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2025

Ready Player Me Acquired by Netflix to Power Gaming Avatars

December 22, 2025

What’s the story? Netflix has acquired Ready Player Me to build cross-game avatars for its gaming platform, with approximately 20 staff joining the streaming service. Why it matters The acquisition … continue reading

XPANCEO Unveils Space-Focused Smart Contact Lens Prototype

December 17, 2025

What’s the story? XPANCEO has unveiled a space-focused smart contact lens prototype designed to provide astronauts with a hands-free data interface. Why it matters The technology is designed to address … continue reading

Gracia AI raises $1.7M to support 4D Gaussian Splatting workflows for XR and VFX

December 13, 2025

What’s the story? Gracia AI announced $1.7M in funding for its end-to-end 4D Gaussian Splatting platform, including cloud processing, a studio toolkit, and Unity/Unreal plugins. Why it matters The company’s … continue reading

RP1 Opens Developer Access to Its Spatial Internet Platform

December 9, 2025

What’s the story? RP1 has opened developer access to its spatial internet ecosystem, releasing tools for self-hosted, real-time 3D experiences. Why it matters The move aims to address industry concerns … continue reading

InVeris Debuts ‘fats Drone’ Simulation Platform for Military FPV Drone Training

December 1, 2025

What’s the story? InVeris has released its fats Drone simulation system for sUAS and FPV drone training. Why it matters The system offers a way to train drone operators without … continue reading

Tencent Announces Global Launch of Hunyuan 3D AI Asset Generation Engine

November 27, 2025

What’s the story? Tencent has launched its Hunyuan 3D AI engine for creators and enterprises to accelerate 3D asset generation. Why it matters The release expands access to AI-driven 3D … continue reading

Rheinmetall Partners with Varjo for Mixed Reality Military Training Solutions

November 26, 2025

What’s the story? Rheinmetall is integrating Varjo’s XR 4 Series headsets into its deployable land training systems. Why it matters The partnership expands mixed reality use in military training by … continue reading

DPVR Expands Into Smart Glasses With Six New Models Across G Series Lineup

November 20, 2025

What’s the story? DPVR has expanded into smart glasses with six new models in its G Series lineup. Why it matters The launch adds another multi-model entrant to the growing … continue reading

1HMX introduces Nexus NX1 turnkey system for robotic teleoperation featuring VR and immersive tech

November 20, 2025

What’s the story? 1HMX has introduced its Nexus NX1 turnkey full body system for robotic teleoperation featuring VR and immersive tech. Why it matters The system brings full body control … continue reading

Valve Returns to VR With All New Steam Frame Headset for Wireless PC VR

November 13, 2025

What’s the story? Valve unveils Steam Frame, a new wireless VR headset designed for PC streaming and stand alone play. Why it matters Steam Frame marks Valve’s first new VR … continue reading

ROLI Acquires Ultraleap to Advance Computer Vision-Based Music Technology

November 11, 2025

What’s the story? ROLI has acquired Ultraleap to further integrate its hand tracking and computer vision tech into music creation tools. Why it matters The acquisition combines spatial interaction and … continue reading

Augmentus Receives Strategic Investment to Advance Its AI and 3D Vision Robotics Platform

October 28, 2025

What’s the story? Augmentus secures investment from Applied Ventures to scale its AI and 3D vision robotics platform for adaptive manufacturing. Why it matters The funding supports faster deployment of … continue reading

Unity Brings Android XR Support to Unity 6, Powering Galaxy XR Launch Titles

October 23, 2025

What’s the story? Unity 6 now supports Android XR, powering launch titles for Samsung’s new Galaxy XR headset. Why it matters Developers can now build or port immersive apps faster … continue reading

Samsung Officially Launches Galaxy XR Headset Built on Android XR

October 22, 2025

What’s the story? Samsung launches Galaxy XR, its first Android XR headset built with Gemini AI and Qualcomm’s XR2+ Gen 2 chip. Why it matters The launch marks the start … continue reading

AR-Powered Eye Implant Helps Restore Sight to Blind Patients, Study Finds

October 21, 2025

In Augmented Reality News October 21, 2025 – The results of a clinical trial published this week have shown that people with sight loss have recovered reading vision through the … continue reading

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