Telefónica Ventures
Corporate VCMadrid
Investment thesis
As Telefónica's corporate venture capital fund and open innovation platform, the firm identifies disruptive startups to support, invest in, and integrate with the Telefónica Group. Operating under the Wayra brand for over 15 years, it uses a venture-client model that gives startups access to Telefónica's network of 380 million customers to help them scale globally. With spaces across Europe and Latin America and teams in nine countries, it connects entrepreneurs with Telefónica's business units to create joint opportunities. It also offers open innovation and investment advisory services to other corporations and ecosystem players.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 28, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
- What sectors does Telefónica Ventures focus on?
- Telefónica Ventures focuses on Crypto & Web3.
- Where is Telefónica Ventures located?
- Telefónica Ventures is headquartered in Madrid, ES.
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