Asimov Ventures

Asimov Ventures, established in 2015, is a New York-based venture capital firm with an additional office in Seattle. It specializes in early-stage and seed investments, focusing on technology, 3D printing, and robotics. The firm typically invests between $0.05 million and $0.15 million in the initial round, seeking to partner with founders pursuing opportunities in these sectors.

Tyler Benster

Co-Founder and General Partner

Alan Meckler

Chairman and CEO

31 past transactions

Particle3D

Seed Round in 2020
Particle3D is a Danish biomedical engineering company established in 2017, focused on manufacturing 3D printed implants for patients. The company leverages over three years of research to develop patient-specific bone replacement implants made from natural materials. Its mission is to transform the treatment of craniofacial patients by offering innovative solutions that enhance the value chain for healthcare professionals and improve patient outcomes. The technology promises better aesthetic and functional results, quicker recovery times, fewer complications, and streamlined surgical procedures, ultimately increasing hospital productivity. Particle3D aims to set new standards in craniofacial reconstruction and is positioned to significantly impact a market with substantial commercial potential.

Arka

Seed Round in 2020
Arka is a custom packaging solutions company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in providing tailored packaging services that cater to the specific needs of its clients, including e-commerce and direct-to-consumer businesses. Arka streamlines the packaging process by offering an automated online platform that allows clients to design and customize their packaging boxes. The company operates a network of worldwide packaging manufacturers and fulfillment centers, ensuring that clients can access local suppliers to expedite production. Additionally, Arka provides a user-friendly interface and a dashboard for clients to track their packaging projects, allowing them to obtain high-quality custom packaging at competitive prices.

King Children

Venture Round in 2020
King Children is a Brooklyn-based company specializing in custom 3D-printed eyewear. Utilizing proprietary technology, it enables customers to conduct three-dimensional face scans and virtually try on a diverse array of frame designs, colors, and lenses directly from their mobile devices. By capturing precise facial measurements and confirming design selections, King Children produces and ships tailored glasses directly to customers' homes. The company's innovative platform focuses on delivering personalized and durable optical products, allowing users to create eyewear that complements their unique facial features and style preferences.

Addivation Medical

Seed Round in 2020
Addivation Medical, LLC is a medical device company based in Red Bank, New Jersey, that specializes in the development and commercialization of additive manufactured (3D printed) products for spinal surgery. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on creating both off-the-shelf and patient-specific solutions to address degenerative, trauma, and deformity conditions of the spine. Their product offerings include innovative systems such as the lumbar and cervical interbody systems, designed to enhance treatment outcomes for patients suffering from various spinal disorders. By leveraging advanced 3D printing technology, Addivation Medical aims to provide tailored therapeutic devices that improve surgical precision and patient care in orthopedic procedures.

Cheeky

Seed Round in 2019
Cheeky is a company focused on providing affordable, high-quality oral care products, particularly for individuals who experience teeth grinding. It specializes in custom-made night guards designed to alleviate discomfort associated with bruxism, as well as a range of additional oral health products, including retainers, sports guards, water flossers, LED whitening kits, and sonic toothbrushes. Cheeky aims to make effective oral hygiene solutions accessible to a broad audience, ensuring that consumers can maintain healthier smiles and improve sleep quality. The products are available in major retail outlets, such as Target and Walmart, and have gained the trust of millions seeking reliable dental care solutions.

Riven

Seed Round in 2019
Riven is a technology company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, specializing in 3D scanning and software solutions for the manufacturing sector. The company offers proprietary algorithms that enhance manufacturing insights through advanced geometry recognition, automating measurement, inspection, and reporting processes. This innovation addresses critical challenges in New Product Introduction (NPI), a vital stage in manufacturing often plagued by inefficiencies and costly delays. By providing accurate digital 3D copies of physical parts alongside collaborative software tools, Riven simplifies workflows and fosters real-time communication across the supply chain. Their solutions are utilized by manufacturers employing various production methods, including additive manufacturing and injection molding, thereby improving part accuracy, reducing development iterations, and accelerating time-to-market. Riven's focus on creating a digital-first NPI workflow positions it as a key player in transforming manufacturing practices.

