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Printing Money

Printing Money
Additive Manufacturing
3D Printing
Metal Powder
Artificial Intelligence
Mergers and Acquisitions In Additive Manufacturing
Mergers and Acquisitions In AM

As the additive manufacturing industry continues to rapidly grow and evolve, so too does the financing that enables the technology innovation. ‘Printing Money’ takes a deeper look at the transactions behind some of the most innovative 3D printing businesses. We explore everything from mergers, acquisitions, fundraising, and the public markets, while considering broader technology trends and market... more

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Welcome to Printing Money Episode 42. Troy Jensen (Managing Director, Cantor) returns, joining Danny Piper (Managing Partner, NewCap) to review Q2 2026 publicly traded 3DP/AM company earnings reports. Troy’s quarterly appearances on Printing Money pr... more

Welcome to Printing Money Episode 41. Danny is joined for this episode by Daniel Johns. Dan has deep 3DP/AM industry experience with the likes of 3T, BEAMIT, Oerlikon, GKN, Airbus, and Howmet, and currently runs TAAG, an industrialization and investm... more

Welcome to Printing Money Episode 40. Matthias Schmidt-Lehr (AMPOWER, Executive Partner) joins Danny for this episode and we are very thankful to have him back.

In Episode 40, Danny and Matthias approach markets and deals largely with AI in mind. A... more

Welcome to Printing Money Episode 39, (or, “The one where they all went to market”). It’s that quarterly time, so Troy Jensen (Managing Director, Cantor Fitzgerald) joins Danny for a review and analysis of the Q1 2026 public 3DP/AM company earnings. ... more

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Dan Johns
Industry veteran with experience at Airbus, GKN, Oerlikon; led AM industrialization efforts and turnaround of 3T; founder of TAAG
TAAG
Episode: Printing Money Episode 41: 3DP/AM Deal Analysis with Dan Johns, TAAG Global
Matthias Schmidt-Lehr
Research firm Ampower expert on additive manufacturing and AI implications
Ampower
Episode: Printing Money Episode 40: 3DP/AM Deal Analysis and More with Matthias Schmidt-Lehr, AMPOWER
Rajeev Kulkarni
Industry veteran with tenure at 3D Systems and leadership roles at Axtra3D, Caracol, Ackuretta, and Pagdent
Axtra3D / Caracol / Ackuretta / Pagdent
Episode: Printing Money Episode 38: Additive Manufacturing Deal Analysis with Rajeev Kulkarni
John Barnes
Founder of Barnes Global Advisors and Metal Powder Works; former Lockheed Martin Skunkworks engineer; director at CSIRO High Performance Metals
Barnes Global Advisors; Metal Powder Works; CSIRO; Lockheed Martin
Episode: Printing Money Episode 36: Recent 3DP/AM Deals and More with John Barnes (TBGA & MPW)
Alex Kingsbury
Original idea maker of the podcast and its originator
Episode: Printing Money Episode 35: Notable VC and M&A Deals, with Arno Held and Alex Kingsbury
Arno Held
Executive at AM Ventures
AM Ventures
Episode: Printing Money Episode 35: Notable VC and M&A Deals, with Arno Held and Alex Kingsbury
Troy Jensen
Lead analyst on the public companies in the 3D printing sector
Cantor Fitzgerald
Episode: Printing Money Episode 33: Q2 2025 Public 3D Printing Earnings Review with Troy Jensen, Cantor Fitzgerald
Tali Rosman
Episode: Printing Money Episode 32: 3D Printing Deal Analysis with Tali Rosman
Fabian Alefeld
Global business development for Additive Minds; heads Additive Minds Academy
EOS/Additive Minds
Episode: Printing Money Episode 31: AM Deals and Analysis with Fabian Alefeld, EOS

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Danny Piper
Host of Printing Money

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Fascinating

    Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    12368742268
    United States3 years ago
  • The Best Podcast for Navigating the AM Financial Landscape

    Printing Money (what a brilliant title) is one of the best podcasts on 3D printing that you can find. If you're someone eager to gain intimate knowledge of the industry's power players and their venture capital landscape, this podcast is your golden ticket. As a professional with a decade of experience in this industry, I'm amazed by the wealth of new insights this podcast offers. And very important, it’s fun to listen to!! The unique perspectives offered by Alex and Danny are nothing short of r... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nadi93y
    Netherlands3 years ago
  • Required listening for those looking to invest in 3D printing

    A breath of fresh air!

