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RealTime AR is proud to announce its participation in GITEX Asia 2025, the region’s most anticipated tech showcase, taking place from April 23–25, 2025 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. As a leading provider of AR solutions, we’ll be exhibiting at Pod HB-S166, where attendees can experience firsthand how our wearable AR technology is transforming frontline industries through real-time collaboration, guided workflows, and enhanced productivity.
GITEX Asia, powered by the 44-year legacy of GITEX GLOBAL, is a powerhouse platform for cutting-edge advancements in AI, cybersecurity, health tech, quantum computing, and beyond. With over 700+ global tech companies and startups, 25,000+ buyers, and 250+ investors converging in one space, RealTime AR is seizing this opportunity to connect with decision-makers, explore strategic partnerships, and unlock new markets across Asia’s booming digital economy.
We’re not just exhibiting — we’re showcasing ROI in action. From reducing downtime and training costs to improving operational safety and efficiency, our AR solutions are built for real-world results. Join us at GITEX Asia and see how we’re enabling the future of work, today.
Get your FREE Visitor Pass: https://bit.ly/4l0fWAe
Your Website URL: http://realtimear.com
VRARA NYC
We’re hosting a creative XR Industry gathering celebrating immersive storytelling, design & emotionally resonant production.
This is an intimate, in-person evening bringing together a curated group of VR/AR creatives: directors, designers, developers, performers, and producers exploring the depth of narrative and worldbuilding in immersive media.
Whether you’re showcasing a project or experiencing it, this night is built for creative exchange.
Register HERE
This will be an interesting session providing great insight from a commercially successful company migrating a product from the consumer and enterprise space into Defense. Many companies start the opposite, transitioning from grant or SBIR federal funding out into the commercial sector.
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About Jan Goetgeluk
Jan Goetgeluk is the founder and CEO of Virtuix and the inventor of the Omni, the world’s first omni-directional treadmill that lets users walk and run in 360 degrees inside videogames and other virtualreality worlds. To date, Virtuix has shipped over $20 million worth of products, primarily to commercial entertainment customers including Dave & Buster’s, and they’ve built a fast-growing community of over 400,000 registered players. In 2025, Virtuix unveiled Omni Mission Trainer (OMT), a mixed-reality training system that lets 12+ soldiers move around freely and without boundaries inside a virtual training environment while seeing and using their actual weapons and equipment. Virtuix has raised more than $40MM from private and institutional investors, including Mark Cuban, twelve venture capital funds, and two strategic investors.
Prior to founding Virtuix, Jan was an Investment Banking Associate with JP Morgan in Houston and New York. He holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Ghent in Belgium, and an MBA from Rice University in Houston, Texas.
Learn how enterprise teams could accelerate HMI design and validation using View R, an XR validation tool developed by South Korean startup Byond R, now optimized for Apple Vision Pro. In this session, William Sohn walks through practical automotive use cases, immersive UX workflows, and explains how View R bridges the gap between creative design, precise development, and confident decision-making using XR.
Industrial Use Case 1: Automotive HMI Validation
Show how HMI is used to simulate and test in-vehicle UI experiences with simple tools in XR
Stakeholder collaboration in cockpit mockups using AVP
Industrial Use Case 2: Virtual Early Validation of UX & HMI Concepts
Enable design and engineering teams to validate interface logic, layout, and user flow early in the process
Reduce costly prototyping cycles by catching issues before physical implementation
Support multi-stakeholder review in shared immersive cockpit environments
Powered by a built-in middleware layer, View R automates the conversion of 3D formats like FBX, USD, and STEP—enabling teams to rapidly import and validate 3D files.
Core Layer:
Apple Vision Pro-based prototyping
How View R runs as a portable tool for UI/UX teams and design stakeholders
Speakers:
William Sohn: U.S. Director of, Byond R. William leads Byond R’s U.S. expansion, connecting immersive XR technology to practical enterprise adoption. While not a developer himself, William A firm believer in the transformative potential of virtual and augmented spaces, William’s focus is on empowering businesses to seamlessly integrate XR into their workflows—bridging vision, usability, and impact.
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🚨 You're Invited! 🚨
Join us on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 as the VR/AR Association Silicon Valley Chapter hosts an OPEN HOUSE at San Francisco State University to celebrate the launch of the Reality Experience Design Lab (RED Lab), led by the incredible Dr. Sanika Doolani 💫.