MODit 3D

Seed Round in 2019
MODit 3D Inc., established in 2016 and based in San Rafael, California, specializes in automated quality control solutions for the manufacturing sector. The company offers advanced 3D scanning systems that are easily deployable across various production environments. By integrating these systems with a cloud platform, MODit enhances operational efficiency, increases production yields, and facilitates improved communication regarding quality standards throughout the supply chain.

Kiwibot

Seed Round in 2019
Kiwibot is a pioneer in the development of autonomous robotic systems, specializing in sidewalk delivery robots that operate independently and efficiently. The company focuses on creating a sustainable robotic delivery infrastructure, offering on-demand delivery solutions that include food delivery drones. These robots are designed to reduce delivery costs, allowing businesses to provide faster and more hygienic service to their customers at affordable prices. Kiwibot's innovative approach aims to transform the delivery landscape by leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and convenience in urban environments.

Burro

Seed Round in 2019
Burro is a developer of an autonomous farming platform designed to enhance productivity in agricultural and outdoor settings. The company creates robotic tools that autonomously follow workers and transport cargo, alleviating the physical burden of labor-intensive tasks. By automating these processes, Burro allows farmworkers to concentrate on more value-added activities. Additionally, the company's technology captures essential data that aids in further automating farm operations, ultimately aiming to streamline all tedious agricultural tasks. This focus on operational efficiency not only supports farmers in improving their workflows but also fosters growth within the sector.

OsseoPrint 3D

Grant in 2019
OsseoPrint 3D is a company that specializes in developing a proprietary platform for the design and 3D printing of patient-matched bone scaffolds, facilitating efficient bone reconstruction surgeries. Its innovative technology allows orthopedic, dental, and cosmetic surgeons to create and implant scaffolds directly at the point of service, eliminating the need for external laboratories. This chair-side 3D printing approach enhances precision, speed, and safety in augmenting and reconstructing bone defects. OsseoPrint 3D's printers operate in an aseptic environment, ensuring that the produced scaffolds are sterile and compliant with infection and sterilization protocols. The company collaborates with leading manufacturers to provide bio-resorbable polymers that are compatible with human tissue and will be tested for bio-resorption in vivo. The technology is safeguarded by U.S. patents, highlighting its innovative contribution to medical applications in bone grafting.

Obsess

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Obsess, Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2016 that focuses on developing an augmented and virtual reality software platform aimed at transforming the online shopping experience. The company enables brands and retailers to create immersive 360-degree shopping environments that enhance customer engagement across various channels, including e-commerce sites, social media, in-store settings, and events. By leveraging AI-powered interactive 3D solutions, Obsess allows businesses to build visually captivating and customizable shopping experiences that capture attention and foster relationships with consumers. Recognized as a market leader, Obsess has successfully launched over 200 immersive stores in collaboration with prominent brands across sectors such as retail, beauty, luxury, and consumer packaged goods, providing valuable insights into shopper behavior and preferences. Through its innovative approach, Obsess aims to appeal to a younger, tech-savvy audience, redefining digital shopping into an engaging, memorable experience.

Kadena

Funding Round in 2018
Kadena LLC is a blockchain technology company specializing in private and permissioned solutions. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Kadena offers a hybrid blockchain platform that combines public applications, private blockchains, and interoperable chains. Its innovative ScalableBFT consensus protocol enhances transaction efficiency while addressing the scaling challenges of Bitcoin and the security concerns of Ethereum. Kadena also provides Pact, a unique programming language that facilitates the implementation of transactional logic and business operations. The platform is designed to ensure confidentiality, preventing unauthorized participants from accessing sensitive transaction details. Kadena's founders have significant experience, having previously developed JP Morgan's first blockchain and worked with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The company collaborates with various partners to enhance its offerings and drive traffic to its high-bandwidth public chain.

