XR ASSOCIATION ENDORSES THE REINTRODUCTION OF THE DIGITAL THERAPEUTICS ACT OF 2023
Washington, D.C. – Last week, the XR Association (XRA) endorsed S.723/H.R.1458, the bicameral, bipartisan Access to Prescription Digital Therapeutics Act of 2023, which would extend Medicare coverage for prescription digital therapeutics. The Act is sponsored by Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Shelly Moore Capito (R-WV) and Representatives Kevin Hern (OK-01) and Mike Thompson (CA-04). XR technology […]
XR ASSOCIATION HOSTS “XRA DEMO ON THE HILL” WITH MEMBERS OF CONGRESS AND STAFF
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Wednesday, February 8th, the XR Association hosted “XRA Demo on the Hill,” an exclusive demonstration event for Members of Congress and their staff. The event provided a unique opportunity for attendees to try out XR devices, software, and experiences from XRA member companies, including Accenture, Big Rock Creative, Google, HTC, Meta, […]
XR ASSOCIATION HIGHLIGHTS UPCOMING EVENTS IN 2023
Washington, DC – On Tuesday, January 17, 2023, the XR Association announced the first half of its 2023 calendar of events. With a diverse range of activities planned, there’s something for everyone. From industry conferences and workshops to networking events and meetups, XRA is dedicated to fostering the growth of the XR community. Stay tuned […]
XR ASSOCIATION TO HOST XR DEMONSTRATION ON CAPITOL HILL
Washington, DC — On Wednesday, February 8th, 2023, the XR Association will host “XRA Demo on the Hill,” an exclusive demonstration event for Members of Congress and their staff. The event will allow attendees to try out XR devices, software, and experiences from XRA member companies Accenture, Big Rock Creative, Cleanbox, Cognixion, Elm Park Labs, […]
XRA APPLAUDS THE INTRODUCTION OF CRITICAL XR WORKFORCE BILL
Representative Lisa Blunt Rochester introduces H.R. 9674 ‘Immersive Technology for the American Workforce’ Washington, DC – On Thursday, December 22, 2022, the XR Association (XRA), the trade association representing the growing ecosystem of companies powering virtual, augmented, and mixed reality (XR), is expressing support for H.R. 9674, a newly introduced XR workforce bill drafted by […]
XRA’S 2022 YEAR IN REVIEW
When we look back at all that we’ve accomplished, we could have only done it together. We are so proud of how far we’ve come and are ready for more. Here are some of the highlights!
XRA PARTICIPATES IN EU METAVERSE POLICY DISCUSSION HOSTED BY CENTER FOR DATA INNOVATION
On Tuesday, November 22nd, XRA’s Director of Public policy, Miranda Lutz, spoke on the panel, “How Should the EU Approach the Metaverse?” hosted by the Center for Data Innovation. Lutz addressed what policy issues EU policymakers should focus on in a possible metaverse initiative and highlighted the work XRA is doing to address these issues. […]
XR ASSOCIATION SUBMITS COMMENTS TO THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION’S ADVANCED NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULEMAKING (ANPR)
Washington, DC – On Monday, November 21st, 2022, the XR Association (XRA) submitted public comments in response to the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) on Commercial Surveillance and Data Security (R111004). XRA’s public comments discussed the importance of user trust and data security in facilitating safe and enjoyable XR experiences for […]
XR ASSOCIATION SUPPORTS REQUEST FOR THE GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
November 18, 2022 – Today, Senators Todd Young (R-IN), Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), and Roger Wicker (R-MS) sent a letter to the Government Accountability Office (GAO), urging the Office to investigate the adoption of immersive technologies across federal civilian agencies. Although immersive technology is still relatively nascent, it is already impacting sectors such as healthcare, education, […]
XRA TO HOST INAUGURAL “NATIONAL XR MONTH”
Members of the U.S. House of Representatives’ Reality Caucus Propose Congressional Resolution to Officially Designate November as National XR Month September 28, 2022 — The XR Association (XRA) will host the first annual “National XR Month” in November to drive awareness about the limitless potential of immersive technology, its responsible development and use. XR — […]