A naukri.com initiative
Metaverse News
Medium
3w
355
Image Credit: Medium
Meta’s $15M Privacy Violations Fine: A Wake-Up Call for the Digital Age
- The South Korean Personal Information Protection Commission has fined Meta $15 million for illicitly collecting and sharing user data.
- The incident highlights the growing concern over digital surveillance and the need to protect financial privacy.
- The collection and analysis of personal information without consent can lead to targeted advertising, identity theft, and social manipulation.
- Privacy-oriented cryptocurrencies like PIVX offer individuals a solution to maintain control over their online presence.
Read Full Article
21 Likes
Immersivelearning
3w
377
How GenAI will Supercharge XR and the Metaverse
- Emerging GenAI technology has significantly reduced the cost, time and required knowledge for creating enterprise-grade XR solutions.
- GenAI is everywhere and is being used to enhance production workflows for immersive enterprise services by designers and developers.
- Generative AI technology has democratized the tools for creating XR content which means more people can create specialized content for XR fields boosting adoption.
- GenAI is expected to significantly reduce the time, energy, and cost involved in XR/Metaverse content creation pipeline resulting in a much more efficient process.
- GenAI can take an image into a 3D object, and that 3D object into a 3D space to a virtual space. This lowers the XR/Metaverse production barrier.
- GenAI-enabled XR/Metaverse is expected to provide new opportunities in use-cases such as industrial training.
- Lenovo's VR Head spoke on the intersection of genAI and XR, highlighting the value of genAI in XR content creation, optimization and personalization.
- The Metaverse will become an enhanced aspect of the Internet with users accessing entertainment, shopping, or workplace services in a 360 3D interface.
- Emerging technology space is ever-changing, and how XR, AI, and the Metaverse may integrate into everyday life could look very different from expectations.
- GenAI working in the backend will allow smaller XR devices to do more, creating a true paradigm shift in computing.
Read Full Article
22 Likes
Insider
3w
342
Image Credit: Insider
Cyber Monday Meta Quest 3 deals: Save $174 on new 3S bundle with this coupon
- The Meta Quest 3S bundle Cyber Monday deal offers a $100 Amazon digital credit (use the coupon code QUEST100 at checkout), a free download code for the new Batman: Arkham Shadow game, and a three-month subscription to Meta Quest+ to play a fresh rotating catalog of games. All this for $299 on the 128GB model at Amazon, a $174 saving. Discounts are also available for the Meta Quest 3S (256GB) and Meta Quest 3 (512GB) bundles.
- However, the Meta Quest 3 is an older device that costs $200 more than the new 3S. It has a slightly better resolution and comes with a larger storage capacity at 512GB. It also comes with a free code for Batman: Arkham Shadow with purchases, which adds another $50 value to the deal.
- Meta Quest 3S hardware discounts are not yet available on Cyber Monday, but the bundled extras are available at discounted prices, including the free download of the new Batman: Arkham Shadow VR game, which costs $50 if bought separately.
- No deals are likely to show up for the Quest 2, as it has been officially discontinued. Only refurbished ones are available, which are mostly more expensive than the new Quest 3S. Unless deals for the Quest 2 are available for $100-$150, or it's pre-owned, we will not highlight them.
- Cyber Monday starts on December 2, and hardware deals usually end right at the end of Cyber Monday itself. Discounts are already available for both the Meta Quest 3S and the Meta Quest 3, but it is recommended to opt for the 3S bundle to benefit from its low price and value-added features.
- For more information on the latest VR headset from Meta, the Quest 3S, read the full Meta Quest 3S review.
Read Full Article
20 Likes
Digitaltrends
3w
210
Image Credit: Digitaltrends
Meta Quest 3S or PSVR2? Which headset to buy on Cyber Monday
- The PlayStation VR2 is on sale for $350 on Cyber Monday, down from its usual price of $550 or $600 if you buy a Horizon: Call of the Mountain bundle.
- The Meta Quest 3S is also available at its base price this Cyber Monday, but comes with a $75 digital gift card with purchase.
- One advantage of buying the PlayStation VR2 is its game library and valuable exclusives, such as Horizon: Call of the Mountain.
- The PlayStation VR2 is also a high-quality headset with a clear OLED display and four embedded cameras.
- However, Sony may not support the headset for much longer and it might not provide good long-term value.
- The Meta Quest 3S is a wireless system with a lightweight design and strong library of games, including some of VR’s best exclusives.
- It is also cheaper than the PlayStation VR2, even at its $200 discount.
- The Meta Quest 3S's technical specs may be lower compared to the PlayStation VR2, but it can be a better option for a more casual entry to VR.
- The PlayStation VR2 has some technical advantages, but it is only recommended if you want the clearest display possible or want a device that pairs with the PlayStation ecosystem.
- Overall, the Meta Quest 3S is recommended as a better choice for its standalone capability and strong game library.