Kadena

Seed Round in 2018
Kadena LLC is a blockchain technology company specializing in private and permissioned solutions. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Kadena offers a hybrid blockchain platform that combines public applications, private blockchains, and interoperable chains. Its innovative ScalableBFT consensus protocol enhances transaction efficiency while addressing the scaling challenges of Bitcoin and the security concerns of Ethereum. Kadena also provides Pact, a unique programming language that facilitates the implementation of transactional logic and business operations. The platform is designed to ensure confidentiality, preventing unauthorized participants from accessing sensitive transaction details. Kadena's founders have significant experience, having previously developed JP Morgan's first blockchain and worked with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The company collaborates with various partners to enhance its offerings and drive traffic to its high-bandwidth public chain.

Dog Parker

Seed Round in 2018
Dog Parker, Inc., operating as DogSpot, specializes in creating smart sidewalk sanctuaries for dogs outside businesses where pets are not permitted in the United States. These DogSpots are strategically placed in front of various establishments such as grocery stores, coffee shops, and restaurants, providing a secure and comfortable waiting area for dogs while their owners shop. The company also offers a mobile app that allows users to access the DogSpot network and monitor their pets in real-time. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, DogSpot addresses the needs of dog owners and retailers alike, enhancing the shopping experience by enabling customers to spend more time in-store. The business generates revenue through a pay-per-minute model for dog owners, fees from location partners for providing the service, and advertising income from prominent pet brands in high-traffic areas.

Additive Orthopaedics

Series B in 2018
Additive Orthopaedics, LLC is a medical company based in Little Silver, New Jersey, founded in 2015. It specializes in the development of 3D printed orthopedic devices for extremities, including systems for hammertoe, bunions, and wedge combinations, as well as custom 3D printed implants. The company's products are designed to be rapidly manufactured and tailored to the specific needs of patients, enhancing the likelihood of successful treatment outcomes. By integrating advanced manufacturing techniques with biologics, Additive Orthopaedics aims to improve patient care while also addressing the technological and cost efficiencies inherent in additive manufacturing within the global orthopedics market.

Ghost Robotics

Seed Round in 2017
Ghost Robotics Corporation, founded in 2015 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializes in the development of autonomous legged robots that excel in unstructured environments. The company's quadrupedal unmanned ground vehicles (Q-UGVs) are designed for a range of applications, including military, industrial, mining, energy, public safety, and last-mile delivery services. By utilizing legged robotics, Ghost Robotics offers enhanced operability compared to traditional wheeled and tracked devices, effectively navigating rough terrains while minimizing mechanical complexity. Their technology is geared towards total software control, which helps reduce costs associated with the deployment of autonomous robots, ultimately enabling professionals across various industries to maximize productivity.

ViaBot

Pre Seed Round in 2017
ViaBot Inc. specializes in developing autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial maintenance tasks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers multi-functional robots that address various outdoor responsibilities, including sweeping, lawn mowing, and security. Their RUNO robots utilize advanced vision technology to monitor and scan properties, such as recognizing vehicle license plates. ViaBot's autonomous solutions feature modular technology, round-the-clock monitoring, easy scheduling, and long operational runtimes, thus enabling businesses like shopping malls and sports arenas to efficiently manage their outdoor environments. The company's commitment to ongoing updates ensures their robots remain effective and adaptable to changing needs.

Kadena

Seed Round in 2017
Kadena LLC is a blockchain technology company specializing in private and permissioned solutions. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Kadena offers a hybrid blockchain platform that combines public applications, private blockchains, and interoperable chains. Its innovative ScalableBFT consensus protocol enhances transaction efficiency while addressing the scaling challenges of Bitcoin and the security concerns of Ethereum. Kadena also provides Pact, a unique programming language that facilitates the implementation of transactional logic and business operations. The platform is designed to ensure confidentiality, preventing unauthorized participants from accessing sensitive transaction details. Kadena's founders have significant experience, having previously developed JP Morgan's first blockchain and worked with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The company collaborates with various partners to enhance its offerings and drive traffic to its high-bandwidth public chain.

