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A Complete Guide to Virtual Reality

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Of all of the various forms of extended reality (XR), virtual reality (VR), is the most familiar. The technology allows people to create ‘virtual’ landscapes and environments that simulate the real world. billion in 2028, revealing just how intrigued investors are in developing the emerging technology.

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What is INTERPOL’s Metaverse Law Enforcement Strategy?

XR Today - Virtual Reality

At the event, General Assembly delegates and representatives entered the virtual recreation using Meta Quest virtual reality (VR) headsets and personal avatars. In addition to touring the virtual twin of its Lyon-based headquarters, INTERPOL’s metaverse allows visitors to interact with the avatars of police officers.

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Which Countries Have the Top Metaverse Strategies? 

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After all, many Korean citizens adore technology. The Mayor of Seoul unveiled a new virtual version of Seoul in the metaverse, which allows users to access various resources and public services in a virtual reality landscape. Here are some of the top countries championing the metaverse today.

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Seongnam to Offer ‘Digital Twin’ City, NFT Citizenship

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According to the programme, Seongnam will leverage digital transformation and blockchain technologies as the nation bids to become a major global Metaverse and Web3 hub by 2025. Prior to this, Barbados became the first country in the world to open a Metaverse embassy to promote tourism and consulate services globally.

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SuperWorld & Disaster Fighters: A Social Impact Project with NFTs

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Using blockchain technology, all NFT sales can be traced from the buyer to the country that benefits, with all proceeds going to CDEMA and local emergency agencies. Kitts and Nevis); along with Dwayne DJ Bravo , Darren Ganga and Stacy Ann King (Trinidad), among others. Telegram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Website Don’t forget to give us your ??

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4 Ways Governments May Adopt (Or Respond To) The Metaverse

Bernard Marr

Governments aren’t always quick on the draw when it comes to adopting new technologies. But I am seeing some interesting examples of governments showing up in the metaverse and adopting metaverse-related technologies, such as virtual reality and digital twins. Quite possibly.

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Is XR ‘Taking Off’ for the Commercial Aviation Industry?

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According to Allied Market Research, augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) aviation markets are expected to reach $23.6 Additional emerging technologies will identify and access commercial aviation passengers for data privacy and added security at the facility.