Overview
DoubleMe Inc. is a pioneering company in the field of extended reality technology, focusing on creating real-time holographic experiences. With headquarters in Seoul and additional offices in London and Sunnyvale, CA, DoubleMe is at the forefront of innovation in the metaverse and holographic reality sectors. The company's flagship offering, TwinWorld, is designed to bridge the physical and digital realms, offering a social holographic experience that fosters connectivity.
- Founded: 2014
- Founders: Albert Kim (CEO), Heeyoung Kim (Co-founder and Chief Administration Officer)
- Company Size: 51-200 employees (notably expanded workforce by 23% recently)
- Industry: Software Development, Holographic Mixed Reality
- Estimated Annual Revenue: $5 million
Leadership
- Albert Kim: Founder and CEO with expertise in metaverse technology and strategic leadership. He has a computer engineering background from Northwestern University and prior experience at Zenitum and PwC in Chicago.
- Heeyoung Kim: Co-founder and Chief Administration Officer, overseeing operations, finance, and human resources.
- Michael Kuczynski: Founder & COO, contributing to the strategic and operational framework.
- Terry Bae: Chief Strategy Officer (CSO).
- Alan Ayala: Communication Manager.
- Liam Lee: Chief Product Officer (CPO).
Product and Services
DoubleMe's offerings are based on their proprietary volumetric video capture technology:
- TwinWorld: A metaverse platform facilitating interactions across physical and digital boundaries.
- Holoport and HoloScene: Technologies integral for real-time holographic communication.
- HoloPortal Studio: Enables 3D modeling and holographic content creation.
Financials and Funding
DoubleMe has successfully attracted significant investment, reflecting investor confidence in their vision:
- Total Funding: Over $39 million
- Recent Series A: $25 million in 2022, backed by major investors such as Coentry Investment, NH Investment, and Samsung.
Strategic Vision
DoubleMe is committed to enhancing its technological capabilities for 5G networks and advancing real-time holographic telepresence platforms. The strategy includes developing a robust B2B2C communication platform and expanding its market footprint in the UK and US. DoubleMe aspires to transcend traditional boundaries, fostering connectivity across diverse user demographics.
Competitors
DoubleMe operates in a competitive digital landscape, with prominent competitors including:
- Quixel: Specializes in 3D asset creation, with an annual revenue of $19.4 million and 114 employees. Known for Megascans tools within digital content creation.
- Lucid Pix: Offers a platform for transforming 2D photos into 3D images, with $1.1 million in revenue and a staff of 11.
- immoviewer: Provides 3D virtual tour software, with 41 employees and $5.6 million revenue.
- Additional notable competitors: Imuv, AltspaceVR, HTC VIVE, Apple, and other significant tech entities contribute to the competitive environment in virtual reality and augmented reality realms.
Industry Context
The virtual and augmented reality sectors are witnessing rapid growth and investment, with significant emphasis on metaverse development. Companies like DoubleMe are capitalizing on this trend by offering innovative solutions that enhance digital interaction and immersive experiences. Through strategic partnerships and capital investment, DoubleMe aims to strengthen its technological edge and expand its global influence within this highly dynamic industry.
