🤖 VR Training - Sound Localization System
EARSIM, a VR training system for sound localization developed by ICT volunteer Mark Harmon (@UBC_EML), has been accepted to #SIGGRAPH2025. Supervised by Dr. Gale Lucas, the work bridges immersive tech and auditory rehabilitation.
Key Points:
• Uses VR for sound localization training.
• Accepted to SIGGRAPH 2025.
• Bridges immersive technology and auditory rehabilitation.
🔗 Resources:
• ICT News Essay ↗ - Details on the research
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🤖 Bridging the Digital Divide - Finland Collaboration
This article summarizes a joint event with Finland focusing on solutions to increase investments in trustworthy and sustainable digitalization within developing nations.
Key Points:
• Collaboration with Finland to address the digital divide.
• Focused on boosting investment in sustainable digitalization.
• Involved leaders from EU Commission, ITU, EIB, Citi, and BIDInvest.
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🚀 XP Update - Double XP Event Rewards
The latest XP update includes rewards from a previous Double XP event in NYC.
Key Points:
• New XP update is live.
• Includes rewards from the NYC Double XP event.
• Event success attributed to OpenSea, VisitSugartown, Moonsheepverse, and Ruyui Studios.
🔗 Resources:
• Abstract Chain Portal ↗ - Access to XP rewards
🤖 Zilliqa 2.0 Staked Zil Migration
This article describes the migration of staked Zil to the Zilliqa 2.0 platform.
Key Points:
• Tokens, NFTs, and accounts automatically migrated.
• Stakers must manually migrate to continue earning rewards.
• Migration involves unstaking, claiming rewards, sending Zil, and staking on the new platform.
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💡 Medieval Dynasty Tip - VR Sickle Usage
This article provides a tip on using the VR sickle in Medieval Dynasty.
Key Points:
• VR sickle increases crop yield.
• Works for reeds, berries, and mushrooms.
• Improves efficiency over manual collection.
🔗 Resources:
• Medieval Dynasty New Settlement ↗ - Meta Quest experience
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💡 NFT Community Reflection
This post reflects on the shrinking NFT community, suggesting a potential disconnect between the community's culture and some participants' values.
Key Points:
• NFT community has shrunk.
• Potential causes include financial factors and cultural disconnect.
• Emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and open communication.
🚀 Spectacles Community Challenge
This article announces the Spectacles Community Challenge #4, with a prize pool of $22,000.
Key Points:
• Create new or update existing Lenses.
• Explore open-source options in Lens Studio.
• Prize pool of $22,000, with a top prize of $5,000.
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🚀 Shapelab Lite Summer Update
The Shapelab Lite Summer Update is available, offering enhanced sculpting capabilities on Meta Quest 3/3S.
Key Points:
• Shapelab Lite Summer Update is live.
• Offers expanded sculpting features on Meta Quest 3/3S.
• Free with a Shapelab 2025 subscription (limited-time offer).
🔗 Resources:
• ShapelabVR ↗ - Access to Shapelab Lite and subscription
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🤖 Generative Model as Pseudo-3D Engine
This post explores the potential of generative models to function as pseudo-3D engines for converting object transforms into narrative forms.
Key Points:
• Exploring the use of generative models as pseudo-3D engines.
• Converting object transforms into narrative forms.
• Fascinating potential for scene synthesis.
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✨ Web3 Event - The Last Lap
This article summarizes a Web3 event featuring blockchain technology, networking, and entertainment.
Key Points:
• Web3 event combining innovation and entertainment.
• Focused on blockchain technology and networking.
• Features collaborations and positive interactions.
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