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8i
Los Angeles, US · Founded 2015 · Delaware corporation · 50 employees on LinkedIn · 6 known investors
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8i develops virtual and augmented reality technologies for human connection and immersive experiences, serving audiences across entertainment, education, training, and professional settings.
Founders & leadership
8i was founded in 2015 by Lincoln Gasking.
Board
Investors · 6
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Reported raises · per SEC filings
Form D private placements$20.4M disclosed across 1 round · 2016
▶$20.4MraisedNov 2016 · 13 investors · OtherRule 506(c)
- James D RobinsonDirector
- Scott LevineDirector
- Lincoln GaskingExecutive Officer, Director
- Scott NolanDirector
- Offering amount
- $22.5M
- Amount sold
- $20.4M
- First sale
- Nov 2016
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware, 2015
- Federal exemptions
- 06c
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.
Founder mafia
3 people who came through 8i went on to found or lead other companies.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does 8i do?
- 8i develops virtual and augmented reality technologies for human connection and immersive experiences, serving audiences across entertainment, education, training, and professional settings.
- Who founded 8i?
- 8i was founded by Lincoln Gasking in 2015.
- Who are 8i's investors?
- 8i's investors include Advancit Capital, Dolby Family Ventures, Right Click Capital, RRE Ventures, Samsung Next, Founders Fund.
- How much funding has 8i raised?
- 8i has disclosed $20.4M raised across 1 round.
- Where is 8i headquartered?
- 8i is headquartered in Los Angeles, US.