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In recent years, the concept of the Metaverse has captured the imagination of tech enthusiasts, innovators, and futurists alike. Coined by Neal Stephenson in his 1992 science fiction novel “Snow Crash,” the Metaverse refers to a collective virtual shared space that is created by the convergence of physical and virtual …

The idea of having sex in the metaverse may be off-putting to most, but a VR expert believes people will ‘lean into convenience,’ just as they did with dating apps. Sam Hall, managing director of Mixed Reality Rooms, predicts that in 10 years, people from all walks of life will …

In a move to enhance Nigeria’s digital landscape, Meta is set to deploy two submarine cables, with landings scheduled in Lagos and Akwa Ibom by the end of November. This development was announced by the Director General of the National Information Technology Development of Nigeria, Abdullahi Kashifu, during the Global …

The metaverse is poised to transform the way we interact with digital technology, and presents substantial economic opportunities. To be a better investor, you’ll need to understand the technologies that are shaping the way consumers interact with companies. This guide is aimed at demystifying the Metaverse ecosystem and showcasing ways …

Veyond Metaverse uses its Veyond Connect™ extended reality platform to facilitate a real-time surgery over 8,800 kilometers, bridging surgeons in Paris, France and Yangon, Myanmar. San Francisco, California, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Veyond Metaverse, a startup harnessing extended reality (XR) technology for healthcare, has achieved an unprecedented medical …

Mark Zuckerberg showcases impressive advancements in realistic 3D avatars during a video interview in cyberspace. However, it remains uncertain whether this technology can rescue the Metaverse as Meta reported a loss of $3.74 billion in its Reality Labs division in the third quarter of this year. Mark Zuckerberg’s approach to …

The company filed a patent application simply titled “Work in VR.” Meta’s intention seems to be enabling a more seamless work experience in a VR environment, tackling the privacy risks that may come with working in VR, allowing for private conferencing and figuring out interoperability problems. “Remote collaboration systems continue …

In recent times, the term “metaverse” has become a hot topic in the world of technology and social media. Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta – formerly known as Facebook – has been excitedly promoting his vision of a metaverse as the future of online communication and interaction. However, Despite …

Low-power wearable technology, including virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) devices crucial to the metaverse, will be permitted to tap into the 6 gigahertz (GHz) frequency band following a rule change from the United States communications regulator. In an Oct. 19 press release, the Federal Communications Commission said it …

Imagine stepping into a vast virtual world where the boundaries between the physical and digital blur. In the metaverse, users can create avatars that represent themselves and interact with others in a shared persistent space. It’s a realm where people can attend virtual concerts, explore virtual landscapes, and even conduct …

Japan is intensifying its pursuit of cutting-edge defense technology in response to the complex geopolitical environment, and a military metaverse is emerging as a potentially potent tool for bolstering its armed forces against potential adversaries. In a notable step, the Japanese government released the Defense Technology Guidelines 2023 in June, …

Does the future of mental health lie in the metaverse? A leading healthcare platform in spatial computing has revealed the results of a study that demonstrates the effectiveness in treating mental health issues using virtual reality therapy. To clarify, the study highlights the potential of VR technology to reduce stress …

The senators cited Meta’s record of flawed social media platforms for children that have failed to protect them from inappropriate content. Two United States senators have asked Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Facebook’s parent company Meta Platforms Inc., to cease plans to release its Horizon Worlds metaverse app to teenagers. …

Meta has announced that applications for the AR/VR Africa Metathon in partnership with Imisi 3D and BlackRhino VR are now open. The AR/VR Africa Metathon is a series of programmes and activations under the Meta global XR fund aimed at supporting African XR talents to build innovative solutions that demonstrate …

Technology has always enabled people to connect and express themselves. As communication became faster, video became a richer way to share experiences. We’ve gone from desktop to web to mobile; from text to photos to video. But this wave of innovation isn’t slowing down, so what is the metaverse about …

CEO Elon Musk changed his Twitter profile’s feature image to that of a Bored Ape Yacht Club’s (BAYC) ape. ” I dunno … seems kinda fungible,” the Dogecoin DOGE/USD bull said in a tweet, following the image change. It isn’t immediately clear if Musk has purchased a BAYC non fungible …