Wayra

Wayra UK Limited is an accelerator focused on early-stage technology startups, primarily in sectors such as healthcare, information technology, cybersecurity, and smart transport. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in London, it operates as a subsidiary of Wayra Investigación y Desarrollo, S.L.U. Wayra UK provides various acceleration programs that include direct cash investments, such as up to €0.25 million for its Wayra Call and £34,000 for the Velocity Health program, which also offers an additional cash prize. Other initiatives include the Wayra Fair By Design program and the GCHQ Cyber Accelerator, which supports cybersecurity startups with grants. The firm aims to connect innovative entrepreneurs with resources, mentorship, and a network of partners to foster business growth, leveraging its affiliation with Telefónica to enhance its reach within the global entrepreneurial ecosystem.