Russia Announces Partial Bans on Facebook Amid Escalating Ukraine Conflict

Russian authorities have sought to ban Facebook amid claims that the platform is censoring state-approved messages.

YouTube Previews New Channel Analytics Options, Providing More Insight into Content Performance

The new insights will provide more specific info on what’s driving the performance of your YouTube channel.

Clubhouse Adds In-Room Chat, Providing Another Way to Engage in Conversations

There’s a new way to engage in Clubhouse rooms.

Lone Echo 2 Takes Immersive Reality Game of the Year At 25th DICE Awards

Lone Echo 2 took home both Immersive Reality awards at last night’s DICE Awards.

It beat out Demeo, Resident Evil 4 and others for the Game of the Year prize.

Sword Art Online Hosts Global Exhibition Through March 10

Fans of the globally popular anime Sword Art Online can immerse themselves in exhibits inspired by the series through March 10. #ad

Flight Simulator Hand Tracking Support ‘Under Investigation’, Helicopters Set For Q4 2022 Release

Microsoft Flight Sim’s Helicopters have been pushed back, but developer Asobo is looking into hand-tracking for VR.

Red Matter, Trover, Blaston Go For Cheap In Humble VR Bundle Deal

A new Humble VR Bundle throws in Cook-Out, Trover, Red Matter and more for one very low price.

HTC’s Vision of the Metaverse is Heavy on Buzzwords, Light on Substance

HTC released a video showing off its vision of the metaverse, a reflection of what the company thinks virtual spaces will look like in the near future. And… it’s not a great look. Some ideas are inevitable. Slim and light XR glasses capable of fluidly serving up novel and meaningful interactions are basically the holy […]

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Friday’s Station Research Looks at Skin Cells, Plant Genetics and Exercise

Friday’s research schedule aboard the International Space Station included exploring how microgravity affects skin cells and cotton genetics. The Expedition 66 crew is also learning how to exercise more effectively in weightlessness. Living in space has been shown to accelerate the rate of skin aging and a new study delivered aboard the Cygnus space freighter …

How Does the UX Affect the Future of the Metaverse?

Ripples were sent through the XR community after Christine Moy, JP Morgan’s Global Head of Metaverse, resigned after 18 years of service with the company. After listing her accomplishments with the massive investment bank, which included launching JP Morgan as the world’s first Metaverse bank and a list of work with cryptocurrencies, blockchain, and decentralised […]