XRA’S BASIC BELIEFS ON PRIVACY
The XR Association and members of the XRA Policy Committee developed a list of six basic beliefs that should undergird the XR industry’s approach to data privacy and security: The initiative represents only one of a series of XRA-led efforts to address the unique privacy challenges XR technology implies. Earlier in 2022, XRA launched the Future […]
XRA CEO APPLAUDS PASSAGE OF THE AMERICA COMPETES ACT 2022
February 4, 2022 — Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the America COMPETES Act of 2022, which designates “immersive technologies” as a key technology focus area for U.S. research and development in the 21st century. “We applaud the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the America COMPETES Act, which includes important provisions to ensure […]
CONGRESSIONAL TECH STAFFERS EXPERIENCE LIMITLESS POTENTIAL OF XR TECHNOLOGIES AT XRA AND CTSA-HOSTED DEMO
Wednesday, January 26, 2022 – The XR Association (XRA) hosted a reception with the Congressional Tech Staff Association (CTSA) to showcase virtual and augmented reality technologies and their limitless potential to support workforce development, training, and upskilling. Congressional staff interacted with hardware provided by XRA member companies, including the Cognixion ONE device, HTC Vive, Meta […]
XRA 2022 KICKOFF: Reflections On 2021 and A Look Ahead to 2022
Throughout 2021, the world saw an acceleration in the use of, and interest in, XR technologies. There was a seismic shift towards creating applications and devices that will bring everyone into the virtual world. Collectively, the XR industry made great strides in both personal and enterprise use of XR. As the industry prepared for expansion, […]
XRA SUBMITS COMMENTS IN RESPONSE TO OSTP RFI ON BIOMETRICS
January 14, 2022 — The XR Association submitted comments in response to the Office of Science and Technology Policy’s Request for Information on Public and Private Sector Uses of Biometric Technologies issued in October 2021. XRA’s comments highlighted the unprecedented benefits to society from the use of XR technologies, and how the XR industry is […]
XRA’S 2021 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 CEO TOUTS GAME-CHANGING NATURE OF XR AT BPC EVENT
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021 – XRA’s Liz Hyman was featured in an article by The Well News (TWN), Experts Say XR Tech Is More Than Gaming and Entertainment, focused on the webinar, “More Than Gaming: How Governments, Businesses, and Individuals are Using Immersive Technologies” hosted by XRA and the Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC). The panel […]
AUGMENTED AND VIRTUAL REALITY POLICY CONFERENCE ORGANIZED BY ITIF AND XRA
On October 21, XRA and the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) hosted the Augmented and Virtual Reality Policy Conference. The first of its kind, the conference explored the role of policy in AR/VR innovation and identified priority areas for policymakers to consider as these technologies continue to expand. Sessions included discussions on trust and safety […]
XRA FEATURED IN XR TODAY INTERVIEW
Monday, August 16th, 2021 — XRA’s Joan O’Hara was featured in an interview by XR Today, “US Must Adopt XR To Secure Tech Future,” focused on why Congress should champion XR technologies. She discusses the future of XR and the importance of lawmakers including immersive technologies in the US Innovation and Competition Act (USICA), as […]
CONGRESS SHOULD FUTURE PROOF AMERICAN INFRASTRUCTURE WITH IMMERSIVE TECHNOLOGY
As Congress works on legislation to develop a modern, sustainable American infrastructure for the next century, lawmakers will focus on traditional projects like improving roads, tunnels, and bridges. They will also consider investment in clean energy and efficient transportation networks. In addition, Congress will think through how best to prepare America’s workforce to build and maintain […]