what3words
Latest round
- Series C
Last raised
- Oct 2022
Total raised
- $138M
Investors
- 17
About what3words
what3words Ltd.what3words Ltd. was founded in 2013 in London, UK, focusing on simplifying location communication. The company has undergone a strategic shift towards enhancing its technology for various applications, particularly in logistics and emergency services.what3words offers an innovative geolocation system that divides the globe into a grid of 3m x 3m squares, each defined by a unique trio of words. This system facilitates precise location sharing and navigation, addressing challenges faced in logistics, emergency services, travel, and delivery sectors. Their technology is utilized by a variety of clients including logistics firms and navigation app developers, enhancing location accuracy and communication.40. The company generated revenue through subscription models and partnerships, targeting business-to-business transactions. Their clients, which include logistics companies, leverage what3words' services to optimize their delivery systems, facilitating accurate drop-off locations using the three-word addressing format.what3words intends to expand its operations by designing new products aimed at enhancing its geolocation technology. The firm is focusing on entering additional international markets, though specific regions have not yet been disclosed.
Who invested in what3words
17 investors across 9 rounds
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Funding rounds
Series C
Oct 25, 2022
Amount
$66M
Investors
Series C
Jul 22, 2020
Amount
$16M
Investors
Series C
Feb 13, 2019
Amount
$17M
Investors
Series C
Apr 9, 2018
Amount
$13M
Investors
Series A
Oct 3, 2017
Amount
$5.6M
Investors
Series A
Jul 19, 2017
Amount
$2.3M
Investors
Series A
Dec 29, 2016
Amount
$6.1M
Investors
Series A
Jun 1, 2016
Amount
$8.5M
Investors
Series A
Sep 1, 2015
Amount
$4.1M
Investors
Questions about what3words
Who invested in what3words?
what3words has 17 investors on record across 9 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has what3words raised?
what3words has raised 9 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did what3words last raise money?
what3words's most recent round on record is a Series C, in Oct 2022.
What does what3words do?
what3words is a internet company.
Where is what3words headquartered?
what3words is headquartered in London, UK.
Which VCs invest in companies like what3words?
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