What is Hiya?
Hiya operates at the forefront of digital communication security, leveraging a comprehensive global database of caller and business profiles to combat the pervasive threats of robocalls and spam. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in London, UK, and Budapest, Hungary, Hiya provides essential services for mobile phone call protection. The company's technological prowess in identifying and filtering unwanted calls positions it as a key player in the cybersecurity and mobile technology sectors.
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 signifies a pivotal moment for Hiya, likely enabling accelerated expansion of its service offerings and further enhancement of its global call protection database. This infusion of capital, part of its $18M in total backing, suggests a strong market validation and positions Hiya for significant growth. The company is expected to leverage this financing to deepen its technological capabilities, broaden its market reach, and potentially explore new avenues in communication security and identity verification, solidifying its leadership in the fight against unwanted calls.
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