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Avataar raises $45 million to improve consumer shopping experience with life-sized 3D product evaluation

TechCrunch

Avataar helps direct-to-consumer brands and e-commerce marketplaces with shaping their consumer journeys with 3D rendition of products. A virtual rendition of a refrigerator allows users to open and close the door, for instance. If you’re seeing 3D on a big large-volume service, it’s likely powered by us,” he said.

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Will enterprises soon keep their best gen AI use cases under wraps?

CIO

Similarly, clothing brand Under Armour recently produced an ad that used AI-generated 3D models of the British boxer Anthony Joshua, based on videos they took of him in the past. The victors may not be the greatest innovators, but they’ll be the best at protecting their innovations.

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Labster gets millions from a16z to bring virtual science lab software to the world

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billion in assets under management , has poured millions into an edtech startup that sells virtual STEM lab simulations to institutions. Labster lands new cash to bring its virtual reality science lab software to Asia. The fact that Labster is a platform innovating learning at scale is really what attracted them.”.

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10 emerging innovations that could redefine IT

CIO

The pace of innovation is relentless. The next generation promises to deliver the same unstoppable parade of innovation. Blockchain, Data Management, Databases, Edge Computing, Emerging Technology, Green IT, Innovation, Software Development Embracing an idea before it’s ready can be invigorating — if you’re right.

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Step Inside the Future: Experience Exhilarating Virtual Worlds with Immersive Technology

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Imagine interacting with virtual people and places that feel real and propel you into new worlds. Immersive Media In the film, a virtual 3D talking rabbit and a lifelike prowling tiger enhance the children’s learning and play through an immersive experience. What’s Next?

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LG announces the first 50 participants in its LG Nova program

TechCrunch

LG’s innovation center — LG Nova among friends — today announced that it has selected the first 50 companies for its Mission for the Future global challenge competition. Mindset Medical – Delivers a portfolio of proprietary virtual technologies that advance the full continuum of patient care. CurieAi, Inc.

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Taipei-based computer vision startup eYs3D gets $7M Series A

TechCrunch

The company’s technology, including integrated circuits, 3D sensors, camera modules and AI-based software, have a wide range of applications, such as robotics, touchless controls, autonomous vehicles and smart retail. eYs3D’s products have been used in the Facebook Oculus Rift S and Valve Index virtual reality headsets, and Techman Robots.

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