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Strap on a headset and enter a computer-generated world where interactions and movement bring person and machine closer together. As a simulation, experiences can vary from closely matching the real world, through to fantastical environments limited only by the imagination of their developers. VR is typically broken down into three categories- non-immersive, semi-immersive, and fully-immersive. A non-immersive example would appear on a normal screen, semi-immersive might add a headset, while fully-immersive combines headset and motion-sensitive controls. VR applications are extensive and include video gaming, training simulations including in military, healthcare and business, and travel and leisure.
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'Regulatory challenges' kill NVIDIA's Arm acquisition deal

Thu, 10th Feb 2022
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The deal's off but NVIDIA still loses $1.25 billion, which Arm owner SoftBank Group will treat as profit in Q4.
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New research reveals concerns on Metaverse and NFTs

Wed, 9th Feb 2022
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It's been hard to escape NFTs and the Metaverse over the past year. But does the public really trust these new virtual innovations?.
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25% of people will spend at least one hour a day in the metaverse by 2026

Tue, 8th Feb 2022
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Vendors are already building ways for users to replicate their lives in the digital world, according to Gartner.
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Lost Socks NFT's to start minting mid February

Sun, 6th Feb 2022
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Following the success of many recent Non-fungible tokens, a odd new entrant is launching this month with a focus on your laundry.
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It's time for digital marketers to dip their toes in Web 3.0

Fri, 4th Feb 2022
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Web 3.0, the next generation of the internet, is set to revolutionize digital marketing and give power back to users.
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Pinterest widens reach in eCommerce sector with AR implementation

Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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In a sign of things to come, Pinterest is widening its reach within the eCommerce sector by introducing new tools utilising augmented reality.
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NVIDIA signs deal to develop AI talent in Indonesia

Fri, 28th Jan 2022
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NVIDIA partners with Indonesian Ministry to enhance digital platforms and develop AI skills among students and educators. #TechNews #AI #Education.
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The Sandbox and Brinc announce $50M Open Metaverse Accelerator Program funding for 100 startups

Fri, 28th Jan 2022
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The Sandbox has committed US$50M to Brinc for The Sandbox Metaverse Accelerator Program, targeting 100 startups to enhance the open metaverse.
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Meta says it's building the 'fastest supercomputer in the world'

Wed, 26th Jan 2022
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Meta's AI Research SuperCluster will be used to develop advanced AI in areas such as computer vision, natural language processing and speech recognition.
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2021 a year to remember for blockchain industry - report

Wed, 26th Jan 2022
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Blockchain application research firm Huobi Research Institute has released its Global Blockchain Industry Overview and Trends 2021-2022 Annual Report.
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Embracing the Metaverse: Accenture's critical insight in Fjord Trends 2022 report

Tue, 25th Jan 2022
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Employers must prepare for the transformative power of the Metaverse, says Accenture's Fjord Trends 2022 report.
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DeFi blockchain ecosystem powered by facial recognition becomes Aus first

Fri, 21st Jan 2022
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BAXE, IDEMIA, and Haventec have partnered to launch a decentralised blockchain ecosystem using facial authentication for identity verification in Australia. .
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A new way to test user experiences in Facebook, Metaverse, and VR

Fri, 21st Jan 2022
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UserTesting has released new templates for its Human Insight Platform, allowing fast feedback from users in the metaverse.
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Microsoft to acquire Activision Blizzard in landmark deal

Thu, 20th Jan 2022
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Microsoft has announced its plans to acquire Activision Blizzard in a $68.7 billion deal, solidifying its position in the gaming industry.
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Salesforce announces new innovations across the APAC market

Mon, 17th Jan 2022
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Salesforce has announced a string of new innovations and partnerships to help expand its reach across the APAC market.
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Virtual reality investment explodes in 2021 - report

Thu, 13th Jan 2022
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Private UK fundraising in the virtual reality sector hit a record high, with over £150m raised this year, a 72% increase from 2020.
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2022 will see increasing AI role in augmented and virtual reality

Thu, 6th Jan 2022
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Artificial intelligence will play an increasing role in augmented and virtual reality in 2022, according to ABI Research.
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6 significant changes to online fraud we saw in 2021

Tue, 4th Jan 2022
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SEON Fraud Prevention co-founders discuss the top trends that changed fraud in 2021, including the rise of Ransomware as a Service and easier online fraud.
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Is the Metaverse really the next big digital thing?

Tue, 28th Dec 2021
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The Metaverse, a shared 3D virtual environment, presents a challenge for location technology, says LocationTechNZ deputy chair Chris Morris.
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Xerox and Oracle partner to help new ventures launch fast, with a focus on 3D printing, IoT, and AR

Mon, 20th Dec 2021
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Xerox has signed a multi-year deal with Oracle to provide cloud-computing infrastructure and software focusing on 3D printing and IoT.