
8i is the industry leader in volumetric video technology, specializing in the capture, transformation, and streaming of holograms. Their innovative solutions include enterprise-grade hologram capture stages, advanced software for editing and compressing holograms, and a publishing suite that integrates seamlessly with popular platforms. By leveraging cutting-edge machine learning and computer vision, 8i differentiates itself through its ability to create photorealistic holograms that enhance communication, education, entertainment, and commerce. With a strong market position and a commitment to democratizing access to immersive experiences, 8i is poised for significant growth in the evolving landscape of digital interaction.

8i is the industry leader in volumetric video technology, specializing in the capture, transformation, and streaming of holograms. Their innovative solutions include enterprise-grade hologram capture stages, advanced software for editing and compressing holograms, and a publishing suite that integrates seamlessly with popular platforms. By leveraging cutting-edge machine learning and computer vision, 8i differentiates itself through its ability to create photorealistic holograms that enhance communication, education, entertainment, and commerce. With a strong market position and a commitment to democratizing access to immersive experiences, 8i is poised for significant growth in the evolving landscape of digital interaction.
Product: Volumetric (holographic) video capture, transform (ML/computer vision), and streaming
Core customers / use cases: Entertainment, education, communication, commerce
Team size (reported): 46 employees
Total funding: USD 42,060,000
Notable lead investor: Warner Media (Time Warner) led Series B
Creating, compressing and delivering photoreal 3D holograms from multi-camera volumetric captures to XR and conventional devices.
Volumetric video / holographic video / XR content technology
USD 27,000,000
Series B reported with participation from Baidu Ventures, Hearst Ventures, Verizon Ventures and others
Reported seed round and an October 2014 grant
“Strategic media and corporate venture participation (Warner Media lead; participation from Baidu Ventures, Hearst Ventures, Verizon Ventures)”