Local mobile search company mobilePeople has secured $8 million ($4.6 million) investment from Nordic based venture capitalist firm Via Venture Partners. The funding will enable mobilePeople to expand its international reach. Via Venture Partners is a multi stage venture fund investing in exceptional companies in the Nordic region. The company invests in internet, communication software and ICT growth companies.
Via Venture Partners only invests in the best of breed technology and companies and mobilePeople is a case in point, says Via Ventures Senior Partner, Peter Thorlund Haahr. Mobile People has consistently proved that mobile local search and advertising is a fantastic monetisation opportunity and that dedication to customers pays dividends in the long run. 
