The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered an unprecedented demand for virtual reality (VR) headsets and gear. According to the IDC, global shipments of AR and VR headsets increased by a staggering 348.4% in 2021, of which standalone VR headsets occupied nearly 90% of the market share. The organisation also estimates that this growth momentum will continue […]
Snapchat Publishes New Report into the Importance of Privacy Tools in Facilitating Online Sharing
The report looks at the key concerns that people have in regards to the information that they share online.
Meta Moves to the Next Stage of its Messaging Integration Plan, with E2E Encryption on Messenger Group Chats
Despite ongoing opposition from government and law enforcement groups, Meta continues to push ahead with its expanded messaging encryption plan.
Pinterest Tests New Idea Pin Highlights to Showcase Specific Content
The new option could provide another way to showcase your Idea Pins, and get more value out of your best content.
YouTube Adds New Guided Support Process for Community Guidelines Violations
The updated process will provide more context on policy violations, and direct response options to resolve them.
VR MMO Zenith Is Currently Steam’s Top Selling Game
Less than 24 hours after launch, VR MMO Zenith is Steam’s top selling game.
Yeah. Wow.
Zenith Servers Back Online After Launch Issues
Zenith got off to the industry-standard shaky start yesterday when players reported login issues.
Fortunately, the game’s beginning to find its feet.
A Township Tale PSVR Port Looks Likely As Dev Raises $12.4 Million
A Township Tale looks likely to come to PSVR as its developer has raised $12.4 million.
Simula One aims at becoming your portable Linux VR computer
In the VR communities, there is a lot of curiosity for a new standalone headset that is probably the first
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Crew Works Spine Scans, Heart and Breathing Checks on Friday
Spinal scans and cardiopulmonary measurements were the key research operations taking place aboard the International Space Station on Friday. The Expedition 66 crew also serviced spacesuits, life support gear, and a Russian science module. Human research is fundamental to understanding how the body adapts to weightlessness with doctors seeking to keep astronauts healthy during long-term …
SAP Acquires Taulia in Metaverse Push
German software corporation SAP SE announced on Thursday it plans to acquire US fintech firm Taulia to expand its global digital presence. More breaking news! SAP is acquiring @Taulia. Together we’ll help customers optimize working capital management and gain more financial flexibility and stability. Learn more here: https://t.co/yRlsG8Fm1S pic.twitter.com/bmt1EoTpmN — SAP Ariba (@SAPAriba) January 27, […]
Varjo Debuts Reality Cloud Metaverse Solution
In this session we discuss the following: 1) Varjo’s latest global streaming update for the Varjo Reality Cloud 2) Why the Varjo Reality Cloud will be an instrumental tool in developing future Metaverse platforms 3) The Metaverse and how it could develop Click here to access the full transcript, and if you’re looking for more […]
The Sandbox Pledges $50m to Metaverse Startups
The Sandbox, a community-driven eCommerce Metaverse, announced this week a programme to support startups seeking to develop solutions on its platform. We are thrilled to announce the launch of The Sandbox Metaverse Accelerator Program, in partnership with @1Thesandbox – a dedicated @LaunchpadLuna track to invest USD$50M to 100 startups that are enhancing the open metaverse! […]
RIP Oculus: Meta Confirms Oculus As Meta Quest 2
Oculus headset fans are ‘mourning’ the loss of the device’s longstanding brand name as Meta Platforms Inc, the parent company of the virtual reality (VR) manufacturer, has changed it to the Meta Quest 2. In a tweet on Wednesday, the world’s top-selling consumer VR headset rebranded to the Meta Quest 2, reflecting a list of […]
Crypto and the Future of Business: A Primer
Curious about how Web 3.0 will affect businesses? Wondering why your business should pay attention? To dig deeper into the impact of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), social tokens, decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), and the metaverse on creators, entrepreneurs, and marketers. I interview Joel Comm.
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Twitter Shares New Insights into the Rising K-Pop Discussion in the App [Infographic]
The K-pop discussion on Twitter continued to rise in 2021.
Twitter Shares New Insights into Rising Discussion Around the NFL Playoffs [Infographic]
Looking to link into the rising discussion around the Super Bowl? Check out these new insights from Twitter.
Snapchat Renews Content Deals with Disney, Viacom and NBCUniversal, Securing Exclusive Programming for the Platorm
The new deals will see Snapchat continue to air exclusive, publisher-originated content in Discover.
LinkedIn Announces the Retirement of its LinkedIn Lite App
As more users switch over the full version, LinkedIn’s removing its pared-back variation.
Meta’s New AI Supercomputer Could Help Improve Its VR & AR Tracking
Meta claims its new AI supercomputer will be the fastest in the world.
The company says RSC will “create more accurate AI models for our existing services” and “enable completely new user experiences, especially in the metaverse”.
Zenith Review-In-Progress: A VR MMO That Delivers?
Zenith might be a more traditional take on the VR MMO than you’re expecting, but it’s got some great ideas and foundations to help it go the distance.
Here’s the beginnings of our review, with more to come!
Lost Recipes Review: A Refreshing, Relaxing & Educational Take On VR Cooking
Lost Recipes is out now on Meta Quest, but does it find the right mix of ingredients or all go up in flames? Here’s our full review,
Prioritizing Team Connection During a Pandemic
According to the 2021 State of Marketing report, 75% percent of marketers say the pandemic has permanently shifted how they collaborate and communicate at work. Now whether this is good or bad is what I would like to share and discuss with you. In life, I naturally chose the positive side of things and live […]
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