies

Seed Round in 2019
Broomx Technologies SL, founded in 2014 and based in Barcelona, Spain, specializes in developing advanced virtual reality technologies that enhance real-world experiences. The company offers proprietary solutions in software, hardware, and cloud services, with a focus on its MK Player360 technology. This innovative system integrates projection capabilities, a CPU, internet connectivity, audio, and domotics control, allowing users to create immersive environments without the need for virtual reality headsets. Broomx's unique projection system employs a patented end-to-end rendering process and an exclusive fish-eye lens to deliver visuals onto three walls and the ceiling, making it suitable for various professional and institutional applications. The company's multidisciplinary team combines expertise in design, engineering, and business development to ensure a user-centered approach in their disruptive solutions.

Engidi

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Engidi is a Barcelona-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in the design and development of wearable devices aimed at enhancing worker safety across various industrial sectors. The company focuses on integrating the Internet of Things to facilitate the digital transformation of occupational health and safety practices. Engidi's flagship product is a wearable device embedded within workers' helmets that captures real-time data related to impacts, falls, and environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity. This technology enables employers to monitor worker well-being continuously, allowing for timely responses in the event of an accident. Through its innovative approach, Engidi strives to improve safety measures, ensuring that workers, particularly in demanding fields like railroads and forestry, can perform their tasks efficiently and securely.

EmotionsAR

Venture Round in 2017
EmotionsAR is a Barcelona-based company that specializes in creating customizable augmented reality experiences aimed at enhancing customer engagement and meeting brand objectives. Founded in 2012 by Josep Ballesté and Carlos Montanyà, EmotionsAR offers a powerful Software as a Service (SaaS) platform that allows businesses to develop and implement unique marketing campaigns efficiently. The platform encompasses various aspects of augmented reality, including creativity, design, development, publishing, and performance measurement, enabling companies to effectively connect with their customers and boost productivity. Through its innovative solutions, EmotionsAR aims to deliver high emotional impact in marketing strategies.

Marketeer

Convertible Note in 2015
Marketeer is a Barcelona-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in automated customer service solutions, utilizing artificial intelligence and natural language processing to enhance customer engagement. The company develops communication software that addresses customer queries through automated responses, facilitating efficient interaction between businesses and their clients. With over a decade of expertise in artificial intelligence and intelligent virtual agent applications, Marketeer aims to assist both small and large enterprises in improving customer satisfaction, increasing sales, and reducing operational costs. The company's focus on innovative customer service solutions positions it as a key player in the realms of machine learning, automation, and business intelligence, ultimately striving to create better customer experiences through advanced technology.

thethings.iO

Angel Round in 2015
Creating new IoT devices is hard work. Companies have to design, prototype, and manufacture the thing, plus build the app and develop the cloud platform to store the data, all from scratch. thethings.iO makes a back-end for Internet of Things. It allows companies to focus more on the product and less on the database and the underlying cloud platform. Think of it like AWS or Parse.com specifically for IoT. thethings.iO frees up hardware companies to focus on what they do best: build awesome new things. We do this in three simple ways: 1) Back-end: You can deploy a fully-scalable real-time storage solution within hours for a fraction of the cost. 2) Front-end: We integrate things from multiple sources in one intuitive web interface or mobile app. 3) Interoperability: This lets you easily connect to other IoTs to build more innovative apps. Because when things talk with each other, their functionality augments, and you get more. We are a Wayra Barcelona startup since July 2014. Stay tunned...

Boolino

Grant in 2015
Boolino is a platform that offers free online children books. The resources are available to parents age-segmented book recommendations and quality content like video book reviews. It also creates reading tools for families and schools that engage children with reading and improve reading habits and skills. The company is in collaboration with over 40 Spanish children's book publishers, representing 90 percent of the sector. Boolino is dedicated in helping children to become open and critical minds who understand that they can make a difference in life. Boolino was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Barcelona, Catalonia.

