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Y-12 National Security Complex and HaptX partner to advance U.S. Government training missions

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Groundbreaking glovebox training application leverages virtual reality and multi-user haptics On Sept. 14, 2023, HaptX announced a Memorandum of Understanding with Consolidated Nuclear Security (CNS), to collaboratively advance virtual reality technology and speed its use to support U.S. Government training missions.

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Glossary: The Metaverse and its Key Components

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.” To understand the technology better, here is a quick introduction to the top Metaverse components, ideas, and technologies: Metaverse Avatars are a user’s digital embodiment in a virtual environment or game world, and may include hyper-realistic 3D representations powered by artificial intelligence (AI).

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10 Top Use Cases of Blockchain in Virtual Reality

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Blockchain can enable secure, transparent, and decentralized transactions for virtual reality commerce, as well as provide a more stable and reliable virtual currency system. This can enable community-driven development and decision-making in virtual worlds.

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Taking Action Against Serious Crimes In The Metaverse

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We’ve already seen several reports of women coming forward to report that they were virtually groped while visiting a VR social platform. It’s possible to feel threatened by other people in a virtual experience. Haptic feedback lets you feel it when someone touches you in a virtual environment. Credit: Meta.

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Web3 Presents New Opportunities and Models, says Lloyd’s Fintech Investment Director

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Nike Digital developed the service with Roblox, providing users with a virtual environment that detects user movement with a smartphone’s AR hardware and accelerometers. Financial institutions, central banks and governments are looking at this together to understand what this could mean.

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Can Virtual Reality Inspire Climate Action?

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But at this point in time, any potential solution is welcome — even virtual reality. As governments continue to snub the calls for greater climate action, it is up to us to pursue solutions that make a difference. The question is: can virtual reality support our efforts? Virtual Reality Applications for Climate Action.

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Feel Rain Fall In VR With Full-Body TESLASUIT

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” “TESLASUIT brings the next level of immersion for users allowing for the first time ever to feel Somnium Space’s virtual environment,” Sychov adds, “We are excited to deliver this exclusive and strategic partnership with TESLASUIT team and to work closely together in order to push the boundaries of what is possible further.”. “We

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