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DeFi blockchain ecosystem powered by facial recognition becomes Aus first

BAXE, IDEMIA, and Haventec have partnered to launch a decentralised blockchain ecosystem using facial authentication for identity verification in Australia. .

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022

Gaming

Virtual reality investment explodes in 2021 - report

Private UK fundraising in the virtual reality sector hit a record high, with over £150m raised this year, a 72% increase from 2020.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jan 2022

Supply Chain

2022 will see increasing AI role in augmented and virtual reality

Artificial intelligence will play an increasing role in augmented and virtual reality in 2022, according to ABI Research.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jan 2022

Internet of Things

Xerox and Oracle partner to help new ventures launch fast, with a focus on 3D printing, IoT, and AR

Xerox has signed a multi-year deal with Oracle to provide cloud-computing infrastructure and software focusing on 3D printing and IoT.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Dec 2021

Cybersecurity

Kaspersky develops cybersecurity policy for bionic devices

Kaspersky launches comprehensive cybersecurity policy to address the security risks posed by human augmentation technology in the workplace.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Dec 2021

AR, VR & Metaverse

BREAKING: Facebook rebrands to Meta, Zuckerberg unveils 'metaverse'

Mark Zuckerberg unveils Facebook's vision for the 'metaverse' and announces the company's rebranding as Meta. #Metaverse #FacebookRebranding.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Oct 2021

Software Development

Startup's AR packaging 'wows' pharmaceuticals giant Bayer

An Australian startup has created 'holographic' packaging that uses augmented reality (AR) to display an interactive virtual display and a holographic person.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Oct 2021

AR, VR & Metaverse

New remote tech support solution using live AR overlays

ABB Electrification's Service business has announced new solutions that provide interactive remote support using immersive extended reality.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Sep 2021

AR, VR & Metaverse

A peek inside the world of LEGO VIDIYO

LEGO's VIDIYO range combines augmented reality, music, and physical bricks to create the ultimate music video experience for kids.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Mon, 21st Jun 2021

AR, VR & Metaverse

Virtual shopping, augmented reality could soon replace tactile shopping - study

New Zealanders still prefer in-store shopping despite rise in online sales due to COVID-19, says Toluna study.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Apr 2021

Robotics

Think 5G for business innovation is out of your company's reach? Think again

Australia Embraces Innovation with 5G Technology: Opportunities and Benefits for Various Industries. Government grants available.

By Gavin Wilson • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Mar 2021

Digital Entertainment

LEGO's minifigs & AR turn kids into music video masters

LEGO VIDIYO combines augmented reality and music to let kids create their own music videos using LEGO minifigures and Universal's music.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2021

AR, VR & Metaverse

IDTechEx: AR/VR/MR market to reach US$30 billion by 2030

This market will impact many different industries and future innovations will continue its growth in the wearables market.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Jan 2021

Wearables

Lenovo announces smart glasses and OLED for Yoga 7i Pro

Lenovo unveils its ThinkReality A3 smart glasses and OLED display upgrade for the Yoga Slim 7i Pro at CES. #Lenovo #CES2021 #smartglasses #OLED.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Jan 2021

Unified Communications

Samsung and IBM announce massive collaboration

Together, the companies intend to explore new 5G, edge and hybrid cloud solutions to improve operational efficiency, safety, and flexibility for the enterprise.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Dec 2020

AR, VR & Metaverse

AR and VR presents huge potential for construction industry, but businesses slow to adopt

Despite enormous potential, construction firms are lagging in adopting AR and VR technologies due to concerns like bulky headsets and harsh jobsite conditions.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Nov 2020