dataplor Secures $20.5M Series B to Expand Global Location Intelligence
In another milestone for the rapidly evolving location intelligence sector, dataplor has announced a $20.5 million Series B funding round led by F-Prime, with participation from Spark Capital, FFVC, Acronym Venture Capital, Two Lanterns, APA Ventures, dara5, and Alumni Ventures. The investment marks a pivotal moment for the Manhattan Beach-based company as it accelerates the growth of its proprietary global POI (Point of Interest) and mobility data platform.
The new capital injection comes on the heels of dataplor’s international mobility product launch, a breakthrough solution that delivers refreshed, privacy-compliant foot traffic data from markets around the world. Combined with its existing POI dataset—which now includes more than 350 million points across 250+ countries and territories—dataplor is setting a new standard for real-time, globally scaled, and locally verified location intelligence.
“This new funding comes at an exciting time as we scale our newly launched global mobility product and deliver the most accurate, comprehensive location intelligence solution,” Geoff Michener, Founder and CEO of dataplor, told Street Fight. “Our hybrid model blends AI and machine learning with native-language human verification to deliver dynamic insights into how and where consumers move and engage.”
Solving a Global Data Blind Spot
While many businesses operate globally, access to consistent and reliable location data outside North America remains a major pain point. In emerging and high-growth markets, data is often outdated, fragmented, or simply unavailable—leading to flawed market strategies, resource misallocation, and missed opportunities. Gaurav Tuli, Partner at F-Prime believes that dataplor has built a truly differentiated solution that combines global scale, data quality, and compliance in a way we haven’t seen before.
dataplor fills this data gap or blind spot by providing a single-vendor solution for clean, deduped, and normalized POI and mobility data that meets enterprise-grade compliance standards. The platform integrates directly into the workflows of Fortune 100 companies across sectors such as financial services, logistics, retail, real estate, CPG, and technology.
Real-World Impact Across Industries
With global coverage and near real-time updates, dataplor’s data is powering a range of high-impact business applications. EV charging network operators use the platform to predict demand at specific locations; insurers leverage the data for building-level risk modeling; and CPG brands identify distribution partners in previously under-mapped areas.
“For marketers, this means sharper visibility into shifting consumer behavior, more precise localization strategies, and the ability to respond in near real-time,” continued Michener. “dataplor also helps create opportunities for retail and real estate teams by helping identify high-traffic areas for new store openings, improving in-store operations, and serving as a powerful tool to assess commercial property potential based on real-world activity.”
The newly launched mobility product adds another layer to dataplor’s offering, capturing foot traffic patterns without compromising privacy. Unlike many platforms that rely on invasive tracking, dataplor’s data is entirely PII-free, aligning with the highest standards of ethical data use.
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At the core of dataplor’s differentiation is its hybrid approach to data collection and validation. Proprietary AI and machine learning pipelines process massive amounts of data at scale, while native-language experts validate that information on the ground—ensuring accuracy, cultural context, and relevance.
This human-in-the-loop model is particularly crucial in markets where language barriers, rapid urbanization, and informal commerce make automated solutions less effective. The result is a high-fidelity dataset that reflects the world as it exists today—not as it was months or years ago.
“Our customers demand accurate, fresh, and globally compliant location data,” said Michener. “With this new funding, we’re doubling down on our commitment to deliver the highest quality insights, while expanding our geographic coverage, enriching our product suite, and driving real business impact through seamless customer integration.”
What’s Next for dataplor
With Series B secured, dataplor is poised to accelerate its roadmap. The company will invest in expanded POI and mobility coverage, enhanced customer integration capabilities, and continued infrastructure scaling through new technology and talent acquisition.
Michener concluded our conversation by stating, “Our focus remains to build the most accurate, privacy-first location intelligence solution in the world—one that empowers smarter decisions everywhere.”
