Virtual Reality (VR) stories - Page 2
Strap on a headset and enter a computer-generated world where interactions and movement bring
person and machine closer together. As a simulation, experiences can vary from closely matching the
real world, through to fantastical environments limited only by the imagination of their developers. VR is
typically broken down into three categories- non-immersive, semi-immersive, and fully-immersive. A
non-immersive example would appear on a normal screen, semi-immersive might add a headset, while
fully-immersive combines headset and motion-sensitive controls. VR applications are extensive and
include video gaming, training simulations including in military, healthcare and business, and travel and
leisure.
Digital economy set to hit USD $28 trillion in 2026
Fri, 9th Jan 2026
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robots
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digital transformation
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quantum computing
The global digital economy is forecast to surge 9.5% in 2026 to USD $28 trillion, triple the pace of overall worldwide economic growth.
CIMPOR's private 5G blueprint boosts efficiency, cuts CO2
Thu, 8th Jan 2026
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uc
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wearables
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drones
CIMPOR's new private 5G blueprint lifts plant efficiency by 1%, saves up to USD $15 million a year and cuts CO2 emissions by 140,000 tonnes.
Meta buys Manus to boost general-purpose AI agents
Tue, 30th Dec 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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rpa
Meta has bought Singapore AI start-up Manus, aiming to embed its autonomous general-purpose agent across consumer and business products.
AI agents to reshape brand discovery by 2026, says Kantar
Tue, 23rd Dec 2025
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martech
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partner programmes
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digital twins
AI agents will reshape brand discovery by 2026, Kantar predicts, as marketers race to optimise for algorithmic assistants and micro‑communities.
From hype to reality: The three forces defining security in 2026
Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
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wearables
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data protection
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smart cities
In 2026, agentic AI, digital twins and AR wearables shift from hype to daily tools, reshaping how security risks are detected and managed.
Alcatel-Lucent unveils rugged Wi-Fi 7 access points for outdoors
Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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iot
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise launches rugged Wi-Fi 7 access points designed for outdoor use in harsh conditions across industries like manufacturing and defence.
Realise Music launches VR singing game on Meta Quest with 1m tracks
Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
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digital music
Realise Music launches VR singing game on Meta Quest with over 1 million licensed tracks, blending music, wellness, and interactive gameplay.
SkillsVR unveils AI tool to rapidly convert training into VR
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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ar, vr & metaverse
SkillsVR launches AI tool GenerateVR, turning static training materials into interactive VR modules rapidly, boosting immersive learning accessibility and scale.
The AI workforce evolution: how technology is creating the jobs of tomorrow
Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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hybrid & remote work
AI is reshaping the job market, creating new roles and skills while shifting human labour towards innovation and human-AI collaboration across industries.
UK life sciences sector at risk as skills gap threatens growth
Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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ar, vr & metaverse
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education, learning & training
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skills shortage
The UK life sciences sector faces stalled investments as skills shortages persist, risking growth despite calls for increased government-funded training and modern tech.
Students win GBP £17,000 for innovative healthcare tech ideas
Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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healthtech
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ar, vr & metaverse
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mental health
UK student teams won GBP £17,000 at the ESBF competition for innovative healthcare tech, including medical training simulators and virtual reality phobia treatment.
Exclusive: Bosch on blending AI with human creativity
Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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martech
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llms
Bosch blends AI with human creativity under Sebastian Schwartze, transforming marketing, design, and innovation across the company while stressing care and ethics.
Vection Technologies scores major defence deal for Australia
Mon, 22nd Sep 2025
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ar, vr & metaverse
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mr
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digital edge
Vection Technologies wins EUR €22.3 million deal with a NATO-approved partner to supply advanced defence tech through to 2030, its biggest contract yet.
SuperWorld & ASI Alliance partner to build virtual real estate
Mon, 25th Aug 2025
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gaming
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crypto
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blockchain
SuperWorld partners with ASI Alliance to enhance its virtual real estate platform by integrating decentralised AI, creating immersive and monetisable real-world linked experiences.
NexGen Cloud adds NVIDIA RTX Pro 6000 SE GPU to Hyperstack
Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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private cloud
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llms
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ai
NexGen Cloud has added NVIDIA's RTX Pro 6000 SE GPU to its Hyperstack platform, offering advanced AI and 3D computing on demand without hefty hardware costs.
How Retailers Can Prepare for Peak Season Success
Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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cx
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martech
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ai
Retailers worldwide are embracing AI-driven personalization and immersive tech to boost holiday sales and reduce returns this peak season, says new survey.
Businesses chase AV innovation but struggle with old systems
Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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supply chain
One in 10 businesses invest in holograms and avatars, but outdated AV systems and infrastructure hinder productivity and innovation benefits.
UbiSim unveils AI tools to transform virtual nursing education
Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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ai
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ar, vr & metaverse
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health education
UbiSim launches AI-powered updates to its VR nursing education platform, enhancing personalised scenarios and expanding clinical training tools for students and educators.
Western Digital unveils new high-capacity drives in Australia
Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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ar, vr & metaverse
Western Digital launches new high-capacity Professional and NAS storage solutions in Australia, targeting creative and business data demands up to 208TB.
Siemens updates NX platforms with AI copilot & mixed reality tools
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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uc
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digital transformation
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ai
Siemens updates NX platforms with AI copilot and mixed reality tools, enhancing design, simulation, and collaboration in product engineering software.