Located in Thornton Hall 218, the RED Lab will be a new creative and tech-forward space welcoming #SFSU students this fall — focused on bringing the latest #VR and #AR innovations to life! 🙌
📍 Location: San Francisco State University – RED Lab, Thornton Hall 218
📅 Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2025
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📧 RSVP: SV@TheVRARA.com
Come network, explore emerging immersive tech, and experience firsthand the next generation of spatial computing and design. Let’s build the future—together! 🚀
#VRARA #REDLab #ImmersiveTech #SpatialComputing #XRInnovation #VR #AR #SFSU #SiliconValley
STACKxDays will bring together senior developers, imagineers, architects, and engineers at UC San Diego Park & Market to explore the future of AI and XR.
This is not just another tech event—it is an immersive, hands-on experience designed to spark innovation, collaboration, and meaningful discussions.
What to expect:
🔹 Cutting-edge AI & XR workshops led by top developers
🔹 Thought-provoking talks on the Mindset Stage and technical panels
🔹 Art+Code installations showcasing the intersection of creativity and technology
🔹 Concierge Networking & Braindates to connect with industry leaders
🔹 The Night Summit—San Diego’s best tacos, mezcal tastings, and a GenAI film night
STACKxDays is built for those shaping the future of AI & XR—the leaders, builders, and visionaries driving enterprise innovation and launching groundbreaking products.
See our website stackxdays.com and please contact kris@thevrara.com if you are interested in our Workshops, Talks, Brain Date Networking, and or Nite Summit Fun!
The VRARA Atlanta Chapter and KSU invite you to the 2nd Annual Shaping ATL XR Symposium!
Join us for an exciting evening featuring a real-world enterprise Metaverse case study, interactive fireside chat, and live demos highlighting spatial computing and emerging technologies.
Network with Atlanta’s top AR/VR experts from industry-leading government contractors, experiential agencies, and enterprise tech labs. Discover innovative use cases, explore exciting career opportunities, and help shape the future of XR in Atlanta!
Engage with hands-on demos, strategic client showcases, and a community of XR thought leaders, developers, and enthusiasts.
Admission includes complimentary pizza and non-alcoholic beverages. Entry is free for VRARA members and KSU students/faculty, with discounted entry available to XR Atlanta and Marietta XR members. General admission tickets are limited—reserve your spot early!
About our venue - KSU Center is located at 3333 Busbee Drive Northwest, Kennesaw, GA 30144. When you arrive, parking is free.
Here's a rough agenda, so you have a good idea of what to expect:
5:00 - 6:00 pm - Arrival/Networking/Demos
6 - 6:15 pm - Opening comments from Aaron French (Assistant Professor, KSU) and Adam Kornuth (President, VR/AR Association Atlanta Chapter & Senior Lead Technologist, Booz Allen Hamilton)
6:15 - 6:30 pm - KSU and ATL XR Spotlight with Aaron French, Drew Pearson (CEO, XR Dojo), Brannan Vitek (Founder, Apex Innovations), and Mary Hamzi (Immersion Lab, KSU)
6:30 - 7:00 pm - Fireside Chat + Q&A with Adam Kornuth, Kevin Sellors (CEO, Soapbox), Andrew Jamison (GM Special Projects, Immersive Display Solutions), Gustavo Sanabria (CEO, Captivatar), and Ricardo Olivo (Digital Capability Lead, North America, WPP)
7:00 - 7:45 pm - More Networking/Demos/Future Event Topic Requests
7:45 - 8:00 pm - Thank You/Wrap-Up
Don't miss out on this opportunity to help shape the future of XR. See you there!
- The VRARA Atlanta Chapter & KSU
In a rapidly evolving digital world, how can we preserve and pass down cultural heritage—not just for future generations but also for ourselves? AR/VR offers a powerful way to bridge the past and the future, transforming how we experience, interact with, and safeguard traditional culture. Through immersive interactive experiences, cultural heritage becomes more accessible, engaging, and dynamic—no longer confined to museums or textbooks but a living, evolving part of our daily lives.
Event Registration HERE
🙌 A huge shoutout to the incredible team making the 3rd Annual VR/AR Association (VRARA) Central Florida Immersive Technology Summit a reality!
These dedicated individuals are working hard behind the scenes to uphold this summit’s reputation as one of the best XR-focused conferences in the state — and maybe even in the industry. Their passion for immersive tech and building a thriving ecosystem is what makes this event so special.
We’re immensely grateful for the months of planning they’ve already poured into this. If you're attending, be sure to thank them in person!
