Attention may be focused on the cloud aspects of a ‘metaverse,’ but it will not get off the ground until telecoms networks can support it. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Steve Alexander, Ciena
Eys3D raises $7M for AI edge sensor technology
Eys3D, a company developing sensors to detect depth, motion, and more at the edge, has raised $7 million in venture capital. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Kyle Wiggers
Here’s why (and how) we’ll see gaming’s influence span across industries, regions, and more in 2021.
Gaming will become even more pervasive across all kinds of areas: B2B content, new consumer content, and even the film industry. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Rob Martin
Verizon picks Unity as 5G MEC partner for 3D enterprise apps and games
The top U.S. cellular carrier is teaming with a major 3D engine maker to create realistic, real-time 3D enterprise apps and entertainment. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
5G and edge computing help retailers work smarter behind the scenes
Retailers can use edge computing, fed by 5G-capable IoT endpoints, to give their customers a safer, more convenient shopping experience. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Chris Angelini
Verizon advances 5G edge computing with IBM deal, interoperability specs
Edge computing will be critically important to delivering highly responsive cellular services in the 5G era, and Verizon is pushing the industry forward. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz