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Identify3D

acquired by Materialise

San Francisco, US · Founded 2014 · 3 known investors

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Acquired by Materialise September 2022 · terms undisclosed — undisclosed · source ↗

Identify3D developed software that encrypted and digitally watermarked 3D-printing/CAD files, embedding production rules to protect IP and verify authorized machines across manufacturing supply chains.

Founders & leadership

Identify3D was founded in 2014 by Stephan Thomas and Joseph Inkenbrandt.

ST
Stephan ThomasCo-founder
JI
Joseph InkenbrandtCo-founder
JI
Joe InkenbrandtFounder

Investors · 3

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$3.5M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2015–2016

▶$2.8MraisedDec 2016 · 14 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Joseph InkenbrandtExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Stephan ThomasExecutive Officer, Director
  • Andy McLoughlinDirector
Offering amount
$3.3M
Amount sold
$2.8M
First sale
Dec 2016
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2014
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$700KraisedJun 2015 · 10 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Stephan ThomasExecutive Officer, Director
  • Joseph InkenbrandtExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
Offering amount
$706.6K
Amount sold
$700K
First sale
May 2015
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2014
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Frequently asked questions

What does Identify3D do?
Identify3D developed software that encrypted and digitally watermarked 3D-printing/CAD files, embedding production rules to protect IP and verify authorized machines across manufacturing supply chains.
Who founded Identify3D?
Identify3D was founded by Stephan Thomas, Joseph Inkenbrandt in 2014.
Who are Identify3D's investors?
Identify3D's investors include Bee Partners, Uncork Capital, SoftTech VC.
How much funding has Identify3D raised?
Identify3D has disclosed $3.5M raised across 2 rounds.
Who acquired Identify3D?
Identify3D was acquired by Materialise.
Where is Identify3D headquartered?
Identify3D is headquartered in San Francisco, US.