The metaverse has now entered... intensive care
Meta announces significant changes that put Mark Zuckerberg's vision for an immersive digital metaverse into a state of 'artificial support.'
Alejandro González Iñárritu: "We see how Babylon is crumbling. Capitalism without democracy, something terrifying"
Mexican filmmaker Alejandro González Iñárritu discusses his virtual reality installation "Carne y arena" at an event in Bilbao, emphasizing the harsh realities of immigration and the terrifying aspects of capitalism without democracy.
Echoes, by Soda Stereo: why it is a great show and what it lacks to be an emotional concert
The article discusses the new show 'Echoes' by Soda Stereo, which integrates AI to bring a virtual presence of the late Gustavo Cerati.
Praia Grande acquires virtual reality glasses for municipal education network
The municipal government of Praia Grande, Brazil, has purchased 12 units of virtual reality glasses for environmental education activities in local schools.
The Long Goodbye of the Metaverse, Zuckerberg's Dream
Meta has shifted its focus away from the metaverse due to recent layoffs and changes in access guidelines for its virtual reality applications.
The Last Fortress: the virtual reality experience that makes the Middle Ages real without leaving Buenos Aires
A new immersive experience in Buenos Aires allows visitors to journey back to the 14th century through a virtual reality adventure that combines history and technology.
VIDEOS: GR2 from Friday, March 20
Dario Durigan claims the impact of the war will be minimal, following his voting in a virtual plenary session.
Alejandro González Iñárritu: "Immigrants are extremely subversive; their suffering appeals to us all"
Mexican director Alejandro González Iñárritu highlighted the subversive nature of immigrants through their shared suffering, linking it to broader systemic deficiencies in society.
Collien Fernandes: What is a 'virtual rape'?
Collien Fernandes has accused her ex-husband, Christian Ulmen, of 'virtual rape,' a term that describes sexual violations occurring in digital spaces.
‘People are evil’: elderly woman reports depression after falling for virtual scams in Piracicaba
An elderly woman from Piracicaba, Brazil, suffers from depression after losing money to multiple virtual scams, highlighting the vulnerability of seniors to such crimes.
Sorocaba Condominium Targeted in Police and MP Operation Against Virtual Casino Platforms
A luxury condominium in Wanel Ville, Sorocaba, was the focus of a police operation against illegal online gambling platforms.
Soda Stereo Ecos at the Movistar Arena: all about the shows on March 21 and 22 and the band's return with a virtual Gustavo Cerati
Soda Stereo will return to the stage for a groundbreaking show in Buenos Aires featuring the late Gustavo Cerati in a virtual format.
Oscar-winning director fundraises to help animals impacted by war in Ukraine
Chloe Zhao, an Oscar-winning director, is fundraising to assist animals affected by the war in Ukraine through an initiative that offers contributors a chance to have a virtual tea with her.
A precautionary measure was issued in favor of a retiree who was a victim of a virtual banking scam
A court in Argentina ordered Banco Provincia to stop any debits from the account of a retiree who was scammed online.
Virtual auction by Justice Court offers 580 vehicles with bids starting at 1,500
A virtual auction by the Goiás State Court of Justice in Brazil will offer 580 vehicles for bidding, with starting bids ranging from R$ 1,500 for motorcycles to R$ 165,000 for luxury cars.
VDU invites teachers to participate in virtual seminars
VDU is inviting teachers to take part in virtual seminars aimed at sharing experiences and enhancing academic insights.
Zuckerberg's ₹6.5 trillion mistake? Company retreats after pouring money into the metaverse
Meta has decided to shut down its Horizon Worlds metaverse platform, signaling a retreat from its ambitious metaverse vision that CEO Mark Zuckerberg had once touted as the future of the internet.
‘Digital Village’ for the Disabled Opens in Cheongju to Experience Jobs, Play, and Rehabilitation in Virtual Reality
A new facility called ‘Digital Village’ has been opened in Cheongju, enabling disabled individuals to engage in job training, recreational activities, and rehabilitation using digital content like VR and AR.
Gorillaz: 'I think we lean towards socialism. We are 100% left-wing'
Gorillaz, the virtual band created by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett, has expressed its strong left-wing political stance in light of their new album 'The Mountain.'
A virtual little fly that behaves like a real one
Researchers have created a computer model that simulates the behavior of a fruit fly by connecting a detailed map of its brain to its physical movements in a virtual environment.
From Cheops to Carcassonne: a new epic adventure in the Buenos Aires virtual reality pole
The Frers Pavilion in La Rural is launching a new immersive virtual reality experience focusing on the Middle Ages, further establishing itself as a cultural and technological hub in Buenos Aires.
The Expansion of the ECA to the Virtual World
The article discusses the need to update Brazil's Statute of the Child and Adolescent (ECA) to address contemporary challenges in protecting children in the digital age.
Drowned $80 billion and the end of Zuckerberg's dreams. Meta withdraws from a key project
Meta has announced a significant pivot away from its original vision of the metaverse, limiting its investments and support for virtual reality.
Goodbye metaverse: Horizon Worlds departs from Quest glasses and Meta will focus on mobile apps
Meta has announced the discontinuation of Horizon Worlds on its Quest VR headsets, shifting its focus towards mobile applications.
Hamnet director Chloé Zhao raises funds for animal rescuers in Kharkiv
Chloé Zhao is hosting a virtual tea auction to support animal rescuers in Kharkiv affected by the war.