🎉 Core Planning Team:
Candace Croughwell (TEKsystems) – Conference Chair
Ariane Fikki (VR/AR Association) – 2x Past Conference Chair
Carol Ann Dykes Logue (University of Central Florida)
Dr. Chris M. Libutti (Central Florida Tech Grove)
Fraser Bowie 🕶️ (Spatial Synergy)
Scot Kramarich – Producer
Sascha Goto – Product Manager
Camille Eldridge – Content Creator
🙏 And a very special thank you to our Chapter Advisory Board for helping guide both the chapter and this event:
David Stargel – Air Force Agency for Modeling & Simulation (AFAMS)
John Meyers – Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division
Paul A. Sohl – Florida High Tech Corridor
Neal Finkelstein – National Center For Simulation (NCS)
Sheena Fowler – InnovateOrlando.io
Kevin Carpenter, MBA – Siemens Energy
Haifa Raja Maamar, PhD – Full Sail University
Carol Ann Dykes Logue – University of Central Florida
Fraser Bowie – Spatial Synergy
Brett Ulander – Bluedrop USA, Inc
Tim Hill – Design Interactive, Inc.
Charlie Lewis – BlueWave Resource Partners
Robert Masson, MD – eXeX
Andy Smith – Halldale Group
Luis E. Garcia – PETE Learning
🎟️ REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/ey6c3t8t
Let’s make this year’s summit the best one yet!
#XR #VRARA #CentralFlorida #ImmersiveTech #Conference #Leadership #ThankYou #Volunteers #VR #AR #TechCommunity
Technology as a Force for Sustainability
The world is at a tipping point, and emerging technologies are redefining how we tackle climate challenges. How can AI, XR, and blockchain accelerate the transition to a more sustainable future?
Link: https://www.linkedin.com/events/technologyfortheplanet-ai-xrare7297982815424462848/
The world is at a tipping point, and emerging technologies are redefining how we tackle climate challenges. **How can AI, XR, and blockchain accelerate the transition to a more sustainable future?**
Join us for a thought-provoking Master Class where industry experts will unveil how mobility, energy, and education are evolving through sustainability-driven innovation.
What’s in it for you?
- Cutting-edge insights from experts
- Real-world success stories from leading industries
- Actionable strategies for businesses & entrepreneurs
- A chance to connect with changemakers and industry leaders
Let’s shape a greener, more sustainable world together!
The Master Class:
- AI for Sustainability – How artificial intelligence optimizes energy, waste management, and climate monitoring.
- XR & the Green Revolution – The role of extended reality (VR/AR) in sustainable education, remote work, and eco-friendly innovation.
- Blockchain & Transparency – Leveraging blockchain for carbon tracking, sustainable supply chains, and ethical business practices.
- Future of Green Mobility – Smart transportation, electrification, and AI-driven urban planning for a carbon-neutral future.
- Building a Climate-Resilient Economy – Strategies for businesses and entrepreneurs to integrate sustainability into their operations.
Apr 2, 2025, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM CET / Sweden | 11AM EST
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#Sustainability #AI #XR #Blockchain #Innovation #ClimateTech #GreenFuture
SPEAKERS and PROGRAM:
Ben Widdowson, Head of Marketing Immersive Engineering, Siemens - How XR will Enable the Future of Design and Manufacturing through Immersive Engineering. Discover how XR technologies are finally ready to revolutionize how we design and manufacture the products of the future. We'll explore real-world use cases across the automotive, aerospace, and consumer products industries, showcasing how XR is enhancing the design process and driving efficiency, innovation and collaboration. Join us to see how XR is reshaping these sectors and enabling the future through Immersive Engineering.
European Space Agency (ESA) - Space for XR: Learn how the European Space Agency is supporting XR technology in the domain of 5G/6G and non-terrestrial networks for a variety of use cases—from the energy sector, to medical, Industrial metaverse. Find out how your company could also benefit from ESA funding opportunities in the XR domain!
Silvio Ballerini, CEO, S-iBA Vision - Learn about the VIRTRACON, an interactive VR/AI learning platform that provides innovative, efficient and sustainable skill-building.
Olga Resnik , JOYA Team - Learn about is their optical systems development and engineering specializing in tailored XR solutions for smart glasses and experience in the development of more than 20 AR/VR headsets.
Matthew Connors, Volvo - No Truck, No Problem: Overcoming Distance with VR in the Volvo FH Aero New Product Launch.
Gabriele Zocchi, Hololight - Harnessing XR to Enhance Digital Twins for Greater Efficiency and Performance.
Sara Boss, VRdirect, and Johannes Buchmann, Siemens EHS - Innovate, Collaborate, Learn: Combining the Real and Digital Worlds with VR (360°)
Thijs de Vries, CEO, WarpVR - How agencies can benefit from an VR authoring platform.
Daniel Landau, CEO, AVRIS - Transforming Management Education with Immersive AI
Fabio Codebue, P-Soft – ARtego: AR Made Easy with a platform designed to simplify the creation and deployment of AR experiences.
