XRA CEO TO SERVE AS CHAIR, DELIVER OPENING AND CLOSING REMARKS AT THE AUGMENTED ENTERPRISE SUMMIT IN HOUSTON, TX

Houston, TX – On Thursday, October 26, XRA’s CEO, Elizabeth Hyman, will be giving opening and closing remarks as chair at the Augmented Enterprise Summit in Houston, Texas. The Augmented Enterprise Summit is one of the largest, longest-running, and most comprehensive events dedicated to the business and industrial applications of XR and other metaverse-related emerging […]
THE XR ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES THE UPCOMING RELEASE OF THE SECOND ITERATION OF THE “INTO THE DIGITAL WORLD” INFOGRAPHIC

Washington, D.C. – The XR Association, a prominent trade association representing the augmented, virtual, and mixed reality ecosystem, is proud to announce the upcoming release of the second iteration of its comic book illustration, “Into the Digital World.” This new installment will focus on user trust, safety, and privacy, and the resources for users to […]
TUNE INTO THE FINAL EPISODE OF “IMMERSIVE INSIGHTS: REALITY CHECK”

Washington, D.C. – In the final episode of XRA’s policy-focused mini-series, Immersive Insights: Reality Check, host Joan O’Hara, XRA’s Senior Vice President of Public Policy, is joined by Adam Thierer, Senior Resident Fellow for Technology & Innovation at the R Street Institute. O’Hara and Thierer discuss the domestic and foreign regulatory frameworks surrounding new technologies […]
XRA CEO, LIZ HYMAN, HIGHLIGHTED THE IMPORTANCE OF XR FOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AT GEORGE MASON’S IM-TECH CONFERENCE

Arlington, VA – Last month, Elizabeth Hyman, CEO of the XR Association, participated in a panel discussion at George Mason University’s Learning Multiverse: Immersive Technologies in Training and Education conference. The discussion, titled “Understanding the Practical Applications of IM-TECH: A Consumer’s Perspective,” featured expert speakers alongside Hyman, including Sophia Moshasha (VR/AR Association DC Chapter), John […]
CHECK OUT THE LATEST EPISODE OF “IMMERSIVE INSIGHTS: XR IN THE CLASSROOM”

Washington, D.C. – The newest episode of Immersive Insights: XR in the Classroom, Navigating Logistical Demands is now available for listening on all major streaming platforms. XRA’s Senior VP of Research and Best Practices, Stephanie Montgomery, is joined by Taz Abbas, Senior Manager of Distribution and Channel Partnerships at HTC Vive, and Jonathan Teske, CEO […]
XRA’S SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF PUBLIC POLICY TO SPEAK AT AWE EU

Vienna, Austria – On October 25, 2023, XRA’s Senior Vice President of Public Policy, Joan O’Hara, will join a panel discussion at the Augmented World Expo in Vienna, Austria. The panel discussion, titled “Regulating the Future: What’s Next for Metaverse Policy?” will explore how policymakers around the world are making sense of the metaverse, virtual […]
XR ADVISORY COUNCIL (XRAC) CONVENES FINAL WORKING GROUP ON NORMS & BEHAVIORS IN IMMERSIVE SPACES

Washington, D.C. – On June 28 and July 20, 2023, the XR Association’s Future of XR Advisory Council (XRAC) held its fifth and final working group meeting, bringing together thought leaders, company executives, and advocates in the XR industry working at the intersection of tech and inclusion. The working group is one of five overall and will contribute […]
XRA CEO TO MODERATE TWO FIRESIDE CHATS AT THE SECOND ANNUAL METAVERSE SUMMIT 2023

Los Angeles, CA – The Economist’s second annual Metaverse Summit will be held on October 10, 2023, in Los Angeles, CA. This event will bring together senior industry leaders, policymakers, innovators and technology experts to discuss the business benefits the metaverse promises, and how to unlock new revenue streams. Expert speakers and policymakers will offer a wealth of use […]
THE XR ASSOCIATION DIVES INTO KEY XR POLICY ISSUES, HIGHLIGHTS MEMBER COMPANIES AT THIRD ANNUAL AR/VR POLICY CONFERENCE IN WASHINGTON, DC

Washington, D.C. – On Thursday, September 14, 2023, the XR Association (XRA) and the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) co-hosted the third annual AR/VR Policy Conference in Washington, D.C. The hybrid event featured multiple panels and lightning talks from key XR industry representatives and champions. The conference highlighted XR technology’s responsible advancement and legislation across […]
XRA INTRODUCES “IMMERSIVE INSIGHTS: XR IN THE CLASSROOM” AN EDUCATION FOCUSED LIMITED SERIES ON XR TECHNOLOGY

Washington, D.C. – The XR Association is proud to announce the release of the education-focused mini-series, “XR in the Classroom,” as part of the Immersive Insights podcast. The episode is available for streaming on all major platforms. This first episode in the mini-series is hosted by XRA’s Senior Vice President of Research and Best Practices, […]