Infinite Reality Acquires Virtual Shopping Platform Obsess in Strategic Move

Deal News | Jan 23, 2025 | Globenewswire

Infinite Reality Acquires Virtual Shopping Platform Obsess in Strategic Move

Infinite Reality (iR), an innovation company specializing in digital media and ecommerce through extended reality and AI, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Obsess, a premier virtual shopping platform. This strategic acquisition follows iR's $3 billion fundraising and marks its first major acquisition with this new capital. Obsess, founded by Neha Singh in 2017, has established itself as a leader in immersive commerce technology, transforming digital retail with over 400 3D digital stores for major brands. Neha Singh will join iR as Chief Innovation Officer, continuing to develop cutting-edge products. This acquisition is expected to enhance iR's ecommerce solutions and advance its position in the immersive technology market. By integrating Obsess’s proprietary technology suite and leadership team, iR aims to enhance digital experiences and increase market share. The acquisition builds on iR's aggressive growth strategy and past strategic acquisitions totaling $800 million in 2024. With headquarters remaining in New York, Obsess will help consolidate iR's presence in a key market while expanding its AI and immersive technology solutions for global clients.

Sectors

  • Extended Reality (XR)
  • Ecommerce
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Geography

  • United States – Infinite Reality and Obsess are both headquartered in the U.S., making it a key geography in the operations and expansion of both companies.
  • New York – New York is significant as the location where Obsess will maintain its operations, strengthening Infinite Reality's market presence.

Industry

  • Extended Reality (XR) – This sector involves immersive technologies such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR), which are central to Infinite Reality's strategy and the technological capabilities of Obsess.
  • Ecommerce – The ecommerce sector is relevant due to Obsess's virtual shopping platform usage by global brands to create digital storefronts.
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) – AI technology enhances digital media and commerce solutions, which is a core area of focus for Infinite Reality.

Financials

  • $3 billion – Recent fundraising by Infinite Reality announced earlier this month.
  • $800 million – Value of strategic acquisitions by Infinite Reality in 2024.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Infinite Reality (iR)AcquirerCompanyAn innovation company focusing on digital media and ecommerce using XR and AI technologies.
ObsessTarget CompanyCompanyA virtual platform known for creating interactive 3D digital stores for global retail brands.
Neha SinghChief Innovation OfficerPersonFounder and former CEO of Obsess, bringing experience from Google and Vogue.
John AcuntoCEOPersonCo-founder and CEO of Infinite Reality.
Amish ShahChief Business OfficerPersonCo-founder and Chief Business Officer of Infinite Reality.