As 2023 draws to a close, the metaverse is a testament to human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of technological advancement. This year, the industry witnessed the metaverse evolve from a buzzword into a multifaceted digital ecosystem, redefining interaction, work,
In the latest development for the 3D design and visual effects (VFX) industry, Foundry’s release of Nuke, a compositing tool, brings enhanced support for Open Universal Scene Description (OpenUSD). OpenUSD, initially developed by Pixar, has evolved beyond its animation roots,
Meta has updated its VR framework to include tongue movement tracking for avatars. This development is part of the company’s efforts to enhance facial recognition capabilities within virtual reality, aiming to offer more lifelike avatars through accurate representation of speech
The emergence of metaverse casinos is ushering in immersive gaming experiences. Powered by blockchain technology and enhanced by Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR), metaverse casinos are changing how people engage with casino games, blending the virtual and real
Sword Art Online (SAO), a Japanese light novel and anime series, has become a cultural phenomenon, presenting a gripping narrative where virtual reality (VR) gaming intertwines with life-and-death stakes. According to a recent report, Sword Art Online, a creation of
BharatBox, the Indian destination within The Sandbox metaverse, has collaborated with Mythoverse to bring the timeless epic, Mahabharata, to life in an immersive digital experience. This celestial alliance signifies a stride in digital storytelling, blending ancient Indian lore with the
The Metaverse Architecture Biennale (MAB) recently concluded, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of architectural practices. This event, organized by Search Space, Metancy, and W3rlds, welcomed prestigious firms such as Zaha Hadid Architects, Spaces DAO, iheartblob, and PLP Architecture.
UK tech startup Freeaim Technologies is testing wearable shoes that enable users to walk “infinite distances in virtual reality (VR) in any direction” while staying within a small play space. Dubbed ‘Freeaim VR Shoes,’ the device uses AI-powered motorized treadmills
Meta, the tech firm formerly known as Facebook, is adding artificial intelligence to its Ray-Ban smart glasses, taking wearable technology to the next level. The company flaunted its Meta AI chatbot in a blog post, which can now see, hear,
Indian media group ABP Network’s newly launched Election Centre Metaverse recorded more than 25,000 users worldwide in around 500 so-called “parallel rooms” once counting of votes began and results started trickling in, the company announced. India, the world’s most populous
The celebrated Miami Art Week is experiencing a remarkable evolution as the metaverse introduces a fresh perspective on art. M-ART is central to this shift, a digital art showcase from Dec. 7 to 10. This event, born from a collaboration
BBC Earth is exploring new ways to present wildlife content by maintaining its ‘Feel Alive’ ethos while venturing into virtual environments within the metaverse. This approach offers a different perspective on wildlife, potentially enriching viewers’ understanding and appreciation of natural
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