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Wayvia (formerly PriceSpider)
Wayvia (formerly PriceSpider) offers shoppable media, omnicommerce data, and retail intelligence for brands, with AI-powered tools like PROWL.
Wayvia (formerly PriceSpider)
Shoppable media, omnicommerce data and price intelligence for winning brands
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
Year founded
—
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Irvine
Corporate office
Irvine, CA, United States
Additional offices
Amsterdam, Netherlands · Stuttgart, Germany · Taipei City, Taiwan
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Wayvia?
Wayvia does not publicly name any investment decision-makers or board members. The firm's website emphasizes customer-centric values but does not list executives or a leadership team. Without disclosed ownership, it is unclear whether Wayvia is a venture-backed startup, a family office, or a private entity.
How does Wayvia source proprietary deal flow?
Wayvia does not disclose how it sources acquisitions or partnerships, but it has completed three known acquisitions: ORIS Intelligence (Prowl), Commerce Connector, and Hatch. These deals expanded its product line into price monitoring, eCommerce integration, and AI-powered analytics. No specific deal terms or financial details are available.
Is Wayvia structured as a single family office or does it operate more like a venture firm?
Wayvia describes itself as a commerce enablement company, not an investment firm. It does not identify as a family office or asset manager. Its capital structure — whether backed by a single family, private equity, or venture capital — is not publicly documented.
Does Wayvia participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Wayvia focuses on direct product development and acquisitions, not on fund commitments. The company has acquired three businesses directly rather than investing as an LP. It does not report any allocation to external funds or venture capital vehicles.
What investment stages does Wayvia typically target?
Wayvia does not target investment stages — it is an operating company delivering commercial technology solutions. Its acquisitions of ORIS Intelligence, Commerce Connector, and Hatch suggest interest in mature startups with established products rather than early-stage ventures. No specific stage preference is stated.
Which sectors does Wayvia explicitly avoid?
Wayvia does not publish a list of avoided sectors. Its known focus is consumer-brand-facing retail intelligence and shoppable media, implicitly excluding industrial, healthcare, or financial services verticals.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
Wayvia does not disclose its ownership or wealth origin. The company rebranded from PriceSpider, and public filings that might reveal equity holders are unavailable. No individual or family has been identified as the controlling owner.
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