The latest VOXReality newsletter details the recent strategic developments and research milestones as the project advances its mission to integrate AI with Extended Reality.
Highlights:
General Assembly in Amsterdam: Hosted by the Distributed & Interactive Systems (DIS) Group at CWI, the consortium met to synchronize R&D efforts, review internal technology demos, and plan the upcoming pilot phases for all work packages.
Voice-Driven Virtual Events: The project is developing new AI models to enable language-driven interactions within XR. This research aims to make virtual and hybrid events more natural, accessible, and engaging for global audiences.
User-Centered Design: Development is focused on a comprehensive assessment of user requirements to ensure that VR Conferences, Augmented Theatres, and Training Assistants address specific industry needs and user preferences.
Platform & Hardware Exploration: Technical updates include the use of Mozilla Hubs for immersive social experiences and a guide to selecting AR devices and modes to suit evolving professional environments.
Immersive Tech Week 2023
The VOXReality team will be participating in Immersive Tech Week 2023 in Rotterdam, hosting sessions on:
Optimizing NLP model training for XR to reduce latency and environmental impact.
Navigating Horizon Europe funding opportunities for XR startups and founders.