MyTwinPlace

Convertible Note in 2015
MyTwinPlace is a collaborative travel startup that connects travelers with hosts in more than 160 countries to share a home safely and without money exchange. Thanks to a collaborative platform, its members accommodate travelers in their homes or rooms in exchange for free accommodation when they travel. The value proposition of this startup is unique for the traveler. From MyTwinPlace they propose an innovative community approach in the home sharing sector, in which members achieve considerable savings thanks to their homes. The virtual currency, the point, allows you to travel without paying accommodation costs and this system is unique in the market. MyTwinPlace has been in the accelerator Wayra Barcelona - Telefónica and has had investors such as Vincent Rosso, founder of BlaBlaCar Spain, Javier Urioste, Sabadell Venture Capital or Inveready. With more than 40,000 users, the platform closed an investment round with Business Angels during 2015 and one in early 2016.

MamboCar

Seed Round in 2015
MamboCar operates an online peer-to-peer car rental platform based in Madrid, Spain. Founded in 2012, the company connects travellers with car owners in cities like Madrid, Barcelona, Malaga, and Mallorca. Users can register for free using their Facebook profiles, with trust levels indicated by a Social Trust Rank. The platform facilitates communication through chat and email, along with helpful tools for users.

Knox Media Hub

Seed Round in 2015
Knox Media Hub SL is a Barcelona-based company that offers a global cloud platform designed for audiovisual media producers, rights holders, and their clients. This innovative software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform enhances workflows within the media industry by providing comprehensive management, tracking, and promotion of media assets. Knox Media Hub facilitates content discovery and transfer while ensuring maximum control and security over media operations. Its user-friendly dashboard allows for the efficient handling of both linear and non-linear workflows, ultimately improving productivity and scalability for producers, broadcasters, and distributors. By harnessing internet and information technology, Knox Media Hub empowers media and entertainment companies to optimize their operations from any location using a simple browser, thereby enhancing their overall business efficiency.

Boolino

Venture Round in 2014
Boolino is a platform that offers free online children books. The resources are available to parents age-segmented book recommendations and quality content like video book reviews. It also creates reading tools for families and schools that engage children with reading and improve reading habits and skills. The company is in collaboration with over 40 Spanish children's book publishers, representing 90 percent of the sector. Boolino is dedicated in helping children to become open and critical minds who understand that they can make a difference in life. Boolino was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Barcelona, Catalonia.

thethings.iO

Convertible Note in 2014
Creating new IoT devices is hard work. Companies have to design, prototype, and manufacture the thing, plus build the app and develop the cloud platform to store the data, all from scratch. thethings.iO makes a back-end for Internet of Things. It allows companies to focus more on the product and less on the database and the underlying cloud platform. Think of it like AWS or Parse.com specifically for IoT. thethings.iO frees up hardware companies to focus on what they do best: build awesome new things. We do this in three simple ways: 1) Back-end: You can deploy a fully-scalable real-time storage solution within hours for a fraction of the cost. 2) Front-end: We integrate things from multiple sources in one intuitive web interface or mobile app. 3) Interoperability: This lets you easily connect to other IoTs to build more innovative apps. Because when things talk with each other, their functionality augments, and you get more. We are a Wayra Barcelona startup since July 2014. Stay tunned...

Cl3ver

Grant in 2014
CL3VER is a Barcelona-based startup that offers a cloud-based platform enabling engineers, architects, and design professionals to create interactive 3D presentations. This innovative software allows users to engage clients and prospects throughout the sales and marketing cycle by showcasing design projects or products in a dynamic manner. CL3VER's technology is built on a WebGL and HTML5-based 3D engine, ensuring compatibility across all devices without the need for additional plugins. Users can import 3D models from various modeling software and edit scenes using realistic materials, lighting, and camera settings to produce lifelike presentations. The platform facilitates sharing content via links through emails, social media, or embedding on websites. Additionally, CL3VER's API enhances interactivity within presentations, allowing for the inclusion of animated annotations that provide valuable information to the target audience. Overall, CL3VER empowers its users to effectively visualize and communicate their designs in an engaging format.

