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§ Private Profile · San Francisco, CA, USA
Visby is a technology company.
Visby develops holographic light-field technology specifically designed for virtual and augmented reality applications. The company focuses on creating innovative methods for the native capture, compression, and playback of holographic content, moving beyond traditional 3D rendering. Their technical approach involves acquiring multiple perspectives within a light field and intelligently extrapolating that data to generate realistic, simulated vantage points for immersive digital experiences.
Founded in 2016 by Kris Chaisanguanthum and Ryan Damm, Visby was established on the insight that achieving truly authentic and comfortable immersive experiences in AR and VR necessitates a fundamental shift. The founders recognized the need to bypass the limitations of conventional graphics by embracing a natively holographic approach, thereby addressing challenges such as the "uncanny valley" effect in digital representations.
The company's technology serves film, video, and immersive media professionals seeking to produce highly photorealistic content. Visby's overarching vision is to pioneer the future of AR and VR by providing the foundational holographic light-field technology necessary for displays to deliver unprecedented levels of realism and immersion, ultimately transforming how users interact with digital worlds.
Visby has raised $420.7M across 8 funding rounds.
Visby has raised $420.7M in total across 8 funding rounds.
Visby has raised $420.7M in total across 8 funding rounds.
Visby's investors include Isaac Ro, John Doerr, Blue Water Life Science Advisors, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, NanoDimension, Pitango Venture Capital, Alumni Ventures, General Catalyst, Greylock, Innovation Endeavors, Kleiner Perkins, LGF.
Visby Medical is a health technology company specializing in rapid, instrument-free molecular diagnostic tests, particularly PCR-based assays for infectious diseases. Its flagship product is an FDA-authorized, compact, at-home PCR test that detects common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and trichomoniasis, delivering lab-quality results in about 30 minutes without the need for a clinic visit. Visby serves consumers seeking fast, private, and reliable sexual health diagnostics, addressing the problem of delayed or inaccessible testing and treatment. The company is experiencing strong growth momentum, recently raising up to $65 million to accelerate the launch and distribution of its at-home STI testing platform, signaling expanding market adoption and operational scaling[1][3][5][6].
Founded in 2012 in California, Visby Medical emerged from a vision to revolutionize infectious disease diagnosis by making it rapid, accurate, and accessible outside traditional clinical settings. The company was originally named Click Diagnostics and rebranded to Visby Medical in 2020 to reflect its focus on molecular diagnostics. Founder and CEO Adam de la Zerda, PhD, has led the company through pivotal moments including FDA authorization of its at-home STI test and multiple financing rounds that have enabled product development and market expansion. Early traction was marked by the development of a unique instrument-free PCR technology platform that delivers true PCR results in under 30 minutes, a breakthrough in point-of-care diagnostics[1][3][4].
Visby Medical rides the growing trend of decentralizing healthcare diagnostics, particularly the shift toward at-home testing empowered by advances in molecular biology and digital health. The timing is critical as consumers demand faster, more private, and convenient health solutions, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic’s emphasis on remote care. Market forces such as rising STI rates, increasing awareness of sexual health, and regulatory support for at-home diagnostics favor Visby’s growth. By delivering lab-grade PCR testing outside traditional labs, Visby influences the broader ecosystem by setting new standards for accuracy, speed, and patient empowerment in infectious disease testing[1][3][5].
Visby Medical is positioned to expand its footprint in at-home diagnostics beyond STIs, potentially addressing other infectious diseases and health conditions with its platform technology. Future trends shaping its journey include increased consumer demand for self-care, integration with telehealth services, and continued innovation in molecular diagnostics. As Visby scales manufacturing and reduces costs, it could become a leader in transforming how infectious diseases are diagnosed and managed globally, further breaking down barriers between patients and timely healthcare. Its ongoing partnerships and funding rounds suggest a strong trajectory toward broader market penetration and influence in the evolving healthcare landscape[3][5].
Visby has raised $420.7M across 8 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $55.0M Visby Medical - Other Equity in June 2025.