Goodbye AltSpace VR, Hello Microsoft Mesh

Microsoft is updating its popular Teams work communications application to include real-time 3D (RT3D) digital human avatars this May. The solutions provider first announced the inclusion of virtual humans for Teams back in 2021. However, following the closure of its Metaverse service AltSpace VR Microsoft is doubling down on immersive content for its leading workplace […]

The Language of Persuasion: Magic Words to Get Your Way

Want to be more persuasive? Wondering which words will influence people to take action? To discover how to use language to guide people to a desired outcome, interview Jonah Berger.

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Reddit Launches ‘Simple Create’ Streamlined Ad Creation Process

The process enables you to launch a Reddit campaign in three steps.

Meta Tests New Process to Authenticate Accounts via Missed Calls

The process could help social platforms avoid SMS fees for authentication requests.

Pinterest Announces New Video Content Partnership with Dotdash Meredith

The partnership will add to Pinterest’s expanding catalog of exclusive video content.

UK Bans TikTok on Government Devices, as US Pushes for the App to Separate from Chinese Ownership

TikTok could be forced into a sell-off to avoid losing billions in revenue.

Little Cities On Quest Are Now Populated By Little Citizens

Little Cities on Quest are now populated by Little Citizens.

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Breachers Secures An April 13 Release On Quest, Pico & PC VR

Triangle Factory announced that Breachers, its upcoming 5v5 tactical VR shooter, arrives next month on Quest, Pico and PC VR. Read more here:

Meta Confirms 10K Additional Layoffs In Continued Restructuring

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg shared plans for upcoming layoffs across three areas of the company, as it continues its “Year of Efficiency” as the VR/AR market leader.

Google Discontinues Glass Enterprise Edition Smartglasses

Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2, the company’s work-focused version of its iconic but once maligned smartglasses, is being discontinued. Google says in a device support FAQ that, starting March 15th, it will no longer sell Glass Enterprise 2, adding that it will only support the device until September 15th, 2023. While the company says it’s not […]