MyTwinPlace

Grant in 2014
MyTwinPlace is a collaborative travel startup that connects travelers with hosts in more than 160 countries to share a home safely and without money exchange. Thanks to a collaborative platform, its members accommodate travelers in their homes or rooms in exchange for free accommodation when they travel. The value proposition of this startup is unique for the traveler. From MyTwinPlace they propose an innovative community approach in the home sharing sector, in which members achieve considerable savings thanks to their homes. The virtual currency, the point, allows you to travel without paying accommodation costs and this system is unique in the market. MyTwinPlace has been in the accelerator Wayra Barcelona - Telefónica and has had investors such as Vincent Rosso, founder of BlaBlaCar Spain, Javier Urioste, Sabadell Venture Capital or Inveready. With more than 40,000 users, the platform closed an investment round with Business Angels during 2015 and one in early 2016.

Excelera

Convertible Note in 2013
Excelera is a platform integrator based in Barcelona that focuses on simplifying the integration of sensor systems across various devices and industries, including the Internet of Things and automotive applications. Since its launch in 2010, the company has developed digital measuring technology that transforms data converters into sensor hubs capable of ultra-low power consumption and enhanced metrological performance. Excelera's smart sensor systems facilitate the design and integration of sensor technologies, providing solutions that enhance performance while simultaneously reducing costs and time-to-market for clients. This focus on efficiency and accuracy positions Excelera as a key player in the development of advanced sensor solutions for both consumer and professional applications.

MamboCar

Grant in 2013
MamboCar operates an online peer-to-peer car rental platform based in Madrid, Spain. Founded in 2012, the company connects travellers with car owners in cities like Madrid, Barcelona, Malaga, and Mallorca. Users can register for free using their Facebook profiles, with trust levels indicated by a Social Trust Rank. The platform facilitates communication through chat and email, along with helpful tools for users.

Boolino

Pre Seed Round in 2013
Boolino is a platform that offers free online children books. The resources are available to parents age-segmented book recommendations and quality content like video book reviews. It also creates reading tools for families and schools that engage children with reading and improve reading habits and skills. The company is in collaboration with over 40 Spanish children's book publishers, representing 90 percent of the sector. Boolino is dedicated in helping children to become open and critical minds who understand that they can make a difference in life. Boolino was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Barcelona, Catalonia.

CogniCor

Seed Round in 2013
CogniCor Technologies S.L., founded in 2012 and based in Barcelona, Spain, specializes in automated complaint resolution services and the development of AI platforms. The company offers a suite of solutions, including iComplaint, which integrates with websites to manage complaints; iResolve, a service dedicated to resolving complaints; iMediate, designed for settling client claims and presenting counter offers; and iReport, which addresses the root causes of complaints to prevent future occurrences. CogniCor's innovations aim to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer service for wealth management firms, insurance companies, and financial advisors.

Excelera

Seed Round in 2013
Excelera is a platform integrator based in Barcelona that focuses on simplifying the integration of sensor systems across various devices and industries, including the Internet of Things and automotive applications. Since its launch in 2010, the company has developed digital measuring technology that transforms data converters into sensor hubs capable of ultra-low power consumption and enhanced metrological performance. Excelera's smart sensor systems facilitate the design and integration of sensor technologies, providing solutions that enhance performance while simultaneously reducing costs and time-to-market for clients. This focus on efficiency and accuracy positions Excelera as a key player in the development of advanced sensor solutions for both consumer and professional applications.

