Virtual Reality (VR) stories
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.
Distributed cloud market to surge USD $15.5 billion by 2034
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storage
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smartphones
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hybrid cloud
Future Market Insights predicts the distributed cloud market to grow at 10.3% annually, from USD $5.8 billion in 2024 to USD $15.5 billion by 2034, driven by IoT and edge computing.
Optic Security Group promotes Vicki Barber to key director role
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biometrics
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cx
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martech
Optic Security Group announces Vicki Barber's promotion to Group Brand Strategy and Innovation Director, leading a new division with top hires, including Vlado Damjanovski and Nicholas Dynon.
Millennials most likely to quit jobs despite regular manager talks
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it training
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ai
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ar, vr & metaverse
A new report highlights a growing disconnect between UK employees and employers, with Millennials feeling most unsupported.
Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable to release on Meta Quest
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ar, vr & metaverse
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social media
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early access
Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable" is set to launch on July 23, 2024, for Meta Quest Pro, 2, and 3. Fans of the iconic manga can now immerse themselves in its thrilling universe through an intense first-person VR experience.
Snapchat & Selfridges unveil AR Locker Room for Sportopia
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ar, vr & metaverse
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london
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shopping
Snapchat and Selfridges unveil an AR Locker Room at Selfridges Oxford Street, blending tech and retail for an immersive sports experience this summer.
Game review: Kayak VR: Mirage Soča Valley DLC (PlayStation VR2/PC VR)
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The first DLC for Kayak VR: Mirage, Soča Valley, brings a beautiful Slovakian environment and white-water challenges to both PlayStation VR2 and PC VR.
Mitel expands virtual care services to seven European countries
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ar, vr & metaverse
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mitel
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frost & sullivan
Mitel expands its Virtual Care and Collaboration Service to seven new European markets, including the UK, enhancing patient care with secure, seamless communication solutions.
Edge data centre growth being driven by IoT and 5G tech trends
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gaming
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smart cities
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edge computing
Edge data centres, situated closer to users and devices, are revolutionising the digital ecosystem by improving efficiency, reducing latency, and enhancing real-time data processing.
Mentor Group unveils VR tool to boost sales training
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it training
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ar, vr & metaverse
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pc tools
Mentor Group has launched a VR training tool that boosts sales skill retention by 75%, offering immersive, customisable scenarios via wearable headsets.
NCS Australia appoints Nikita Atkins as new AI Lead
Last month
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data science
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ai
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cleantech
NCS Australia appoints Nikita Atkins as AI Lead, enhancing its AI capabilities and driving innovation-led growth across the Asia-Pacific region.
Computex 2024 success draws global tech leaders & innovation
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cleantech
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ar, vr & metaverse
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sustainability
Computex 2024 concluded successfully, drawing 85,179 ICT professionals globally and featuring innovations like AI-integrated PCs, smart mobility, and metaverse tech.
Zoho announces major developments to enhance productivity
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data protection
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dlp
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risk & compliance
Zoho has unveiled major updates to its collaboration tools, to enhance productivity and workflow amid a major migration boost from rivals.
How Ed Husic’s proposal could encourage AI & automation investment
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drones
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robots
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ai
Australian CEOs support Ed Husic’s tax cut proposal for AI and automation, eyeing reduced costs and shifts to local manufacturing as crucial benefits.
Kinly appoints Mark Faugstad to drive immersive innovation
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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ar, vr & metaverse
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ar
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vr
Kinly names Mark Faugstad as Product and Business Development Manager for Immersive Collaboration, enhancing its innovation team with his extensive XR industry expertise.
Endava: ESG & AI dominate digital priorities in 2024
Thu, 16th May 2024
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iot
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data analytics
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esg
Endava report reveals AI and ESG as top digital priorities for business, emphasising technologies that offer immediate benefits amid tech sector uncertainty.
SailGP to share LiveLineFX tech with other sports organisations
Fri, 10th May 2024
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ar, vr & metaverse
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esports
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ar
SailGP is set to share its innovative LiveLineFX production system, designed for detailed understanding of yacht racing, with other sports organisations to enhance viewer experience.
TeamViewer & Manhattan Associates form tech alliance for global logistics
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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ar, vr & metaverse
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supply chain systems
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manhattan associates
Global tech provider TeamViewer partners with logistics leader Manhattan Associates to digitise warehouse operations worldwide, revolutionising the sector with vision picking technology.
UK consumers prioritising price over brand loyalty
Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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martech
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cx
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cleantech
A report by ServiceNow finds cost as the primary driver of UK consumer brand loyalty, with 67% being less brand loyal than two years ago.
Open source vulnerabilities will hamper the next generation of the web
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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martech
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ecm
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open source
Open source flaws threaten to destabilise the development of new web innovations, such as Web 3.0 and the metaverse, according to a survey by global content management system provider, Forrit.
Survey reveals internet chaos could hinder transition to Web 3.0
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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fintechs
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financial systems
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ar, vr & metaverse
On its 31st anniversary, concerns plague the World Wide Web's transition to Web 3.0 and the metaverse, with businesses citing chaotic internet conditions as a key barrier.