Tag Archives: Extended Reality

EQT Foundation Supports Hong Kong Healthtech Innovator Syngular in Revolutionizing Surgical Precision with AI and XR

(IN BRIEF) EQT Foundation has invested €100,000 in Syngular Technology, a Hong Kong-based startup developing an AI- and AR-powered surgical guidance platform. The company’s system integrates extended reality and artificial intelligence to deliver real-time, spatially aware surgical support that enhances … Read the full press release

Pearson Opens London Innovation Lab to Pioneer AI and XR‑Powered Learning Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Pearson has launched a global innovation Lab in its London headquarters to spearhead research and development in Generative AI, immersive learning, and extended reality. Led by CTO Dave Treat, the Lab will co‑develop scalable educational solutions with customers … Read the full press release

Global Survey Shows Rising Public Demand for Virtual Reality Access to Museum Collections

(IN BRIEF) A global survey conducted as part of the University of Glasgow’s Museums in the Metaverse (MiM) project has revealed strong public interest in using virtual reality (VR) and extended reality (XR) technologies to explore museum collections, especially those … Read the full press release

The European companies at MWC Barcelona 2024: AI, 5G, VR, XR, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Entertainment, etc.

(IN BRIEF) At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2024, European companies showcased a wide array of innovations and strategic partnerships that underscored their commitment to driving digital transformation and enhancing connectivity across various sectors. The key topics discussed by … Read the full press release

Vodafone Introduces Next-Gen XR Experience with HyperRealityHub at MWC 2024

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone introduces HyperRealityHub and 5G Network advancements at Mobile World Congress 2024. The HyperRealityHub offers lightweight glasses and shared immersive experiences, while the upgraded 5G Network in a Box provides enhanced processing power and portability. Additionally, Vodafone unveils … Read the full press release

Open RAN Revolution: Vodafone and Nokia Lead Italy’s Digital Autonomy Drive

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone and Nokia have announced plans to launch Italy’s first commercial 5G Open Radio Access Network (RAN) pilot, signaling a strengthening of their partnership. This initiative aims to create an open platform for independent software providers, startups, and … Read the full press release

Abu Dhabi Welcomes First Annual Meeting of Global XR Management Community, Hosted by INSEAD

(IN BRIEF) INSEAD, a leading business school, hosted the first Annual Meeting of the Global XR Management Community with support from the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). The event brought together 42 academics from 24 international institutions … Read the full press release