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 Search Engine

Perplexity

Series D in 2024
Perplexity is an artificial intelligence-based search engine platform that combines large language models with traditional search engines. It leverages natural language processing and generative AI technologies to deliver conversational responses to user queries, aiming to enhance the search experience beyond standard results. The platform is designed to facilitate the development of safe and beneficial artificial general intelligence, offering an open-source environment accessible to the public. This allows clients to acquire skills and knowledge in software development, positioning Perplexity as a bridge between conventional search capabilities and advanced AI-driven assistance.

Medwise.ai

Seed Round in 2021
Medwise.ai operates a customizable search platform designed to enhance clinical decision support for doctors. Leveraging natural language processing and artificial intelligence, the platform allows healthcare professionals to efficiently search for and organize medical knowledge. By utilizing real-world data, Medwise.ai provides valuable insights and intelligence to various stakeholders within the healthcare ecosystem. This innovative approach not only extends the capabilities of physicians but also aims to improve patient care and outcomes.

Reglare

Venture Round in 2017
The Reglare is a company that specializes in search software and data processing through research and rules. Works mainly with monitoring public administration, construction and retail. Its software products include enterprise search, web search, profiling components, capture behavior and creating personal rules. The combination of their products allows you to filter large volumes of data from disparate sources and take automated actions in real time. The tools Reglare extend business intelligence to enable an unprecedented crossroads of information from disparate origins.

OrbitalAds

Venture Round in 2016
OrbitalAds is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that specializes in online marketing automation, focusing on optimizing Google Search campaigns. Its innovative platform utilizes proprietary technology to streamline the keyword management process, enabling clients to manage and enhance their advertising efforts in real-time. OrbitalAds offers automated solutions for ad generation, bidding, and reporting, which aids businesses in improving their online visibility and aligning their campaigns with the way consumers search for products. By providing a language-agnostic tool, OrbitalAds enhances decision-making capabilities, ultimately saving clients time and resources while maximizing the effectiveness of their advertising strategies.

Seesearch

Seed Round in 2014
Seesearch is an Ireland-based company that specializes in an online search and discovery tool aimed at enhancing information retrieval for library customers. The tool allows users to perform a comprehensive search across multiple resources, presenting results in a single interactive visual display. This approach is designed to streamline the search process, enabling users to find relevant information—such as books, articles, and multimedia files—quickly and efficiently. Seesearch personalizes the experience based on users' interests and subject areas, minimizing irrelevant results and significantly reducing search time. The platform is accessible on both computers and mobile devices, making it convenient for users to access information both in libraries and from home.

Seesearch

Seed Round in 2013
Seesearch is an Ireland-based company that specializes in an online search and discovery tool aimed at enhancing information retrieval for library customers. The tool allows users to perform a comprehensive search across multiple resources, presenting results in a single interactive visual display. This approach is designed to streamline the search process, enabling users to find relevant information—such as books, articles, and multimedia files—quickly and efficiently. Seesearch personalizes the experience based on users' interests and subject areas, minimizing irrelevant results and significantly reducing search time. The platform is accessible on both computers and mobile devices, making it convenient for users to access information both in libraries and from home.

Reglare

Seed Round in 2013
The Reglare is a company that specializes in search software and data processing through research and rules. Works mainly with monitoring public administration, construction and retail. Its software products include enterprise search, web search, profiling components, capture behavior and creating personal rules. The combination of their products allows you to filter large volumes of data from disparate sources and take automated actions in real time. The tools Reglare extend business intelligence to enable an unprecedented crossroads of information from disparate origins.

WOPPA

Seed Round in 2013
WOPPA, known as The World of Opportunities, operates an interactive web platform designed to facilitate access to a wide range of youth opportunities worldwide. The platform serves as a job search engine that enables students and graduates to discover jobs, internships, and volunteer activities across various organizations. By advertising opportunities from institutions eager to engage with young people, WOPPA simplifies the process for these organizations to connect with suitable applicants. This initiative not only enhances the professional profiles of young individuals but also fosters a significant social impact by encouraging youth to pursue meaningful opportunities in their career development.

Reglare

Grant in 2013
The Reglare is a company that specializes in search software and data processing through research and rules. Works mainly with monitoring public administration, construction and retail. Its software products include enterprise search, web search, profiling components, capture behavior and creating personal rules. The combination of their products allows you to filter large volumes of data from disparate sources and take automated actions in real time. The tools Reglare extend business intelligence to enable an unprecedented crossroads of information from disparate origins.

Sourcetour

Seed Round in 2012
Sourcetour is a provider of an online travel portal that focuses on promoting responsible tourism in Latin America. The company operates as an online travel agency and a travel search engine, emphasizing the development of local communities through tourism. By fostering ethical awareness and moral values, Sourcetour aims to create opportunities for job creation and economic growth within these communities. Through its platform, it seeks to connect travelers with sustainable travel options that benefit both tourists and local economies.
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