Wiivv

Series A in 2017
Wiivv Wearables Inc. is a bionics company based in Vancouver, Canada, that specializes in custom 3D printed footwear and wearable gear. Utilizing advanced 3D-mapping technology accessible via a smartphone app, Wiivv designs its products, including insoles and sandals, to fit the unique anatomy of each customer. The company was founded in 2014, and it operates a manufacturing research and development center in San Diego, California. Wiivv's offerings are tailored for various types of footwear, such as running shoes, dress shoes, and casual footwear. The company also collaborates with brands and creators to enhance their product lines by leveraging its proprietary customization platform, which incorporates biomechanics research, computer vision, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to deliver on-demand, digitally manufactured products. All of Wiivv's innovations aim to improve comfort and support for users, helping them move more effectively.

Arfona

Seed Round in 2017
Arfona is a company dedicated to revolutionizing the dental manufacturing industry through innovative 3D printing technology. Founded in 2016 by a team of dental technicians and 3D printing enthusiasts, Arfona produces the r.Pod Desktop 3D Printer, the first printer specifically optimized for creating Valplast partial dentures and appliances. This advanced printer utilizes strong thermoplastics to fabricate flexible dental restorations, allowing dental professionals to produce crowns, bridges, and partial dentures more efficiently and at a reduced cost. By digitizing traditional dental lab processes, Arfona aims to simplify and accelerate the production of dental appliances, ultimately enhancing the workflow for dental practitioners and improving patient care.

ILLUSIO

Seed Round in 2016
ILLUSIO Inc. is a technology company that specializes in augmented reality solutions for breast augmentation surgery. Founded in 2015 and based in San Clemente, California, the company has developed a software tool that allows users to visualize how their bodies will look post-surgery. This tool integrates a realistic 3D virtual simulation of the patient's breasts with a live image of their face and body, effectively turning devices into virtual mirrors. The Illusio system provides a comprehensive 360-degree view of potential surgical outcomes, facilitating informed discussions between patients and plastic surgeons. ILLUSIO's innovative approach enhances the pre-operative experience by enabling personalized visual consultations.

Fabric8Labs

Convertible Note in 2016
Fabric8Labs, Inc. is a technology company founded in 2015 and located in La Jolla, California, specializing in non-thermal metal 3D printing. The company has developed a proprietary process that combines stereo-lithography and electro-deposition, providing an innovative alternative to traditional powder bed fusion technologies. This method eliminates the reliance on metal powders, vacuum chambers, and lasers, which significantly reduces manufacturing costs while enhancing material quality. Fabric8Labs' technology allows clients to use cartridges that simplify the additive manufacturing process and facilitate the safe disposal of used salt cartridges, thereby promoting efficiency and sustainability in metal 3D printing.

Sadako Technologies

Seed Round in 2016
Sadako Technologies, S.L. is a company based in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Spain, that specializes in artificial intelligence and robotics for waste management. Founded in 2012, the company develops advanced software solutions and devices designed to enhance waste processing through deep learning and computer vision technologies. Their innovative system incorporates proprietary algorithms and a multi-layer neural network, enabling robots to accurately sort and manage complex waste streams. This technology aims to improve the efficiency of waste treatment facilities and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable environment. Sadako Technologies is recognized for its commitment to innovation, having received the “Seal of Excellence Certificate” from Horizon 2020 and accreditation as an “Innovative SME” by the Spanish Ministry of Economy. The company's name pays tribute to Sadako Sasaki, a symbol of courage and hope, reflecting the company's values and mission to create impactful solutions for society.

Additive Orthopaedics

Seed Round in 2016
Additive Orthopaedics, LLC is a medical company based in Little Silver, New Jersey, founded in 2015. It specializes in the development of 3D printed orthopedic devices for extremities, including systems for hammertoe, bunions, and wedge combinations, as well as custom 3D printed implants. The company's products are designed to be rapidly manufactured and tailored to the specific needs of patients, enhancing the likelihood of successful treatment outcomes. By integrating advanced manufacturing techniques with biologics, Additive Orthopaedics aims to improve patient care while also addressing the technological and cost efficiencies inherent in additive manufacturing within the global orthopedics market.

