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Metaverse stories

The Metaverse has continued to impact more and more people in the world to the point that it is one of the most innovative technologies of this century. By definition the Metaverse is a virtual-reality in which people can interact with other people in a completely computer-generated world.

Metaverses allow people to build their own world, with the possibility of monetizing parts of it. Some organisations specialise in sales experiences and services in the Metaverse by allowing customers to attend events or meetings. It can also be used for gaming, work or development purposes.
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Casting a wide net: Vection Technologies' push across emerging tech markets

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Vection Technologies showcases AI and VR tools for defence, healthcare and property as CEO Gianmarco Biagi targets wider international growth.
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The world needs more women in tech - and there's no time to wait

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Women hold just 28% of tech roles worldwide, a glaring gap experts warn is stifling innovation, ESG progress and global economic growth.
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Regulating the internet is like trying to bottle lightning using chopsticks

Fri, 27th Feb 2026
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As AI disrupts brand protection, global rights owners face a volatile fight against online piracy that regulation alone cannot tame.
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Brands pivot to integrations in virtual worlds shift

Thu, 26th Feb 2026
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Brands are ditching standalone virtual worlds in favour of repeatable integrations inside Roblox and Fortnite, GEEIQ data shows.
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Siemens unveils Digital Twin Composer for factories

Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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Siemens launches Digital Twin Composer to build metaverse-style factory twins, unifying design, simulation and operations in 3D scenes.
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SuperWorld & ASI Alliance partner to build virtual real estate

Mon, 25th Aug 2025
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SuperWorld partners with ASI Alliance to enhance its virtual real estate platform by integrating decentralised AI, creating immersive and monetisable real-world linked experiences.
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Artificial intelligence helps create world's first opera at Mariinsky

Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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The Mariinsky Theatre unveiled Mandragora, the world's first opera created with artificial intelligence, blending tradition with cutting-edge technology.
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Astrikos.Ai appoints four senior leaders to drive global growth

Thu, 8th May 2025
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Astrikos.Ai appoints four senior leaders to boost global growth and strengthen its presence in AI-driven infrastructure analytics and smart city projects.
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Smarter Brands AI partners with Omniverse City for automation

Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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Smarter Brands AI has unveiled an AI platform aimed at automating business operations, collaborating with Omniverse City's innovative AI infrastructure.
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India faces rising cyber threats amid digital transformation

Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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India's rapid digital growth boosts economy but increases cyber threat risks, targeting sectors from energy to healthcare, warns expert Shibu Paul.
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Computex 2024 success draws global tech leaders & innovation

Mon, 10th Jun 2024
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Computex 2024 concluded successfully, drawing 85,179 ICT professionals globally and featuring innovations like AI-integrated PCs, smart mobility, and metaverse tech.
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ABI Research calls for universal data governance framework

Fri, 18th Mar 2022
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The researchers state that a new universal data governance framework must be introduced to address the data governance needs in emerging technologies.