Cl3ver

Seed Round in 2013
CL3VER is a Barcelona-based startup that offers a cloud-based platform enabling engineers, architects, and design professionals to create interactive 3D presentations. This innovative software allows users to engage clients and prospects throughout the sales and marketing cycle by showcasing design projects or products in a dynamic manner. CL3VER's technology is built on a WebGL and HTML5-based 3D engine, ensuring compatibility across all devices without the need for additional plugins. Users can import 3D models from various modeling software and edit scenes using realistic materials, lighting, and camera settings to produce lifelike presentations. The platform facilitates sharing content via links through emails, social media, or embedding on websites. Additionally, CL3VER's API enhances interactivity within presentations, allowing for the inclusion of animated annotations that provide valuable information to the target audience. Overall, CL3VER empowers its users to effectively visualize and communicate their designs in an engaging format.

Cl3ver

Seed Round in 2013
CL3VER is a Barcelona-based startup that offers a cloud-based platform enabling engineers, architects, and design professionals to create interactive 3D presentations. This innovative software allows users to engage clients and prospects throughout the sales and marketing cycle by showcasing design projects or products in a dynamic manner. CL3VER's technology is built on a WebGL and HTML5-based 3D engine, ensuring compatibility across all devices without the need for additional plugins. Users can import 3D models from various modeling software and edit scenes using realistic materials, lighting, and camera settings to produce lifelike presentations. The platform facilitates sharing content via links through emails, social media, or embedding on websites. Additionally, CL3VER's API enhances interactivity within presentations, allowing for the inclusion of animated annotations that provide valuable information to the target audience. Overall, CL3VER empowers its users to effectively visualize and communicate their designs in an engaging format.

MamboCar

Seed Round in 2013
MamboCar operates an online peer-to-peer car rental platform based in Madrid, Spain. Founded in 2012, the company connects travellers with car owners in cities like Madrid, Barcelona, Malaga, and Mallorca. Users can register for free using their Facebook profiles, with trust levels indicated by a Social Trust Rank. The platform facilitates communication through chat and email, along with helpful tools for users.

CogniCor

Seed Round in 2013
CogniCor Technologies S.L., founded in 2012 and based in Barcelona, Spain, specializes in automated complaint resolution services and the development of AI platforms. The company offers a suite of solutions, including iComplaint, which integrates with websites to manage complaints; iResolve, a service dedicated to resolving complaints; iMediate, designed for settling client claims and presenting counter offers; and iReport, which addresses the root causes of complaints to prevent future occurrences. CogniCor's innovations aim to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer service for wealth management firms, insurance companies, and financial advisors.

MyTwinPlace

Seed Round in 2013
MyTwinPlace is a collaborative travel startup that connects travelers with hosts in more than 160 countries to share a home safely and without money exchange. Thanks to a collaborative platform, its members accommodate travelers in their homes or rooms in exchange for free accommodation when they travel. The value proposition of this startup is unique for the traveler. From MyTwinPlace they propose an innovative community approach in the home sharing sector, in which members achieve considerable savings thanks to their homes. The virtual currency, the point, allows you to travel without paying accommodation costs and this system is unique in the market. MyTwinPlace has been in the accelerator Wayra Barcelona - Telefónica and has had investors such as Vincent Rosso, founder of BlaBlaCar Spain, Javier Urioste, Sabadell Venture Capital or Inveready. With more than 40,000 users, the platform closed an investment round with Business Angels during 2015 and one in early 2016.

Knox Media Hub

Pre Seed Round in 2013
Knox Media Hub SL is a Barcelona-based company that offers a global cloud platform designed for audiovisual media producers, rights holders, and their clients. This innovative software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform enhances workflows within the media industry by providing comprehensive management, tracking, and promotion of media assets. Knox Media Hub facilitates content discovery and transfer while ensuring maximum control and security over media operations. Its user-friendly dashboard allows for the efficient handling of both linear and non-linear workflows, ultimately improving productivity and scalability for producers, broadcasters, and distributors. By harnessing internet and information technology, Knox Media Hub empowers media and entertainment companies to optimize their operations from any location using a simple browser, thereby enhancing their overall business efficiency.