Read Full Article
12 Likes
Medium
3w
206
Image Credit: Medium
Accept Web3’s and the metaverse’s future.
- The metaverse represents a breakthrough shared digital cosmos where the physical and virtual domains converge effortlessly.
- Web3's primary characteristics in the metaverse are an immense, 3D version of the internet, decentralization, security, and trust.
- The metaverse has the potential to transform several industries, including healthcare and education.
- The merger of Web3 and the metaverse marks a significant change in digital interaction, offering incredible chances for development, creativity, and connection.
Read Full Article
12 Likes
TechJuice
3w
831
Image Credit: TechJuice
Global Outage Disrupts WhatsApp Services
- Many WhatsApp users reported problems on Sunday with sending and receiving messages, opening the app, exchanging media files, and navigating the web platform.
- 35% of users experienced app crashes, 34% had trouble sending texts, and 32% had problems with the website.
- The outage caused communication problems in Pakistan, a country already facing periodic internet interruptions.
- The cause of the outage is believed to be server issues or technical faults.
Read Full Article
18 Likes
Pymnts
3w
897
Image Credit: Pymnts
Meta Reportedly Planning $10 Billion Global Undersea Cable Network
- Meta is reportedly building a planet-spanning undersea fiber optic cable network to support its internet infrastructure.
- The network will span 24,000 miles and is expected to cost around $10 billion.
- Meta's need for such a network is driven by its position as the second-largest driver of internet use and its growing artificial intelligence efforts.
- The project is in the early stages, and Meta is expected to face challenges due to the limited availability of companies capable of constructing the network.
Read Full Article
7 Likes
Massivelyop
3w
17
MMO Week in Review: New World’s roadmap, Corepunk’s early access
- Amazon delivered a roadmap for New World this week introducing seasonal worlds, starting with open PvP. Corepunk officially launched into early access after several delays. We pondered the popularity of the MMORPG genre, while Throne & Liberty teased a new weapon. WoW Classic Classic was explored in detail, and Perfect Ten analyzed MMORPGs' unsuccessful elements.
- Vague Patch Notes discussed whether MMORPGs are more popular than thought, while LOTRO Legendarium offered useful tips for players. Rumors surfaced that Ubisoft will develop a cozy MMO with voxel-based building mechanics.
- Ashes of Creation's current build has been described as the worst it will ever be, while Elite Dangerous revealed its Cobra Mk V ship and upcoming colonization feature. Pokemon Go hosted a Wild Area resource sink event and Lord of the Rings Online defended the meandering nature of the Shire.
- Palworld teased a collaboration with Terraria planned in 2025. Crowdfunded superhero MMORPG Ship of Heroes continued development, and NetEase cut Worlds Untold loose. Old School RuneScape's Leagues V launched with a cinematic trailer.
- Secret Level's Aeternum-themed animated episode was delved into. Lost Ark's Holiday Awakening update was announced, and Choose My Adventure focused on Red Dead Online. Niantic admitted to using Pokemon Go player data to train an AI-powered 3D map tool.
- Dauntless' Awakening revamp arrives on December 5 alongside a confirmed Steam release. The Massively OP Podcast discussed EverQuest's long-awaited sequel, and Massively OP's upcoming stream lineup featured Party Animals and Warframe.
Read Full Article
1 Like
Massivelyop
3w
158
Massively on the Go: Pokemon GO starts Dual Destiny season with siren songs
- Pokemon GO winter update, Dual Destiny, has been underwhelming so far.
- PvP changes are minor and won’t impact PvE players.
- The spawns will be weak, unlike last season which featured stardust boosters.
- Go Tour: Unova will be held in Los Angeles and Taipei cities on Feb 21-23, 2025, and it will feature characters such as Sigilyph, Bouffalant, and Deerling.
- December will feature many events in Pokemon GO, including Young & Wise from the 10th-14th, which has no additional information at this point.
- Charged Embers Hatch Day, which will give players a chance at higher shiny odds and extra candy or stardust, will take place on the 29th.
- New Year’s 2025 event from December 31st to January 1st will feature Pokemon focused on time and may include costume Pokemon.
- The Spotlight hours will include catching Sableye for extra stardust, Murkrow with catch XP, Fire, Ice, Delibird with extra stardust, and Togetic and evolution bonus xp.
- Niantic had many scandals and failed to deliver transparency and communication, which led to Pokemon No boycott in 2021.
- The developer did not address stalking, rolled back accessibility features, faked data, and lied about event results.
Read Full Article
9 Likes
Tech Story
3w
375
Study Exposes Instagram’s Role in Promoting Self-Harm Content
- A study has raised concerns about Instagram's failure to moderate self-harm content.
- Researchers created a private network on Instagram and shared disturbing self-harm content, which Instagram failed to remove.
- Instagram's algorithm appeared to promote the spread of self-harm networks, putting vulnerable users at risk.
- The study highlights the need for better protection of young users' mental health on social media platforms.
