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28 January 2025 Patrick Johnston Google's $250 million acquisition of HTC's extended reality (XR) unit, which includes the transfer of key engineering talent and technology licenses, has potential implications far beyond consumer applications.
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A training management company plans to acquire ASQS, extending its capabilities to new industries and enhancing safety. 28 January 2025
Google's $250 million acquisition of HTC's extended reality (XR) unit, which includes the transfer of key engineering talent and technology licenses, has potential implications far beyond consumer applications. 28 January 2025
Haptikos revealed its hand exoskeleton at MIT's 1st Annual Innovation Event, featuring AI-driven tactile feedback for VR/AR applications. 27 January 2025
Westinghouse and INL unveiled a simulator revolutionizing nuclear training and expanding power plant applications. 23 January 2025
Capital Group and FORCE Technology have launched Europe’s first XR Full Mission Bridge simulator for maritime training. 22 January 2025
InVeris has launched fats LIVE, a hybrid system blending virtual training and live fire shooting for enhanced training. 22 January 2025
Qube reports a 37% decrease in incidents after implementing MOTUM Simulation’s virtual roll-on roll-off training. 22 January 2025
Inmates at York County Prison in Pennsylvania are using virtual reality to gain career skills and prepare for reentry. 22 January 2025
Michigan State Police are using virtual reality to train officers in handling mental health emergencies. 22 January 2025
Ambulance Victoria paramedics and Babcock helicopter crews conducted joint training exercises to enhance water-based rescue capabilities. 21 January 2025
Uzbekistan is set to establish a state-of-the-art medical simulation training centre in Termez, funded by a 13.5 million euro grant from Germany's KfW Bank. 21 January 2025
Hesse Police have selected HOLOGATE’s XR system to provide immersive virtual reality training for law enforcement. 21 January 2025
Parul University unveiled a simulation unit for emergency healthcare training, advancing pre-hospital care and life-saving skills. 14 January 2025
PSA Marine partnered with Kongsberg Digital to enhance harbour pilot training, leveraging advanced simulators for evolving maritime challenges. 14 January 2025
A doctoral student in Manchester's VR training could revolutionize blood transfusion procedures, improving medical outcomes and safety. 13 January 2025
A Florida judge used VR to experience a reenactment of a gun-related wedding incident, setting a potential legal precedent. 13 January 2025
Doctors at MSU have partnered to develop VR training aimed at improving mental health crisis response. 13 January 2025
A Welsh startup partnered with a South Korean university to introduce virtual reality technology for medical training. 13 January 2025
As the UK unveils its ambitious AI Opportunities Action Plan, backed by £14 billion in private sector investment and set to create over 13,000 jobs, we consider which industries stand to benefit the most. 13 January 2025
A new collaboration integrates mixed reality surgical simulations with a digital platform, enhancing global surgical training accessibility. 12 January 2025