XRA CEO MODERATED XR AND AI PANEL AT THE AUGMENTED ENTERPRISE SUMMIT 2024
Dallas, TX – Earlier today, Elizabeth Hyman, CEO of the XR Association, moderated a panel discussion at the Augmented Enterprise Summit 2024 in Dallas, Texas. The panel, titled “Connected Workplace: Pairing XR with AI & Other Emerging Technologies,” explored how XR can be paired with AI and other emerging technologies to improve business outcomes. Hyman […]
XR ASSOCIATION TO HOST FOURTH WEBINAR FOCUSED ON RESPECT AND DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE
Washington, D.C. – Join the XR Association for an insightful exploration of the intersection between immersive technology and diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. On Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at 2:00 PM EST, XRA’s Charting the Future of Immersive Technology series will feature its fourth webinar, “Respect and Diversity in the Workplace.” Moderated […]
REGISTER TODAY FOR XRA’S DEMO ON THE HILL AND ANNUAL ALL-MEMBER MEETING
Washington, D.C. – Mark your calendars! XRA is thrilled to announce that the XR Association’s annual All-Member Meeting is returning to Washington, D.C. for 2025. Once again, the All-Member Meeting will be aligned with XRA’s “Demo on the Hill.” Holding these two important events simultaneously means that not only will there be a forum for […]
XRA AND XR ACCESS LEAD COMMUNITY DISCUSSION ON NEURODIVERGENCE IN XR
Washington, D.C. – The Community Discussion Series on Neurodivergence in XR hosted by XR Access and the XR Association, held on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, brought together experts to explore how accessibility in immersive technologies can enhance the experience for neurodivergent individuals. The panel featured Olga Ivanova, CEO of VR Oxygen, who emphasized the importance […]
KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THE FOURTH ANNUAL AR/VR POLICY CONFERENCE
Washington, D.C. – On Thursday, September 12, 2024, the XR Association (XRA) and the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) hosted the fourth annual AR/VR Policy Conference in Washington, D.C. The hybrid event highlighted the growing use cases of immersive technology and the legislative and regulatory landscape facing XR technology across federal, state, and international […]
LEGISLATIVE LANDSCAPE: XR TECHNOLOGY GAINS GROUND IN 2024
Washington D.C. – The XR Association (XRA), the industry association representing the dynamic ecosystem of virtual, augmented and mixed reality companies, has been at the forefront of educating lawmakers about the transformative benefits of immersive technologies. Over the years, XRA has served as a trusted convener for industry, academia, policymakers and public interest groups exploring […]
EXPLORING NEURODIVERGENCE IN XR
Washington, D.C. – Register for the next installment of the XR Community Discussion series. XR Access and the XR Association are proud to convene academia, industry, and civil society for an interactive and informative discussion on how accessibility in immersive technology can improve the immersive experience for individuals with neurodivergence. Join XR Access and the […]
SPOTLIGHT ON XRA’S ECOMAP: CONNECTING TALENT WITH INDUSTRY OPPORTUNITIES
Washington, D.C. – The XR Association (XRA) unveiled the XR EcoMap in 2020, a groundbreaking tool designed to connect job seekers with employment opportunities within the immersive technology industry. Launched in collaboration with the WXR Fund and leading XR companies such as Meta and Qualcomm, the XR EcoMap serves as a comprehensive resource for individuals […]
REPRESENTATIVE SUZAN DELBENE TO DELIVER AFTERNOON KEYNOTE REMARKS AT THE AR/VR POLICY CONFERENCE
Washington, D.C. – The fourth annual AR/VR Policy Conference, scheduled for September 12th in Washington, D.C., is pleased to announce that Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (D-WA) will be delivering keynote remarks in the late morning. As a champion of XR technology and a leading advocate for innovation in Congress, Rep. DelBene’s insights will be a highlight […]
GAO REPORTS POSITIVE OUTCOMES OF USING IMMERSIVE TECHNOLOGY ACROSS A VARIETY OF FEDERAL CIVILIAN AGENCIES
Washington, D.C. – A new report published last week from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that most civilian federal agencies are using or planning to use immersive technologies in their offices. In response to the GAO’s survey, 17 of the 23 civilian agencies reported activities involving immersive technologies in fiscal years 2022 and 2023, […]