    It's so hard to understand the business behind the *magic* of 3D printing, but Alex and Danny do an excellent job of breaking down highly advanced chess moves into easily understandable pieces.

    Well done! Can't wait for the next episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SJ_gent
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Insights into the 3D Printing market

    Alex and Danny provide great context to the latest investment news related to 3D printing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anonymous4486
    United States3 years ago

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The show is seen as essential listening for anyone evaluating investments or partnerships in AM.
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Industry experts praise practical market insights and candid deal discussions.

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Printing Money Episode 40: 3DP/AM Deal Analysis and More with Matthias Schmidt-Lehr, AMPOWER
Q: What are you seeing today in AI and where do you see shifts occurring in the AM market?
Matthias describes AI as a fundamental driver changing how design, troubleshooting, and process control are approached, with strong emphasis on desktop consumer use cases, medical applications, and industrial manufacturing. He notes early-stage, niche AI tools are being embedded to augment expert work, while stressing that industrial sectors still require human insight and stepwise workflows rather than one-shot, fully autonomous solutions.
Printing Money Episode 30: Q1 2025 Public 3D Printing Earnings Review with Troy Jensen, Cantor Fitzgerald
Q: And so, love to get your feedback. Just overall, what are you seeing in the market sort of now?
The market is volatile, with many sectors hitting all-time highs while 3D printing lags behind; profitability and balance sheets are key, and investors have been cautious due to past hype cycles, preferring growth stories with solid cash positions and clear path to profitability.
Printing Money Episode 35: Notable VC and M&A Deals, with Arno Held and Alex Kingsbury
Q: Alex, what are you looking forward to in 2026 and what keeps you up at night?
Alex emphasizes continuing momentum from 2025, with AI-driven investment and a matured market in AM; he notes concerns about tariffs, regulatory hurdles, and the need for sustainable business models in AI-enabled processes, while staying optimistic about industry-wide evolution.
Printing Money Episode 35: Notable VC and M&A Deals, with Arno Held and Alex Kingsbury
Q: What are your expectations for 2026, Arno, and what are you most excited or concerned about?
Arno foresees a continuation of the post-2025 recalibration, with tailwinds from lower inflation and stable interest rates potentially fueling more active M&A, while caution remains due to geopolitical volatility and debt in governments; he expects a focus on leaner, more resilient companies and a shift toward application-centric growth.
Printing Money Episode 36: Recent 3DP/AM Deals and More with John Barnes (TBGA & MPW)
Q: John, you mentioned gravitating toward 3D printing and your early work; can you summarize how your career path led you to metal powders and additive manufacturing?
John walked through his progression from Lockheed Skunk Works to CSIRO Australia, then to founding Barnes Global Advisors and Metal Powder Works, highlighting the drive to apply industrial engineering principles to additive manufacturing and metal powders.

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The show concentrates on the financial and transaction-driven side of additive manufacturing, exploring mergers and acquisitions, fundraising, and public market activity within 3D printing. Episodes combine deal analysis, market commentary, and industry context to explain how financing and strategic moves shape the AM landscape, with hosts grounding discussions in practical implications for investors and operators. A standout is the ongoing focus on production-scale adoption, regional dynamics, and the interplay between software, hardware, and capital markets, making it informative for both operators and financial professionals evaluating opportunities in AM.

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1. Dan Johns
2. Matthias Schmidt-Lehr
3. Rajeev Kulkarni
4. John Barnes
5. Alex Kingsbury
6. Arno Held
7. Troy Jensen
8. Tali Rosman

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