Alberto Carlier, Virtualware - Scaling XR: Why Companies Need an Enterprise Software Platform
Carlos Ochoa, ONE Digital - Reimagining Immersive Edu: The Symphony of Senses, an innovative educational initiative launching in 2025 in Spanish schools. -
Pau Guardiola, UCAM - Spatial Education
Elisabetta Rotolo, MIAT - Creative Intelligence: The New Renaissance of Arts, Creativity, and Immersive Storytelling.
LUIS MANUEL FERNANDEZ POLA, Alvearium - Tourism 4.0: Technological Innovation at the Service of the Traveler
Tomas Sluka, CREAL -- It’s all about vision: Vision Care in the core of AR AR glasses are the next evolutionary stage of traditional eyewear.
ABOUT OUR EVENT
This will be a virtual LinkedIn Live event, duration three to four hours. . LinkedIn has 1 Billion users and more than 57M businesses are listed on LinkedIn, and our event will help elevate your brand and get you established as an authority in the industry. To speak and or sponsor, please email kris@thevrara.com
Our event last year, Best of Europe 2024 on LinkedIn Live was very successful with 3200+ total attendees and 1000+ LIVE audience during prime time speaking spots - see examples below) and lots of engagement. Plus, 100’s watched the recordings! We had 30+ speakers from Lufthansa, Volvo, Mondelēz, Sofatutor, Hugo Boss, and many others.
These screenshots show 1000+ LIVE audience during prime time speaking spots.
Our event last year had 3,258+ attendees
The Future of Speech Therapy: How VR and AI Empower Clinicians and Transform Developmental Learning
Meet the next-generation immersive platform by VIZQ, showcasing unprecedented skill acquisition among children with speech and language delays. This solution also addresses critical issues that speech-language pathologists (SLPs) face while working with schoolchildren with limited time and large caseloads. Join the presentation by Benjamin Albaum, Co-Founder & CEO of VIZQ, hosted by Alex Dzyuba, Co-chair of VRARA Healthcare Committee at the Healthcare Monthly Meeting of the VR/AR Association (VRARA) on March 25.
The Urgent Challenge in Pediatric Speech Therapy
Over 6.5 million school-aged children in the U.S. require speech therapy annually, while 45% of those in need either receive insufficient or no therapy at all due to staffing limitations and high costs. This gap leaves thousands of children struggling to make meaningful progress throughout the school year.
The Solution
VIZQ transforms traditional therapy into an engaging, real-world experience, leveraging adaptive XR to significantly boost child engagement and skill acquisition while reducing therapist overload. At the current stage, a solution offers and deep-tests a single “brush your teeth” activity to demonstrate how the system uses a proprietary, patented methodology to teach daily routines, hygiene, vocabulary, sequencing, and instruction-following.
“Invented by speech therapists, the platform delivers therapeutic sessions between direct therapist visits, enabling children to get unlimited, fun, and personalized practice. Although initially designed for mild-to-moderate autism, a moderate-to-severe child successfully used it, indicating broader potential reach. More user tests are ongoing,” says Benjamin Albaum.
Further Impact
According to Benjamin Albaum, the solution extends the reach of therapists, allowing each professional to oversee hundreds of children a month instead of just a few dozen. Nextly, the platform will feature 40+ targeted activities covering pragmatics, receptive language, and expressive language, allowing therapists to personalize each session to individual needs.
Based on the future AI integration, the platform will offer real-time analytics and deeper insights for SLP’s to track progress and spot emerging challenges quickly. Such personalized therapy pathways will ensure each child’s unique developmental needs are met efficiently.
To learn more about the VIZQ platform and its impact, register for “The Future of Speech Therapy: How VR and AI Empower Clinicians and Transform Developmental Learning” at the VRARA Healthcare Monthly Meeting: 15:15-16:00 London time/11:15PM EST on Tuesday, March 25.
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VRARA Universities and Colleges Metaverse in Action
"Co-Chairs of the VRARA Universities and Colleges Committee, Prof. Avgoustos Tsinakos and Chrysoula Lazou, MDE, MSc, will demonstrate the new Metaverse space designed for hosting VRARA Universities and Colleges events, along with various xR Educational Technologies for K-12 and Higher Education."
Collective Superintelligence: Using AI to turn Large Human Teams into a Personified Collective Expert
A huge shoutout to Mariam B. for organizing this impactful discussion as Co-Chair of the Aerospace Committee! It was an honor to feature Louis Rosenberg, a key partner in our patented AI ecosystem, driving the future of AI and aerospace technology.
The most valuable asset of any large organization are the teams of talented people who possess expert-level knowledge, wisdom, insights and skills across a diverse range of disciplines. Using a new AI technology modeled on the biological principle of Swarm Intelligence, we can connect these large teams together into superintelligence systems that can deliberate on complex problems and quickly converge on optimized solutions. We call this Collective Superintelligence.
