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Sandbox VR expands to new locations globally with $37M Series B led by Andreessen Horowitz

TechCrunch

After a challenging year for location-based virtual reality startups due to COVID-19, Sandbox VR , a location-based VR startup, is making a comeback with a plan to expand its operations further across the globe. Sandbox VR aims to be an immersive social experience through a combination of full-body motion capture and VR technologies.

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7 investors discuss augmented reality and VR startup opportunities in 2020

TechCrunch

For all of the investors preaching that augmented reality technology will likely be the successor to the modern smartphone, today, most venture capitalists are still quite wary to back AR plays. “We believe VR is still the largest long-term opportunity of the two. . AR complements the real world, VR creates endless new worlds.”

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Private 5G networks are sparking innovation at the edge

CIO

They also provide a foundation for unprecedented business innovation and transformative new digital experiences. Private 5G-enabled AR/VR technology facilitates remote training and maintenance, enhancing productivity and reducing downtime. Private 5G provides the foundation for radical innovation, particularly at the edge.

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How is Digital Technology Transforming the Accessibility of Mental Health Services and Therapy?

OTS Solutions

Introduction to Digital Technologies in Mental Health Therapy Digital technologies have rapidly transformed mental health therapy practices. These technologies offer innovative ways to improve treatment delivery, enhance patient engagement, and personalize care plans. billion AI and ML 2032 $22,384.27

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The 4 most overhyped technologies in IT

CIO

They may publicly preach “No technology for technology’s sake,” but they still frequently share their fascination with the latest tech gadgets. It’s then that the hopes for the technology get way ahead of what it can actually deliver today. They’re not the only ones enthralled by tech. Here’s what they say on the topic.

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Why Adopting New Technologies like AR and VR are Essential for Your Business?

Trigent

In that case, it is essential to understand why companies consider adopting new technologies or digital transformations like Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) to meet customer needs. This technology has entered various fields of business and offered a changing aspect. million VR users and 110.1

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Huawei Unleashes the Power of Technology for a Sustainable, Digital Europe

CIO

Digital transformation is key in building Europe’s resilience and sustainability Huawei As a committed partner of digital Europe, Huawei builds innovative ICT infrastructure and works with customers and partners to accelerate the digital transformation of enterprises, aiming to drive economic prosperity and build a sustainable, digital Europe.