Program Profile
Wayra
Madrid, Spain (teams in 9 countries incl. Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Peru)Varies by program
Quick facts
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain (teams in 9 countries incl. Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Peru)
- Founded
- 2011
- Model
- Corporate venture-client + investment
- Duration
- Varies by program
About
Telefónica's startup accelerator, reshaped in 2018 into a corporate venture-client model: startups get funding plus access to Telefónica's 380-million-customer base and business units. Wayra has invested in 100+ Latin American startups across AI, IoT and cybersecurity.
Before you apply anywhere
Profiling Wayra here is informational, not an endorsement or a guarantee of acceptance. Every program has its own selection bar, terms and fine print — verify current details on the program's own site before applying.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Wayra take equity?
Its model is: Corporate venture-client + investment. Terms change over time and can vary by cohort — confirm the current deal directly with the program before applying.
Is Wayra only for companies based in Latin America?
Not necessarily — several programs profiled here accept applicants globally but run a Latin America-specific track or regional office. Check the specific program's eligibility criteria.
Where does this information come from?
Compiled from the program's own site and public press coverage as of the review date above. Accelerator terms, funding amounts and program structure change between cohorts — confirm anything load-bearing directly with Wayra.