Louis Rosenberg, PhD is an early pioneer of virtual and augmented reality and a longtime AI researcher. His work began in 1991 in VR labs at NASA, Stanford, and the US Air Force. He then founded the early VR company Immersion Corp in 1993, the early AR company Outland Research in 2004, and founded Unanimous AI in 2014
🔗 Learn more about our patented AI ecosystem:
https://lnkd.in/gD47SAcd
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Want to start using Virtual Reality in your classroom? Not sure where to start? Come to this session of The Teacher Toolbox, hosted by Full Sail University's Instructional Design & Technology master's program, to learn about the benefits and best practices for implementing Virtual Reality into your curriculum. Dr. Rebecca Meeder will cover the types of VR available for teachers to use, benefits to incorporating VR, and best practices.
We’ll practice real-world implementation, including using YouTube 360 and Google Translate, to help teach students about various subject areas using VR straight from your smartphone or tablet. We will also discuss how students can get started on creating VR modules for their assignments.
Join us Wednesday, March 19, at 4:30 p.m. ET on Zoom.
Your Website URL: https://events.zoom.us/ev/An6GjUUL619gnSD4mZJ92EmhiADyJlZadIzVxPOoThEsQQJgat17~AlvSzfRMfV0CYKOrt9CV_uoS8F-5LKpHDxjT2Au3l2C4kHH8IwzDZ9ERDg
Join Andy Cochrane, Ben Hansford, and Nick Roseth as we explore how Generative AI is transforming industries through enhanced creativity, personalization, and interactivity. From entertainment and marketing to healthcare and education, the event will showcase cutting-edge AI tools for text, images, video, avatars, and 3D content. Discussions will also cover industry trends, the impact on XR, cost efficiencies, real-time AI interactions, and strategies to navigate the evolving landscape.
Wednesday, March 19 · 10 - 11am PDT
Register HERE
Tech Tuesday: Exploring the Future of Spatial Computing with Apple Vision Pro
Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 2 pm ET
Discover how spatial computing and the Apple Vision Pro are revolutionizing digital interaction. This panel explores the device’s transformative impact across industries like gaming, education, and healthcare, its role in mixed-reality innovation, and the future of augmented reality.
Live in the Orlando Health Fortress and YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn
GPS Points Available
Panelists:
Marcelo Moyano
Caris Baker
Moderator:
Dr. Haifa Maamar, Executive Director of Emerging Technologies
Link for YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/utvdWEWIH_w
Join us as we celebrate the transformative power of XR in enterprise, research, and industry— with a special focus on cognitive enhancement in the public sector.
Hosted by the VR/AR Association, Austin, in partnership with UT Austin’s Department of Arts and Entertainment Technologies (AET), this event features dynamic showcases and thought-provoking panels exploring how XR is shaping training.
Connect with industry leaders, researchers, and educators as we build a vibrant XR community in Austin. Don't miss this opportunity to network, collaborate, and shape the future of mixed reality!
📅 Date: Monday, March 10th, 5:00 - 7:30 PM UT
📍 Location:
The University of Texas at Austin
Doty Fine Arts Building
2301 Trinity St., Suite 3.200 (Foundry)
Austin, TX 78712
Register Here
Are you a #startup, #entrepreneur, or an organization with an XR product or service looking to scale? This event is for you! Jumpstarting XR in Your #Business is designed to help innovators navigate the immersive technology landscape, explore opportunities, and take their XR ventures to the next level.
💡 Expect a one-hour panel discussion with a Q&A session, followed by
networking.
🥗 Food and drinks provided! Limited to 50 attendees.
📩 RSVP to sv@thevrara.com
📅 March 5, 6-8pm PST
📍 Tests Assured
2728 Orchard Parkway
San Jose 95134
Let’s shape the future of XR together! Who’s in? 🚀
VR/AR Association (VRARA) Tests Assured
Gordon Bell Dr. Sanika Doolani 💫 Yogini Joglekar Arghavan Harirchian-Saei
#VRARA #MixedReality #ExtendedReality #VirtualReality #AugmentedReality #SpatialC
VR/AR Association Business Networking Event at Industrial IMMERSIVE Conference in Houston March 3rd
Houston is often called the "Energy Capital of the World." The city is home to over 4,600 energy-related firms, including major oil and gas companies, renewable energy startups, and engineering firms. It serves as the headquarters for industry giants like ExxonMobil, SLB, ConocoPhillips, and Shell's U.S. operations.
