NASA Television, the NASA app, and the agency’s website are providing live coverage of the return to Earth for Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner spacecraft. The uncrewed Starliner is expected to land at 6:49 p.m. EDT White Sands Space Harbor in New Mexico. If all conditions are “go” for Starliner’s return, the deorbit burn will be conducted at 6:05 p.m. Within minutes, …
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BUD Targets Gen Z for NFT, Blockchain Metaverse Tools
On Monday, BUD, a Metaverse powered by user-generated content (UGC), raised $38.6 million USD in a Series B funding round led by Sequoia Capital India with help from ClearVue Partners, NetEase and Northern Light Venture Capital. Investment firms GGV Capital, Qiming Venture Partners and Source Code Capital also provided additional funding assistance, and the awarded […]
XR to Unlock Human, Work Experience, Futurist Says
The global tech industry faces a significant transformation due to the rise of extended reality (XR) technologies, many of which are intrinsically linked to the development of new human-computer interfaces, global events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, and advancements in immersive content. Events such as the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2022, which took place 10 […]
Niantic’s Annual Summit Reveals Crucial AR Tech
Last Tuesday, famed developers of the augmented reality (AR) game Pokemon Go, Niantic, announced several new immersive technologies during its first-ever Lightship annual summit. During the first day of the conference, Niantic introduced software to improve AR immersive experiences developed with its Lightship software development kit (SDK), along with Visual Positioning System (VPS), AR world […]
Metaverse to Fuel Pro-AV, AMD Says at ISE 2022
The Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2022 saw a massive list of companies in the extended reality (XR) technologies sector showcasing some of their immersive solutions, which could pave the way for a framework and development of future Metaverse infrastructure. Innovative companies have also begun launching specific use cases, which would provide extensive feedback and applications […]
Instagram’s Working on a Video Reaction Option for Reels
Instagram continues to take inspiration from TikTok as Reels usage continues to grow.
How to Use LinkedIn to Highlight Your Brand Culture, and Attract the Right Candidates [Infographic]
LinkedIn”s latest infographic is essentially a case study on how to use the app to reinforce your brand culture.
TikTok Launches New Cyber Safety Tips Initiatives for Internet Safety Month
As part of Internet Safety Month, TikTok is looking to provide more resources to help keep younger people safe online.
Google Announces New Ad Tools at Marketing Live, Including New Options for YouTube Shorts Promotions
Google’s announced a range of coming ad and analytics updates.
SteamVR Update Adds Mallorca, A New Photogrammetry Environment
The latest SteamVR update adds a new photogrammetry environment for users, captured in the ancient village of Fornalutx in Mallorca.
Co-Op Arcade Shoot ‘Em Up Wings 1941 Hits Quest In June
Wings 1941 is a new co-op arcade shoot ’em up for Quest.
And it’s releasing next week! Trailer and details here.
Nearly 4 Years On, PSVR’s Firewall Launches Its Final Season
Just under four years on from launch, PSVR-exclusive Firewall Zero Hour has launched its final season.
Until You Fall Collaboration Coming To Drums Rock This Week
Until You Fall is coming to VR drumming game, Drums Rock, tomorrow.
A new track and cosmetics await.
4 Ways to Become a True Thought Leader
You’re not interesting simply because you run a company. There. I said it. While you may have incredible insight to share, so do the other C-level execs running companies in your category. Question is, how do you separate yourself as a trusted voice in the industry and use thought leadership as a business driver? A […]
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Lynx Secures $4M in Series A Funding, Aims to Become “European Champion of Mixed Reality”
Lynx, the French XR hardware startup known for crowdfunding the Lynx R-1 mixed reality headset, today announced it’s secured $4 million in its Series A round, led by social VR platform Somnium Space. Alongside Somnium Space, participants in the latest funding round also include what Lynx calls early supporters of the company and “other investors involved […]
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Newtonlab Space Demos Telepresence Kit at ISE 2022
XR Today’s Demond Cureton speaks to Roger Belso, Creative Manager for Newtonlab Space. In this session we discuss the following: 1) Newtonlab Space’s innovative telepresence and holographic XR marketing interfaces 2) Building immersive campaigns for clients with the right creative content 3) Thoughts and summaries on the ISE 2022 If you’re looking for more information […]
Snap Stocks Drop 32 Percent After Annual Summit
Snap’s shares dropped by 32 percent during after-hours trading, global media reported on Tuesday after the firm reported it had missed its Q2 guidance range, forcing it to lower its future quarterly forecasts. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) also indicated Snap’s Q2 earnings would fall short of expectations. The company said in a filing: […]
Journey Acquires Firms to Redesign XR, CX Future
Journey, a New York and Los Angeles-based company designing creative digital experiences for global firms, announced on Tuesday it had acquired ICRAVE, Futures Intelligence Group, and Skilled Created to expand its operations and empower firms with digital transformations. Andrew Zimmerman, Journey’s Chief Executive, the former CEO of frog Design and Co-Founder of Accenture Interactive and […]
Meet our XR Awards Leader of the Year Finalists
XR Today will soon debut its inaugural awards event on Thursday, with industry professionals and fans of virtual, augmented, mixed, and extended reality (VR/AR/MR/XR) solutions uniting to commemorate some of the most recognised innovators across the tech landscape. Register to attend the XR Awards for free here Before the ceremony launches on Thursday, we’d like […]
How to Schedule Your Social Media Content Curation for Massive Growth [Infographic]
Mapping out a content curation schedule, alongside your original shares, can help to boost your social media presence.
WhatsApp Partners with Indian Government to Provide Digital Identity Documents In-App
It’s another step in Meta’s push to make WhatsApp into a more essential utility for Indian users.
Meta Outlines Advancing Process for Creating Realistic Digital Avatars for the Next Stage of Connection
The new avatar creation tools will open up a range of new opportunities within the broader metaverse shift.
Instagram Outlines Update Visual Elements to Better Connect with its Purpose
Instagram’s visual elements will look a little different – which will also help to improve accessibility.
Fast Travel Games Confirms Multiple PSVR 2 Games In Development
Cities: VR and Wraith developer Fast Travel Games has confirmed it’s working on multiple PSVR 2 titles.
What could they be?
Quest 2 Experimental Room Setup Adds Walls & Furniture To Mixed Reality
A new experimental feature on Quest 2 incorporates your walls and furniture in room setup.