Read Full Article
22 Likes
Guardian
3w
171
Image Credit: Guardian
‘Child poverty has got a lot worse’: outgoing charity boss lambasts Tory failures and social media giants
- NSPCC CEO, Peter Wanless, has criticised the UK government's failure to tackle child poverty and improve results for children, highlighting that resources to support early interventions have fallen by 44% while the number of children taken into care has risen by 28% since 2010. Wanless has also criticised social media firms and their misplaced priorities, calling out Instagram and Snapchat in particular, as well as condemning politicians for not banning smacking in England. Despite support for calls to block social media for children, Wanless argues that blanket restrictions risk setting back education and child development.
- The outgoing CEO iterated that there were a lack of safeguards for children in the digital world, citing a 2017 case in which a 14-year-old girl who had viewed graphic self-harm content on Instagram committed suicide. While Meta has launched over 50 tools to increase child safety, researchers have found that Instagram is still failing to moderate inadequate self-harm content.
- Snapchat, which is listed as the worst platform for child grooming, is also criticised by Wanless. During his tenure at NSPCC he met with social media firms regularly, calling for greater strictures and compliance with existing regulatory standards. Wanless believes that the onus is on tech companies to design with the legal enforcement of duty of care and guardrails.
- Wanless is a strong proponent of improving the strategic outlook to benefit children’s outcomes. In his view banning smacking in England would aid improvements, making it illegal to hit a child in England as it is already in Scotland and Wales. While improvements have been slow in coming Wanless has said that he is “encouraged” by the increased attention being given to the issue.
- Despite criticism of the Tories and social media firms and their parent company, Facebook, alongside calls for greater safeguarding measures online and a determination to see smacking banned; Wanless sees the jury still out on Labour’s hopes to improve outcomes for children if they come to power once again.
Read Full Article
10 Likes
Siliconera
3w
154
Image Credit: Siliconera
Bounce Arcade Feels More like VR Breakout Than Pinball
- Bounce Arcade offers a different perspective on pinball, resembling more of a VR Breakout game than a traditional pinball experience.
- The game places players in the position of the paddles, allowing them to move freely in the space above, below, left, and right.
- The additional degree of control over the ball and targeted abilities make Bounce Arcade feel more like Breakout or Alleyway.
- While some tables in Bounce Arcade resemble traditional pinball games, others deviate and feel more like Breakout backgrounds.
Read Full Article
9 Likes
Tech Story
3w
101
Meta Plans $10 Billion Subsea Cable Project to Strengthen Global Data Control
- Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is reportedly planning a $10 billion subsea cable project.
- The underwater cable network, known as the 'W,' will span over 40,000 kilometers and connect international data hubs.
- Motivations behind the project include enhanced connectivity and control, increased capacity, strategic advantage, and bypassing bottlenecks.
- Challenges and concerns include the high cost and time for construction, potential antitrust and net neutrality issues, and environmental impact.
Read Full Article
6 Likes
Massivelyop
3w
330
WRUP: Auditioning replacement Eliots edition
- Massively Overpowered lists how its writers spent their Thursday alongside recording their current plans for in-game activities in the game.
- The team resorts to a parallel universe where there's an alternate Eliot who can write articles even though it is speculated that Eliot is likely to be unhappy there.
- The team sends out multiple expeditions to find the alternate Eliot and ends up coming back empty-handed and disappointed.
- Eliot claims he will be working on a new FFXIV review and trying pixel remaster of the seventh season in his spare time.
- Andrew Ross burnt off calories by playing exercise games, while Brianna Royce ate pie and worked on making Christmas presents.
- Tyler Edwards played Sultans Ascend expansion for Age of Empires 4 and is getting back to New World quests in Cutlass Keys.
- Sam Kash is starting to play ''Sea of Stars' which he claims is just reminiscent of Secret of Mana.
Read Full Article
19 Likes
Guardian
3w
171
Image Credit: Guardian
AI expert Marietje Schaake: ‘The way we think about technology is shaped by the tech companies themselves’
- Marietje Schaake, the international policy director at Stanford University Cyber Policy Center and former Dutch member of the European parliament, shares her thoughts on the problematic relationship between technology, politics, and power.
- The role of tech companies such as Facebook, Google, and Amazon in so many different aspects of people's lives, makes them very different animals to what we've seen in the past.
- Schaake believes that democratic government oversight should be strengthened to ensure that tech companies take their proper roles within a rule of law-based system, and are not overtaking it.
- Politicians have been light touch in the face of the digital technological revolution and have been held back by their technological ignorance.
- The UK's decision to leave the EU has not weakened its position with big tech, as Australia and Canada have also developed their own tech policies.
- Schaake's new book, The Tech Coup: How to Save Democracy from Silicon Valley, aims to reach the average news reader and explain how US tech companies have caused a loss of sovereignty.
Read Full Article
10 Likes
For uninterrupted reading, download the app