XR and Digital Twin technologies are becoming increasingly important in the energy industry to enable and train workers, improve operations and reduce costs and Houston is becoming an important hub for the global XR industry.
The Industrial IMMERSIVE Conference is one of the leading conferences that is focused on using immersive technologies in the energy sector and the broader industrial sector and is taking place at the Westin in Memorial City on 3 & 4 March.
The VR/AR Association is partnering with the Industrial IMMERSIVE conference and will be hosting a business networking event at the Haywire Restaurant (next door to the Westin) on 3 March from 7pm - 9pm.
We will also be welcoming our 4 new VRARA Houston Chapter Advisory Board Members Chad Modad, Kyle Daughtry, Susan Spark and Sean Guerre who are all respected members of the XR and Digital Twins industry who reside in Houston! So please come meet them and hear how the VRARA is helping to connect and grow the XR industry with our partners!
This networking event is free but you must register to guarantee access. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/vrarahouston.
If you have questions please email john@thevrara.com
KITE Creates and the Toronto Chapter of the VRAR Association will host a webinar on Feb 19 to explore how VR/AR technology is reimagining healthcare.
Join Marion Surgical CEO, Ben Sainsbury, and Haply Robotics Cofounder & President, Colin Gallacher, as they discuss how their companies are improving patient outcomes in this session.
Register now: https://bit.ly/412xSlx
If you're passionate about virtual reality, XR and Digital Twins this is a great opportunity to meet up with one of the most influential tech communities in Michigan for some technology previews and after work networking. The attendance is limited for this event so register asap. Tickets are free - Donation is optional. Membership to the VR/AR Association is not required for this event.
Register Here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/michigan-vrar-association-winter-meeting-tickets-1217350711749?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios
Welcome to the VRARA DC Chapter February Event! Join us for an exciting in-person gathering at Patsy's American. This event will bring together XR and AI enthusiasts, professionals, and innovators for an evening of networking, discussions, and fun.
We are preparing for our upcoming VRARA Public Sector Roadshow event and want to hear from you! What topics would you like to hear about? Learn how to get involved. Would you like to demo?
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals in the industry and stay updated on the latest trends and developments in emerging technology. Mark your calendars and get ready for an evening filled with insights and inspiration!
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Tech Tuesday: Gaming Student Projects Reviewed by Industry Experts
February 11, 2025, at 3 pm ET
LIVE on YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn
Link: https://youtu.be/u7b1EcTyxg4
Get an inside look at the world of gaming as Full Sail University instructors with backgrounds in game development, game design, and game art showcase standout student projects. This live episode features creative works from students in gaming-focused programs, highlighting their unique concepts, technical achievements, and design challenges.
Panelists:
Phoebe Elefante, Program Director, Interactive Technology & Game Design
Shawn Kendall, Program Director, Game Development
VRARA is a proud media sponsor of Oil and Gas Automation and Technology Week 2024 in Houston, Texas Febrary 11-12, 2025.
Members receive 15% discount, email info@thevrara.com to obtain!
Geo Week, February 10-12, 2025 in Denver, is the learning and networking nexus of the geospatial and built worlds. It includes collocated user meetings (ASPRS, MAPPS, USIDB, WGIC) and special content from new strategic partners (e.g. Reality Capture Network, USGIF). The 2024 event had 3,400+ registrants, and hosted a record 2,976 actual delegates onsite from 45+ nations. Geo Week 2025 will convene 200 exhibitors, 150 speakers and 3,000+ attendees from 6 continents.
Email info@thevrara.com to get the code
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Experience Vision, taking place on February 6, 2025, at the iconic Grand Rex in Paris, is a landmark event celebrating the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and immersive technologies. The program features six thematic cinema rooms, each dedicated to an industry—Manufacturing, Luxury, Education, Culture & Entertainment, Healthcare, and Retail—where leading companies will share their success stories. These sessions will showcase how businesses are leveraging AI and extended reality (XR) to drive innovation, highlighting real-world impacts through practical case studies. On the mainstage, inspiring keynotes and panel discussions will delve into the economic and human implications of innovation across sectors. Combining these elements, Experience Vision aims to foster meaningful connections and redefine innovation and collaboration for industries of today and tomorrow.
Time: 9am - 7pm CET
VRARA Members get exclusive discounts! Email info@thevrara.com to redeem!
For more information:
www.experiencevision.io
In this presentation we will cover how streaming a CAD model’s geometry can remove the memory and CAD model size limitations to lower end devices to enable smoother VR and AR experiences using Unity Asset Manager.
Introducing the VRARA Master Class Online: "Reimagine Tomorrow: Sustainable Business Strategies in Immersive Technologies" - a cutting-edge program designed to equip forward-thinking leaders with the knowledge and tools to drive sustainable business transformation through virtual and augmented reality.
