⊲ The Debrief ⊳ Physicists propose that mathematical theorems from Gödel, Tarski and Chaitin demonstrate why the universe cannot be a computer simulation. Their argument suggests that since...
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Simulation Weekly News
In last week's Simulation News we saw that the Bundeswehr approved Rheinmetall’s VBS4 Puma Simulator, a modular system featuring full-size replica cabins for realistic operational practice,...
VR, AR, AI Reshape Med‑Edu
⊲ Intelligent Living ⊳ The article discusses the evolving landscape of medical education, particularly in regenerative medicine, where traditional teaching methods are becoming inadequate. To...
VR’s New Power Players Emerge
⊲ GamesIndustry.biz ⊳ A new wave of 13–24-year-olds is emerging as key drivers of VR’s future. Described as “VR natives”, they are growing up with immersive technology and prioritising shared,...
Learning Anatomy in the Metaverse
⊲ Metro ⊳ The article discusses how ACG Schools in New Zealand are using VR technology to enhance education. In a Year 11 PE class, students explore a 3D model of the human body, allowing them to...
We are Not Living in a Simulation
⊲ IFLScience ⊳ A new study by astrophysicist Franco Vazza challenges the popular idea that our reality might be a computer simulation, as depicted in films like The Matrix. Vazza concludes that...
XR Helps to Drive EdTech Market
⊲ EdTech Innovation Hub ⊳ According to IMARC Group, the global EdTech market is forecast to reach $721 billion by 2033, up from $250 billion in 2024, fuelled by immersive tools including AR and VR,...
A “Flight Simulator” For Pastors
⊲ CBN ⊳ Indiana's Taylor University has introduced PREACH Labs, a 'pulpit simulator' designed to improve pastoral preaching skills. The program immerses pastors in a realistic church setting...
Overcoming Public Speaking Nerves With VR
⊲ The Guardian ⊳ A new free online platform has been launched to help people overcome their fear of public speaking through virtual reality. Created by Dr Chris Macdonald from Cambridge University,...
AI May Enhance Real Human Connections
⊲ World Economic Forum ⊳ Philip Rosedale, creator of Second Life, argues that the Metaverse's success hinges on fostering genuine human connections rather than just improving visuals. He emphasises...
Visit a Museum from Anywhere
⊲ Museums + Heritage ⊳ The University of Glasgow has launched a virtual museum dedicated to pioneering scientist Lord Kelvin as part of a £5.6m "Museums in the Metaverse" initiative. This virtual...
Meta’s “Metaversities” XR Initiative Announced
| Meta | Meta has introduced an educational beta programme for its Quest headsets in collaboration with over a dozen universities across the US, UK and EU, enabling feedback on VR and...