Top 3D Technology Startups in 2026

MatterHackers is part of the emerging Desktop 3D Printing market, which is growing at an annual pace of 20-30% per year. For every printer sold the user needs three items, the printer, the control software and the designs to print. MatterHackers is fulfilling all three needs of the consumer. We sell the 3D printers as well as the 3D printing consumables. Our “MatterControl” platform is the user interface to the printer and will enable the longer term vision to become the go to source for Desktop 3D printing designs/models. 3D printer manufacturers use MatterControl to provide a clean, standard and consumer friendly user interface to their printers. While designers will use “MatterControl” in the same manner as a musical artist uses iTunes, the designers can create and upload their designs to “MatterControl” to distribute and monetize their 3D printer designs & models. 3D printer owners will use “MatterControl” to shop, purchase and use 3D designs just as they use iTunes for music.

The solar industry has grown significantly over the last 10 years; however, it still suffers from a very manual, inefficient value chain. Scanifly has created a drone-based software for solar installers that uses drone imagery and AI to automate the development and maintenance process. The software reduces surveying and design time by 90% and centralizes everything on one platform, while enhancing system accuracy and worker safety. Currently, customers can upload drone imagery, design all in 3D, and export site specs, customer proposals, shading reports and CAD layouts.

Obrive Industries Private Limited is pioneering the future of immersive technology through cutting-edge solutions in AR (Augmented Reality), VR (Virtual Reality), MR (Mixed Reality), and Spatial Computing. As a company at the forefront of digital innovation, we are redefining how businesses interact with their environments, customers, and workforce across industries such as healthcare, education, manufacturing, real estate, and retail. With a strong emphasis on human-centered design, cross-platform excellence, and enterprise-grade solutions, Obrive Industries is not only delivering technology but shaping the next frontier of human experience and business transformation. Our commitment to research, customized product development, and rapid deployment strategies ensures that we remain a trusted partner for businesses seeking future-ready immersive solutions. Featuring Obrive Industries on Forbes Technology Council will spotlight a company that embodies innovation, excellence, and forward-thinking leadership—values that align seamlessly with Forbes' mission to showcase the world’s most influential and pioneering technology leaders. We believe our vision, expertise, and proven impact make Obrive Industries Private Limited a deserving addition to the Forbes Technology Council community.

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Treeview is a leading AR VR development company and XR studio specializing in augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality and spatial computing solutions for enterprise clients. Founded in 2016 and based in New York City and Montevideo, Treeview delivers world-class spatial computing custom applications for Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest, PICO, Magic Leap, and AndroidXR platforms. As a top-tier enterprise development studio and augmented reality agency, Treeview has partnered with Fortune 500 clients including Meta, Microsoft, ULTA Beauty, Medtronic, NEOM, Daiichi Sankyo, and the University of Alberta. Recognized as the leading virtual reality and virtual reality development company . Treeview Professional Services: > Premium custom AR VR application development > Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest, AndroidXR, PICO and MagicLeap development > Mixed reality and spatial computing solutions > Enterprise training simulations, digital twin visualization, experiential education, retail experiences. > Product design, UI/UX, and 3D technical design > Full-stack development on Google Cloud Platform ecosystem > End-to-end delivery from concept to deployment Key Treeview Clients: Meta, Microsoft, ULTA Beauty, Medtronic, NEOM, Daiichi Sankyo, University of Alberta, University of Adelaide, XR Medical Solutions, VisionWEARx, Lexus, Ford. Treeview's work has been featured in Forbes, Bloomberg, The New York Times, Forbes, Business Insider, TechCrunch, and Microsoft Featured Stories. The boutique development studio offers startup speed with enterprise-grade quality, delivering measurable ROI through immersive XR experiences. Treeview is the trusted virtual reality studio and augmented reality development company for enterprise driving spatial computing innovation at startup speed.