Benefits
- Gain insights into integrating immersive technologies for sustainable business practices
- Learn to develop effective sustainability strategies using VR/AR solutions
- Explore how virtual reality can minimize environmental impact and reduce business travel
- Understand the application of immersive tech in meeting Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Acquire skills in sustainable supply chain management and carbon footprint reduction
Why Choose This Master Class?
This program is essential for business leaders and innovators seeking to:
1. Drive profit with purpose by leveraging immersive technologies
2. Implement sustainable strategies that create competitive advantage
3. Contribute to global sustainability goals while enhancing business operations
4. Develop a sustainable mindset within their organization
5. Gain practical knowledge from industry experts and real-world case studies
By participating in this VRARA Master Class, you'll be at the forefront of sustainable business innovation, learning how to harness the power of immersive technologies to create a more sustainable and profitable future for your organization.
Date & Time:
02/04
17:00- 18:00 Stockholm
11AM-12PM EST
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VR/AR Community Dev Night
The VR/AR Association (VRARA) and American Technology Services (ATS) are teaming up to host an exciting evening for the immersive development community.
This event is designed to bring VR and AR developers together for:
Open Office Hours: Brainstorm, build, share knowledge, and troubleshoot challenges with other developers in a FiDi office that is all ours for the evening.
VR Lab Time: Demo and get feedback on your projects in the office VR lab.
What to Bring:
Your own laptop and VR equipment to make the most of open build hours.
We’ll keep you fueled with pizza, beer, and soft refreshments while you code, create, and connect with fellow devs.
Date: 1.28.2025
Time: 4-8 pm ET
Event registration page: https://lu.ma/8zn2zi3w
The catalyst event of the year is upon us! EXPERIENTIAL: the Innovation Conference at MIT Reality Hack ignites thought-provoking discussions and reveals meta-trends shaping the next decade of deep tech.
Attendees gain exclusive insights from the leading researchers and companies driving groundbreaking innovations that will propel technology into its next generation.
Several innovative startups showcasing AI, XR and green tech solutions will be launched publicly in the US for the first time.
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EXPERIENTIAL: the Innovation Conference at MIT Reality Hack
Date: Jan 25, 2025
Location: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Purchase tickets here: https://mit.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=2096---
Topics of interest at EXPERIENTIAL include: multi-sensory interaction; advanced computing; artificial and augmented intelligence; digital embodiment, neurotech, and clinical applications; aerospace applications; integrating novel embedded systems; hack-to-market; engineering sustainability; designing for prosperity and social impact, and more.
Above all, the EXPERIENTIAL program explores how these technologies uniquely foster creator community-based learning by sparking imagination in ways accessible to all—from learners and educators to businesses, investors, and policymakers.
Drawing on the interdisciplinary research model that has defined MIT for more than a century, EXPERIENTIAL sits at the confluence where the most advanced research meets ready-to-ship innovations.
Opportunities for Attendees:
Discover global strategies and stay ahead of trends in XR, AI, and deep tech
Form high-impact B2B connections
Engage with founders + multiple product launches
An inclusive private tour of MIT labs (and the secret tunnels)
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IMPORTANT LINKS for EXPERIENTIAL Innovation Conference:
EXPERIENTIAL Tickets: https://mit.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=2096
Opportunities for Startups: https://www.mitrealityhack.com/startup-form
Press Inquiries: Jonathan Hirshon jh@horizonpr.com
EXPERIENTIAL Main Page: https://www.mitrealityhack.com/experiential-2025
The VR/AR Association (VRARA) US National Public Sector Roadshow is ON! Our first chapter to host the conference series will be our SAN FRANCISCO Chapter on January 22nd at the HTC VIVE Americas Corporate HQ in Berkeley California.
The purpose of this FREE 1 day technology showcase/conference is to educate and connect US Public Sector Agencies with some of the leading providers of XR and AI technologies to collaborate and try to solve problems!
We have a great lineup of speakers and a full day of hands-on demonstrations. It is FREE but you need to register using THIS LINK.
Agenda
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Technology Showcase and Hands-On Demonstrations
Come get hands-on with various XR solutions designed for the public by the companies below.
FLAIM – Demonstrating various XR-enabled first responder training solutions.
Headwall – Showcasing their XR-enabled command center solutions.
VrPatients – Presenting their XR-enabled Emergency Medical Simulation training.
Virtualware – Demonstrating various XR solutions for industries such as energy, medical, transportation, and automotive on their award-winning VIROO platform.
HTC Vive – Highlighting their latest XR and 5G products.
