Skyhook

Skyhook is a specialized location technology provider that delivers advanced positioning, context, and intelligence solutions to enterprises and application developers worldwide. The company has established itself as a pioneer in hybrid positioning technology, combining Wi-Fi, cellular, GPS, and IP address data to provide highly accurate location services in environments where traditional GPS signals are unreliable or unavailable. This multi-source approach enables Skyhook to deliver precise geolocation capabilities in challenging scenarios such as dense urban environments, indoor spaces, and areas with limited satellite visibility. Serving a diverse portfolio of industries including mobile application development, advertising technology, cybersecurity, IoT, and enterprise software, Skyhook provides developers with comprehensive SDKs and APIs that integrate seamlessly into existing applications. The company maintains a continuously updated global positioning database that powers location-based services for authentication, fraud prevention, personalized user experiences, mobile advertising, asset tracking, and operational analytics. Skyhook's technology is designed to work across multiple platforms and devices, making it a versatile solution for organizations requiring reliable location intelligence at scale. With a strong emphasis on privacy-compliant location services, Skyhook has positioned itself as a trusted infrastructure provider in the location technology ecosystem. The company's business model centers on licensing its proprietary positioning technology and providing ongoing access to its extensive location database. As location-based services become increasingly critical to digital experiences across industries, Skyhook continues to serve as an essential enabler for next-generation location-aware applications, balancing the demands for accuracy, speed, and user privacy in an evolving regulatory landscape.