Dog Parker

Convertible Note in 2016
Dog Parker, Inc., operating as DogSpot, specializes in creating smart sidewalk sanctuaries for dogs outside businesses where pets are not permitted in the United States. These DogSpots are strategically placed in front of various establishments such as grocery stores, coffee shops, and restaurants, providing a secure and comfortable waiting area for dogs while their owners shop. The company also offers a mobile app that allows users to access the DogSpot network and monitor their pets in real-time. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, DogSpot addresses the needs of dog owners and retailers alike, enhancing the shopping experience by enabling customers to spend more time in-store. The business generates revenue through a pay-per-minute model for dog owners, fees from location partners for providing the service, and advertising income from prominent pet brands in high-traffic areas.

Wiivv

Seed Round in 2015
Wiivv Wearables Inc. is a bionics company based in Vancouver, Canada, that specializes in custom 3D printed footwear and wearable gear. Utilizing advanced 3D-mapping technology accessible via a smartphone app, Wiivv designs its products, including insoles and sandals, to fit the unique anatomy of each customer. The company was founded in 2014, and it operates a manufacturing research and development center in San Diego, California. Wiivv's offerings are tailored for various types of footwear, such as running shoes, dress shoes, and casual footwear. The company also collaborates with brands and creators to enhance their product lines by leveraging its proprietary customization platform, which incorporates biomechanics research, computer vision, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to deliver on-demand, digitally manufactured products. All of Wiivv's innovations aim to improve comfort and support for users, helping them move more effectively.

Collider

Seed Round in 2015
Collider, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, specializes in the design and manufacture of advanced printers under the brand name Orchid. These printers are used to create a variety of products including silicones, rubber, plastics, and metal stands. The company's technology leverages 3D printed tooling and an injection process to produce parts from standard manufacturing materials, making it a notable player in the field of additive manufacturing.

Metamason

Seed Round in 2015
Metamason, Inc. is a healthcare company based in Pasadena, California, that specializes in developing personalized respiratory devices using advanced 3D scanning and printing technology. Established in 2013, the company focuses on enhancing treatment for sleep apnea through its flagship product, Respere™, a custom-fit CPAP mask. Respere™ employs a proprietary Scan·Fit·Print™ process, which utilizes 3D body scanning and algorithmic design to create ergonomic masks tailored to each patient's unique facial features. Launched in 2017, Respere™ masks are crafted from soft medical-grade silicone and are produced on demand, ensuring a comfortable and secure fit. By offering customized solutions, Metamason aims to improve patient compliance with CPAP therapy, ultimately enhancing overall health and quality of life for individuals suffering from obstructive sleep apnea.

Twikit

Seed Round in 2015
Twikit is an enterprise software company headquartered in Antwerp, Belgium, with additional offices in New York City and Stuttgart. The company specializes in mass customization and digital manufacturing, offering a 3D customization platform that enables brands and enterprises to conceptualize and manufacture products tailored to individual customer preferences. Twikit's unique approach integrates software development, product design, and engineering to provide seamless end-to-end solutions, allowing clients to visualize and configure products in real time. By combining product parametrization and user experience with digital manufacturing processes, Twikit enhances existing business operations and enables advanced product individualization at scale.

CleverPet

Seed Round in 2015
CleverPet LLC, founded in 2013 and based in San Diego, California, designs and manufactures an electronic game console specifically for dogs. This innovative product engages pets through a combination of light, sound, and touch, utilizing their food as a reward to stimulate their minds. In addition to the console, CleverPet offers an accompanying app that tracks a dog's progress and food intake, providing notifications when pets learn new puzzles. Founded by individuals with backgrounds in cognitive science and neuroscience, CleverPet aims to enhance the well-being of pets by offering interactive experiences that keep them mentally stimulated while their owners are away.

Additive Orthopaedics

Seed Round in 2015
Additive Orthopaedics, LLC is a medical company based in Little Silver, New Jersey, founded in 2015. It specializes in the development of 3D printed orthopedic devices for extremities, including systems for hammertoe, bunions, and wedge combinations, as well as custom 3D printed implants. The company's products are designed to be rapidly manufactured and tailored to the specific needs of patients, enhancing the likelihood of successful treatment outcomes. By integrating advanced manufacturing techniques with biologics, Additive Orthopaedics aims to improve patient care while also addressing the technological and cost efficiencies inherent in additive manufacturing within the global orthopedics market.
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