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The VRARA National Roadshow Conference
2:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Networking and Presentations
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Arrival and networking
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Keynote presentation: "Why We Have Reached the Tipping Point for XR and What’s Next"
(John Cunningham, President, Virtualware USA)
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM | The Evolution of XR and AI in the Public Sector
(Dan McConnell, Chief Technologist, Booz Allen Hamilton)
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | XR and AI in Defense: What Is the US Government Looking For? (Speakers from US Government)
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM | Panel discussions: XR and AI in the Public Sector – Best Practices, Technology Trends, and Use Cases
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Break
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The VRARA San Francisco Chapter Launch Event
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Welcome and Reception
6:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Welcome
(Hugh Hayden, Chapter President, VRARA San Francisco, and Director of Business Development, Niantic, Inc.)
6:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Presentation by HTC VIVE
(Kent Gilbert, Director, Public Sector, HTC VIVE North America)
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Reception (Drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be provided) & Technology Showcase
For more information about the Roadshow series click on this link:
https://lnkd.in/eTp5Ztee
Sponsored by HTC VIVE, Booz Allen Hamilton, Hadean, Virtualware
REGISTER HERE:
If interested in Speaking, Demo or Sponsoring; please refer to the form below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAX3fwXWo_ZR53PmtNRuZDAF7aXG1_c850CfdKw8VPPJH6jg/viewform
🌟 Tech Business PlaNET25 Madrid: The International Showcase for Technological Innovation in Business 🌟
The future of business innovation takes center stage in Madrid with Tech Business PlaNET25, an extraordinary international event showcasing cutting-edge technology solutions for businesses. Powered by the vibrant ecosystem of clusters, innovation hubs, and entrepreneurial centers of the Comunidad de Madrid, this event is your gateway to the transformative technologies driving competitiveness and growth.
Discover the Future of Technology and Business
🔹 Explore solutions designed to tackle today’s business challenges.
🔹 Engage with thought leaders, innovators, and global trendsetters shaping the technological landscape.
🔹 Connect with national and international experts in advanced technologies and transformative trends.
Highlights of the Event
✨ Immersive Expert Sessions led by Carlos J. Ochoa, Chapter President of VRARA Madrid and a member of the Experts Committee of PlaNET25. Discover how immersive entertainment, spatial computing, and digital twins are reshaping industries.
✨ A special session (Live Firechat) with Amy Peck on the cutting-edge advancements in emerging technologies.
✨ Live demonstrations in the experiential zone featuring leading VRARA member companies like One Digital Consulting, VirtualWare, and Albearium.
Exclusive Access for VRARA Members and Guests
🆓 Free Access for VRARA members – request your code at Carlos@thevrara.com.
🎟️ 50% VIP Tickets for your clients and guests.
Why Attend Tech Business PlaNET25?
This event is more than a showcase; it’s the ultimate platform for visibility and connection. Meet technology creators, public and private organizations, and industry leaders to explore the most transformative trends and solutions in technology.
📅 Don’t Miss Out!
Unlock the opportunities that will shape the future of your business. Join us in Madrid for Tech Business PlaNET25, where innovation meets enterprise.
👉 For more information and registration, visit https://planet.madrid/
AWE, NYVR, VRARA and XR Guild are teaming up to throw an epic holiday party and bring the XR community together! 🍢 Snacks: Finger foods provided, no one’s partying hungry!
🍻 Happy Hour: Deals until 7pm!
🎶 Playlist*: Join our playlist and share your favorite tracks!
✨ Vibes: Bring your holiday spirit and good energy!
📍Venue: We take over a gorgeous LES bar, The Mayfly!
Pull up in your holiday mood and let’s make it a night!
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✨HAPPY HOLIDAYS! ✨
Discover how to get started with #immersive technologies in the #education sector, featuring groundbreaking advancements like the Meta for Education initiative. Join host Yogini Joglekar for an engaging panel discussion with VR-in-education experts at the forefront of immersive tech. They’ll share how they leverage #XR to enhance #STEM, business, and #SEL programs. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the future of education.
BrightTalk Event
"Using Immersive Technologies and African Folklore storytelling for STEM Education"
When: from 12-12:30 PST on Thursday 12/12 via Zoom.
Why attend: Immersive technologies like VR and AR offer a unique medium to incite curiosity for STEM education. Add african folklore into it and you get a new way to drive STEM education altogether.
Joing the VRARA Seattle Chapter as they host speaker Daniel Gyekye, PhD from the University of Oregon who will walk us through his approach into using African folklore to engage new generations in STEM fields.
Roberto Haza, Seattle Chapter President and founder of Xtended Reality Advisory is delighted to host Daniel and dive deep in this use of immersive technologies using cultural storytelling with education purposes.
