What is Hiya?
Hiya operates at the intersection of mobile security and communication technology, providing a global database of caller and business profiles designed to combat robocalls and spam. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in London and Budapest, the company's robust platform offers essential call protection for mobile phone users worldwide. Its technology is crucial in an era where unsolicited and fraudulent calls are a growing concern for consumers and businesses alike.
How much funding has Hiya raised?
Hiya has raised a total of $18M across 1 funding round:
Series A
$18M
Series A (2017): $18M with participation from Balderton Capital LLP, Nautilus Venture Partners, and Lumia Capital
Key Investors in Hiya
Balderton Capital LLP
Balderton Capital (balderton.com) is a London-based venture capital firm that raises dedicated funds to invest in early-stage, high-growth technology companies across Europe, typically leading Seed and Series A rounds and supporting founders through global scaleup and exits.
Nautilus Venture Partners
Nautilus Venture Partners is a venture capital firm that specializes in investing in early stage companies with unique technology and strong teams. Their primary focus areas include artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and mobile technologies. They seek to support companies that demonstrate significant market potential.
Lumia Capital
Lumia Capital is an internationalization platform designed for U.S. and European innovators seeking to expand globally, as well as local leaders in rapidly growing markets. The company focuses on product-driven businesses with global applicability, particularly in Latin America, the Middle East, and Europe, investing in sectors like mobile technologies, business cloud applications, and financial technology.
What's next for Hiya?
The recent major strategic investment signals a pivotal growth phase for Hiya, likely enabling further expansion of its global database, enhancement of its AI-driven detection algorithms, and broader market penetration. This enterprise-level funding is expected to fuel innovation in call protection technology and solidify Hiya's position as a leader in the fight against telemarketing fraud and spam, potentially leading to new service offerings and strategic partnerships.
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