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Investigating Reality with VR Maven Mark Pesce
Article Feb 11, 2026

Investigating Reality with VR Maven Mark Pesce

VR pioneer Mark Pesce reflects on cyberspace’s unrealised promise, shared virtual worlds, and the slippery nature of “reality”.
RU Sirius 8 min read
AI afterlives transform grief and memory
News Jun 20, 2025

AI afterlives transform grief and memory

Exploring how advanced technology creates virtual versions of loved ones for emotional support and historical preservation.
Giulio Prisco 2 min read
New technology enables 3D reconstruction from just a few photos
News Nov 11, 2025

New technology enables 3D reconstruction from just a few photos

KAIST's SHARE method allows quick creation of virtual spaces using ordinary images, bypassing the need for precise measurements or many photos.
Giulio Prisco 2 min read
Genie 3 AI creates interactive worlds
News Aug 6, 2025

Genie 3 AI creates interactive worlds

New world model generates diverse, real-time environments from text prompts for navigation and learning, advancing AI research and creativity.
Giulio Prisco 2 min read
xAI is reportedly developing world models in AI race
News Oct 13, 2025

xAI is reportedly developing world models in AI race

Elon Musk's company xAI is reportedly hiring specialists to create advanced AI that can understand and interact with the physical world, targeting uses in games and robots.
Giulio Prisco 2 min read