Cl3ver

Convertible Note in 2013
CL3VER is a Barcelona-based startup that offers a cloud-based platform enabling engineers, architects, and design professionals to create interactive 3D presentations. This innovative software allows users to engage clients and prospects throughout the sales and marketing cycle by showcasing design projects or products in a dynamic manner. CL3VER's technology is built on a WebGL and HTML5-based 3D engine, ensuring compatibility across all devices without the need for additional plugins. Users can import 3D models from various modeling software and edit scenes using realistic materials, lighting, and camera settings to produce lifelike presentations. The platform facilitates sharing content via links through emails, social media, or embedding on websites. Additionally, CL3VER's API enhances interactivity within presentations, allowing for the inclusion of animated annotations that provide valuable information to the target audience. Overall, CL3VER empowers its users to effectively visualize and communicate their designs in an engaging format.

Boolino

Pre Seed Round in 2013
Boolino is a platform that offers free online children books. The resources are available to parents age-segmented book recommendations and quality content like video book reviews. It also creates reading tools for families and schools that engage children with reading and improve reading habits and skills. The company is in collaboration with over 40 Spanish children's book publishers, representing 90 percent of the sector. Boolino is dedicated in helping children to become open and critical minds who understand that they can make a difference in life. Boolino was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Barcelona, Catalonia.

Excelera

Seed Round in 2013
Excelera is a platform integrator based in Barcelona that focuses on simplifying the integration of sensor systems across various devices and industries, including the Internet of Things and automotive applications. Since its launch in 2010, the company has developed digital measuring technology that transforms data converters into sensor hubs capable of ultra-low power consumption and enhanced metrological performance. Excelera's smart sensor systems facilitate the design and integration of sensor technologies, providing solutions that enhance performance while simultaneously reducing costs and time-to-market for clients. This focus on efficiency and accuracy positions Excelera as a key player in the development of advanced sensor solutions for both consumer and professional applications.

Cl3ver

Grant in 2012
CL3VER is a Barcelona-based startup that offers a cloud-based platform enabling engineers, architects, and design professionals to create interactive 3D presentations. This innovative software allows users to engage clients and prospects throughout the sales and marketing cycle by showcasing design projects or products in a dynamic manner. CL3VER's technology is built on a WebGL and HTML5-based 3D engine, ensuring compatibility across all devices without the need for additional plugins. Users can import 3D models from various modeling software and edit scenes using realistic materials, lighting, and camera settings to produce lifelike presentations. The platform facilitates sharing content via links through emails, social media, or embedding on websites. Additionally, CL3VER's API enhances interactivity within presentations, allowing for the inclusion of animated annotations that provide valuable information to the target audience. Overall, CL3VER empowers its users to effectively visualize and communicate their designs in an engaging format.

Cl3ver

Seed Round in 2012
CL3VER is a Barcelona-based startup that offers a cloud-based platform enabling engineers, architects, and design professionals to create interactive 3D presentations. This innovative software allows users to engage clients and prospects throughout the sales and marketing cycle by showcasing design projects or products in a dynamic manner. CL3VER's technology is built on a WebGL and HTML5-based 3D engine, ensuring compatibility across all devices without the need for additional plugins. Users can import 3D models from various modeling software and edit scenes using realistic materials, lighting, and camera settings to produce lifelike presentations. The platform facilitates sharing content via links through emails, social media, or embedding on websites. Additionally, CL3VER's API enhances interactivity within presentations, allowing for the inclusion of animated annotations that provide valuable information to the target audience. Overall, CL3VER empowers its users to effectively visualize and communicate their designs in an engaging format.

CogniCor

Grant in 2012
CogniCor Technologies S.L., founded in 2012 and based in Barcelona, Spain, specializes in automated complaint resolution services and the development of AI platforms. The company offers a suite of solutions, including iComplaint, which integrates with websites to manage complaints; iResolve, a service dedicated to resolving complaints; iMediate, designed for settling client claims and presenting counter offers; and iReport, which addresses the root causes of complaints to prevent future occurrences. CogniCor's innovations aim to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer service for wealth management firms, insurance companies, and financial advisors.
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