Virtual Reality (VR) stories - Page 3
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.
South Australia's tech workforce to double, adding AUD $5 billion
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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South Australia's tech workforce is set to nearly double by 2035, boosting the economy by AUD $5 billion and creating 49,000 new skilled jobs.
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.
Victoria's tech sector delivers $36 billion boost & jobs surge
Tue, 16th Sep 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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rpa
Victoria's tech sector adds $36 billion and employs over 300,400, with workforce expected to exceed 700,000 by 2035 amid strong upskilling efforts.
Cybersecurity training shifts focus to cut breach costs in 2024
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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breach prevention
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ai
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hybrid & remote work
Cybersecurity training is now key to cutting breach costs as organisations tackle rising digital threats and human error driving nearly 90% of incidents in 2024.
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.
Aussie & NZ firms lack infrastructure for agentic AI drive
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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edge computing
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partner programmes
76% of Aussie and NZ firms invest in agentic AI, yet only 20% have the infrastructure to support its full adoption, Unisys reports.
X Reality Group wins AUD $5.71m Texas public safety contract
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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ai
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law enforcement
X Reality Group has secured a AUD $5.71 million contract to supply its Operator XR training systems to the Texas Department of Public Safety by 2026.
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.
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.
Game review: Split Fiction (Nintendo Switch)
Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
Split Fiction, a witty co-op game by Hazelight Studios, offers 13 hours of fun on Nintendo Switch 2 for NZD $79, despite needing an extra controller and some technical cutbacks.
Apple launches visionOS 26 update with new spatial features
Tue, 10th Jun 2025
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martech
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personalisation
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cdp
Apple has previewed visionOS 26, introducing new spatial widgets, shared experiences, AI-powered photo scenes, and enhanced personalisation for Apple Vision Pro users.
Udemy launches Innovation Studio to accelerate AI-led upskilling
Tue, 20th May 2025
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digital transformation
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llms
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ai
Udemy has launched its Innovation Studio to fast-track AI-powered, personalised skills training, starting with a reskilling course for business leaders.
Wi-Fi 7 trials show doubled throughput & lower latency for firms
Thu, 8th May 2025
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uc
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
Wi-Fi 7 trials with AT&T, CommScope, and Intel show doubled throughput and reduced latency, enhancing enterprise connectivity and supporting next-gen applications.
Retailers boost performance with personalisation & new tech
Tue, 6th May 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Cloudinary's survey reveals 93% of retailers see up to 4x better results from personalisation, boosting online and in-store customer experiences globally.
Australian programme fosters resilience amid cost pressures
Tue, 6th May 2025
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ar, vr & metaverse
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productivity
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mental health
XVenture launches MindZen(xv), a program to boost resilience and emotional wellbeing for Australians amid rising cost-of-living pressures and economic challenges.
Personalised data & AI crucial for brands' future success
Fri, 2nd May 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Circana's new report reveals how brands can boost customer lifetime value through personalised commerce, leveraging data tech and predictive analytics.
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise unveils Private 5G solution with Celona tech
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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robots
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supply chain
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ar, vr & metaverse
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has unveiled its Private 5G solution, powered by Celona, to enhance IoT connectivity in complex enterprise environments.
NVIDIA unveils RTX PRO Blackwell GPUs for AI & design
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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uc
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data science
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digital twins
NVIDIA has unveiled its RTX PRO Blackwell series of GPUs, promising enhanced performance across industries such as AI and design, with significant boosts in productivity.
Afterpay revives 'Mystery Market' for immersive VR event
Thu, 13th Mar 2025
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cx
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martech
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bnpl
Afterpay is set to reintroduce its Mystery Market event during Afterpay Day, offering over AUD $100,000 in prizes and immersive virtual reality experiences.
VeVe expands into physical art with HAZARD: ODDY launch
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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blockchain
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ar, vr & metaverse
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digital art
VeVe has launched the HAZARD: ODDY series in collaboration with Korean artist Jonghun Ha, merging physical and digital art through blockchain technology.