Apple and Google are both looking to expand their reach into AR/VR wearables. This will position to them lead the rush to be the dominant hardware and software platforms for the metaverse. The metaverse – a platform in which participants can immerse themselves in a three-dimensional virtual reality – is attracting billions of dollars of investment from Big Tech companies and … [Read more...] about Big Tech Aims for Entry into Metaverse
Building the Metaverse: Meta hits snags already
Just weeks after Meta (f/k/a Facebook) announced plans to build the 3D world known as the metaverse, it's already hitting obstacles. 1. Meta's Antitrust Obstacles The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is scrutinizing Meta’s planned acquisition of VR fitness app Supernatural, according to a new report by The Information. Meta announced the deal … [Read more...] about Building the Metaverse: Meta hits snags already
Are small nuclear plants part of the solution for climate change?
An Oregon-based company with plans to make small power-generating nuclear reactors announced this week that it will go public through a combination with a “blank check” company. NuScale Power of Portland plans to combine with Spring Valley, a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company (a “SPAC,” which has been a popular way over the last year or so to quickly … [Read more...] about Are small nuclear plants part of the solution for climate change?
Brain-Computer Interfaces: Make sure there’s an off switch on that thing connected to my brain!
Envision an electric wheelchair or a drone that users could maneuver with their minds rather than hand-operated controls. Or a game in which players using virtual reality gear are able to try to escape from a make-believe prison using tools they select through their electrical brain impulses. Or a communications system that allows firefighters or soldiers in noisy, … [Read more...] about Brain-Computer Interfaces: Make sure there’s an off switch on that thing connected to my brain!
Emerging Tech Law Issue #9
Welcome to the ninth issue of Emerging Tech Law. In this issue: Identity of blockchain/Bitcoin inventor remains a mystery after Florida court case.Implications of Instagram hearing: expect no legislation but tougher road for Meta in building out the metaverse.Senate confirms first woman to lead FCC. Expect new fight over net neutrality rules. Quote of the … [Read more...] about Emerging Tech Law Issue #9