Zbrojovka fans head to the elections in Brno to save the stadium. They are raising funds through virtual tickets
Fans of Zbrojovka are mobilizing to support their local football stadium during the upcoming elections by fundraising through virtual tickets.
Virtual Asset Exchange Established in Myeongdong Office Buildings… Money Laundering Organization Caught Embezzling Phishing Profits
A money laundering organization that colluded with voice phishing groups has been arrested by the police for embezzling criminal profits into virtual assets in Myeongdong.
Court condemns Recife councilman for inciting 'virtual lynching' and exposing internet user who commented on Charlie Kirk's death
A Recife councilman was found guilty of inciting a virtual lynching by publicly sharing the identity of a social media user who commented negatively about the death of activist Charlie Kirk.
Brussels launches the EU Inc model, a virtual regime to create companies in 48 hours for 100 euros across the EU
The European Commission has introduced the EU Inc model, enabling the creation of companies within 48 hours at a cost of 100 euros, aimed at enhancing the single market by reducing administrative barriers.
A virtual EU country is being created. It will allow businesses to operate under the same rules in the Union
The article discusses the creation of a virtual EU country aimed at standardizing business regulations across the Union.
The 'Guernica' in Virtual Reality: Paris Explores the History of Picasso's Famous Painting
The Picasso Museum in Paris presents a five-month virtual reality experience dedicated to Picasso's 'Guernica', tracing the journey of the painting from its commission to its installation in Madrid's Reina Sofía Museum.
Business Ticker: Losses in the Billions - Facebook's Parent Company Meta Abandons VR World Horizon Worlds
Meta has announced the closure of its virtual reality platform Horizon Worlds, citing extensive financial losses.
Marta Jakowluk: Everyone Can Have a 'Virtual Assistant' Today
The article discusses the implications of the AI Act on employment and hiring processes in Poland, highlighting the requirement for human decision-making in recruitment to prevent discrimination.
PSDB gathers leaders to prepare for this year's campaign
The Brazilian PSDB party is organizing a virtual seminar to discuss strategies for the upcoming electoral campaign.
Man arrested in Pernambuco suspected of virtual sexual crimes against a 9-year-old child in MA
A 23-year-old man was arrested in Pernambuco, Brazil, on suspicion of committing virtual sexual crimes against a 9-year-old child living in Maranhão.
VR Glasses in the Hospital: Operation Enlightenment
Virtual reality (VR) glasses are being used in hospitals to inform patients about anesthesia risks and to help them prepare for surgery.
Dimitris Maramis: "...strong resistance to this entire virtual world of illusions..."
Composer Dimitris Maramis is set to present a major concert featuring key musical pieces from his four theatrical works, with proceeds supporting scholarships.
Game Companies Crossing Limits with Physical AI in the Virtual World
Korean game companies are venturing into new businesses to adapt to the era of physical AI by leveraging their unique strengths in creating virtual environments.
You can ride the Tour de France even at home in your living room. It's definitely not easy
The article discusses the challenges of experiencing the Tour de France from home, especially in the context of using virtual bike riding tools.
The fly that lives in a simulation: how the latest viral hoax about AI was born
The article critiques the viral narratives surrounding artificial intelligence that suggest we live in a simulation, highlighting the absurdity of such claims exemplified by a recent story about a fly's brain being transferred to a virtual world.
Abert condemns threats and virtual attacks on journalists covering Bolsonaro's hospitalization
The Brazilian Association of Radio and Television Broadcasters (Abert) strongly condemned threats and virtual attacks directed at journalists covering the hospitalization of former president Jair Bolsonaro.
Creative Director Rein Zobel of Bootstrap Island: I wanted to convey the feeling of reading adventure stories
Rein Zobel, the creative director of the virtual reality game 'Bootstrap Island', expressed his desire to replicate the feeling of reading adventure stories from childhood in the gameplay.
Alert of virtual scam: a fake email from ARCA requests payments for a supposed purchase abroad
The ARCA agency warns of a sophisticated phishing scam that involves a fake email asking for payments related to a non-existent purchase.
Mendonça and Fux vote to keep Vorcaro, from Master, in jail
Ministers André Mendonça and Luiz Fux voted to maintain the preventive detention of Daniel Vorcaro from Banco Master during a virtual session of Brazil's Supreme Court.
Virtual Casino: Police Investigate Network of Influencers and Seize Cars, Jewelry, and Money from Online Gambling Scheme in the Piracicaba Region
Brazilian police have launched an investigation into a network of influencers involved in promoting illegal online casinos, resulting in substantial seizures in the Piracicaba region.
Civil Police investigates resident of SP for attacks on social media against the first lady of DF
The Civil Police of Piracicaba is investigating a man for virtual attacks against the first lady of the Federal District.
PM Modi in Assam - Congress has endangered bread, daughters, and soil
In a virtual address to the people of Assam, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the state's journey towards peace and development while criticizing Congress for jeopardizing key aspects of local life.
You too can become Robinson Crusoe: An adventurous video game developed in Estonia aims to conquer the world
The Estonian-developed virtual reality game "Bootstrap Island" has officially launched on the Steam platform, allowing players to experience survival on a mysterious tropical island.
Woman faces a choir singing virtual insults in a musical play at MITsp
The theatrical piece 'Vigiada e Punida' at MITsp transforms online insults directed at artist Safia Nolin into a musical confrontation.
How Pokémon taught Aussie insect fans how to catch 'em all
Pokémon has significantly influenced Australian entomology by engaging citizens in virtual science, reflecting its creator's childhood fascination with insects.