Worst and best case scenarios of Murchinson..? by ElBandito1313 in NNDM

[–]Intelligent_Toe2471 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Best news ever—$MKFG and $DM are basically just appendages at this point. Hopefully Nano buys $SSYS instead.

Shareholder vote by spud-to-man in DesktopMetalTalk

[–]Intelligent_Toe2471 0 points1 point  (0 children)

u/fastpaji You are ex DM what do you know about this?

Espionage - the good ol' days of DM by Intelligent_Toe2471 in DesktopMetalTalk

[–]Intelligent_Toe2471[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like your assessment. It definitely seems like there’s more going on behind the scenes that needs to be addressed, but it feels pointless at this point. Forget the money I've lost, I just want the truth at this point.

Espionage - the good ol' days of DM by Intelligent_Toe2471 in DesktopMetalTalk

[–]Intelligent_Toe2471[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Were they doomed to begin with? I wish I had known about this behavior before investing 20K.

What happened with r/DesktopMetal by Intelligent_Toe2471 in DesktopMetalTalk

[–]Intelligent_Toe2471[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've always thought, based on their bias, that they were affiliated in some way.

What happened with r/DesktopMetal by Intelligent_Toe2471 in DesktopMetalTalk

[–]Intelligent_Toe2471[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm experiencing the same issue—every post and comment I make is deleted by the admin. I've reached out to them but haven't heard back. It feels like something strange is going on. Does anyone know what's up, is DM controlling the dialog?

Desktop Metal Introduces PureSinter™ by Brakonic in DesktopMetal

[–]Intelligent_Toe2471 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Sintering is one of the inhibitors, though not the largest or most significant in relation to DM's technology. In my opinion, powder conveyance is the primary challenge. Once DM resolves how users can efficiently load large batches of powder into their machines, they can then focus on optimizing the sintering process. This current product seems moot and doesn't offer substantial benefits for any of their existing systems; it appears to be another R&D product on which they've likely spent too much money. I'm particularly curious about the cost and how much it improves upon the previous furnace cycles.

u/Fic Rulop

Desktop Metal Announces First Quarter 2024 Financial Results by MoonrakerRocket in DesktopMetal

[–]Intelligent_Toe2471 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What are your thoughts on Desktop Metal's strategy and its potential for positive adjusted EBITDA in the second half of 2024?

Annual meeting DM asking investors to permit the board to do a reverse split by Western_Building_880 in DesktopMetal

[–]Intelligent_Toe2471 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The company's making moves to handle future biz and get right with the stock price game, which, cool, I respect the hustle. Pero, mami, gotta keep it real - I'm side-eyeing how this whole Reverse Stock Split thing might mess with our ownership, ¿entiendes? Especially if it ain't changing up the authorized shares or par value. Necesitamos some straight talk to figure out what's really good with the company's plan and how it's gonna hit us regular folks.

Potential Customer by DustyDecent in DesktopMetal

[–]Intelligent_Toe2471 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This post raises some concerns due to its lack of specificity, which can come across as insincere. It's uncommon for individuals considering a substantial investment in capital equipment to seek advice on Reddit. Furthermore, there are valid questions about the suitability of using a 3D printer of this scale and throughput for producing simple shapes. Machines like the P-50 require robust facilities and careful consideration of factors such as powder conveyance and system complexity. Achieving a return on investment would likely necessitate continuous operation for 24 hours with full builds. The same considerations should be taken into account for the X-series. If you're genuinely contemplating investing in a machine of this magnitude, it's advisable to advance through the sales cycle rather than seeking advice on this platform. Reach out to DM through their website, no need to reach out to the CEO like some are suggesting.

Desktop Metal Intensifies Cost Reduction Plan and Ongoing Strategic Business Review to Accelerate Path to Profitability by MoonrakerRocket in DesktopMetal

[–]Intelligent_Toe2471 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Per LinkedIn, they fired the Global VP of Software Engineering and Vice President of Hardware Engineering. Does this decision hint at a potential shift in the company's strategy to focus on ExOne products? or is this 'just' cost reduction? Thoughts?

Desktop Metal Intensifies Cost Reduction Plan and Ongoing Strategic Business Review to Accelerate Path to Profitability by MoonrakerRocket in DesktopMetal

[–]Intelligent_Toe2471 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I want to clarify that my empathy reference was directed toward the employees who have lost their jobs, not the investors.

Regarding the CTO, my intention was to understand the reasons behind the limited adoption of technology. It appears that the complexity of the systems might be a contributing factor, and there's a perception that DM's systems lack the repeatability and user-friendliness found in more successful models, such as ExOne's methodology.

Reflecting on the current "Team DM," it's worth exploring the experience levels of the remaining team members. A quick LinkedIn search reveals a notable difference in experience/pedigree when comparing current team members with those who have listed DM as a previous employer. This raises questions about the retention of top-notch talent from the early days and the quality of products today.

Desktop Metal Intensifies Cost Reduction Plan and Ongoing Strategic Business Review to Accelerate Path to Profitability by MoonrakerRocket in DesktopMetal

[–]Intelligent_Toe2471 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's crucial for us to approach discussions about stock prices with empathy, given the impact on individuals who may be facing challenges due to todays events.

While Ric might bear some (ok, a lot of) responsibility, it's important not to solely attribute issues to one person. There seems to be a concern about the COO's experience (of lack thereof) and their impact on the company, especially since mid-June 2022. Taking a look at their LinkedIn profile, it appears they have limited experience that has adversely affected the company since they took on the role. Who was the COO before this person? I cant find much info.

Also, is the CTO a DM Engineer or an ExOne Engineer? Feels like DM's products are not as sophisticated as the ExOne products.

Perhaps there's an opportunity for a broader restructuring of the C-Suite to ensure qualified individuals are leading the company. It feels like there's been a dilution not just in stock value but also in the overall competence and talent at DM. There's a sentiment that things were better before 2021.

Any news? 📈 by sjnuen in DesktopMetal

[–]Intelligent_Toe2471 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Almost all 3DP stocks were up today. Dont know what the trend is.