Campoformido, Italy – September 2024 – Skypoint srl, based in Campoformido, Italy, is thrilled to announce the acquisition of FDDB.org (Fulldome Database), the world’s largest online community and resource for fulldome and planetarium professionals. This acquisition marks a significant step in Skypoint’s commitment to expanding its influence and resources within the immersive media and planetarium industry. As we take on this new responsibility, we want to affirm our commitment to preserving the platform’s longstanding independence and neutrality, which has been instrumental in its growth and credibility.
FDDB.org has been a cornerstone of the fulldome community, providing a comprehensive platform for professionals to connect, share content, and discover the latest in fulldome shows, planetarium events, and related technologies. Over the years, it has grown into the go-to database for fulldome enthusiasts and industry leaders alike, hosting a vibrant community and an extensive library of resources.
Skypoint greatly values the dedication and vision that FDDB’s founder, Dario Tiveron, has brought to the platform cultivating a dynamic and passionate community that continues to drive innovation in the fulldome and planetarium sectors. To ensure the continuity of this thriving community and its ongoing success, Dario Tiveron will remain closely involved as the FDDB Editor. In this role, Dario will continue to be the face of the platform, representing it at industry meetings, conferences, and other key events.
“Directing and running FDDB has been fun and extremely enriching – both professionally and personally”, said Dario Tiveron. “But it’s been a one-man-army run. Given the growth of FDDB and the interesting development opportunities ahead, I recently decided to look for a third party that could better facilitate such growth and push it even further. I’m very pleased to have found such interest in an organization that shares the same Italian roots as mine and is also passionate about planetariums.”
“Skypoint deeply appreciates the spirit and dedication that Dario has infused into FDDB.org. His leadership has created a platform that not only serves the needs of the fulldome community but also fosters growth and creativity in the industry,” said Marco Cosmacini, CEO Skypoint srl. “Our priority is to ensure that FDDB.org remains an independent platform where the fulldome community can connect, collaborate, and grow without the constraints of commercial pressures, ensuring it remains a platform that continues to serve and grow through community-driven efforts.”
This acquisition stems not merely from a business objective but from our deep-rooted passion for astronomy and planetariums, which has been the foundation of Skypoint since its inception in 1999. We are excited about this opportunity because it allows us to continue and expand upon the journey we started over two decades ago.
“Our commitment to planetariums goes well beyond business — it’s about fostering a community, sharing knowledge and passion and inspiring curiosity in the cosmos, which has always been at the heart of what we love to do.”
Skypoint’s acquisition of FDDB.org is not just a continuation, but an evolution. The company plans to introduce new features and expand the platform to include additional segments of the planetarium industry worldwide. This will allow FDDB.org to better serve its users by providing even more comprehensive resources and opportunities for collaboration.
“We are thrilled to embark on this new journey and look forward to unveiling exciting updates and features on FDDB.org in the near future. We also want to express our gratitude to Dario Tiveron for trusting us with his creation. We are honored to take the reins and drive FDDB.org into its next phase of growth,” Marco Cosmacini added.
“We invite all current and prospective users to stay engaged with FDDB.org as we introduce fresh, innovative content and services that will shape the future of the fulldome and planetarium community.”
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