May 31
09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
May 31
09:35 AM - 10:00 AM
May 31
10:05 AM - 10:30 AM
May 31
10:35 AM - 11:00 AM
Description
A fireside chat with Rony Abovitz, CEO of Sun and Thunder (founder of Magic Leap and MAKO Surgical), and his podcast co-host, Forbes tech columnist Charlie Fink. Rony will discuss why he thinks we're in a difficult but necessary middle "Gemini" phase (Mercury-Gemini-Apollo) before a deeper convergence of multiple technologies enables a full flowering of the XR seeds we have been planting for the past ten years, and the five decades before that.
Speakers
Founder & CEO
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Sun and Thunder
Tech Columnist, Author, Podcaster
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Forbes
May 31
01:00 PM - 01:25 PM
Description
"What are the AR Use Cases?" It's a question we get asked all the time as platform builders, but the truth is that this space has been so inundated with visions of the future that it's easy to overlook the fact that XR is here today with solid practical use cases... if you know where to look and how to look for it. Pull back the veil on the mysteries of XR as we explore case studies on XR as a value driver today and answer the philosophical question of "What would make me put on AR glasses not tomorrow, not someday, but today?" The answers may surprise you.
Speakers
Director of Product Management
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Qualcomm
May 31
02:30 PM - 03:25 PM
Description
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already having a significant influence on the Metaverse and the intersection of AI and the Metaverse will become increasingly evident as AI evolves and the Metaverse grows.
AI can be used to create more realistic and engaging experiences in virtual worlds, intelligent avatars that can engage with users in a more natural way, and personalized content in real-time. All of this can improve the overall experience for users. Furthermore, AI can be used to create more efficient and scalable infrastructure for the Metaverse, enabling more users to participate and interact with each other.
However, there will be challenges as well, such as biases in algorithms that perpetuate harmful stereotypes, false or manipulated content leading to misinformation, and questions about privacy and security.
This expert panel will discuss the issues and how AI might potentially transform how we interact with others in immersive spaces.
Speakers
Producer
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Voices of VR Podcast
Managing Partner
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WXR Fund
Chief Metaverse Officer
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Creative Artists Agency Inc
China President
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HTC
May 31
03:40 PM - 04:05 PM
Description
Industry veterans Amy Peck and Avi Bar-Zeev debate the latest XR, Metaverse and Web3 trends, dissecting the hype, finding the heroes, and maybe even coming out with a new calling. Topics: AI, Web3, Metaverse, Glasses
Speakers
Founder/CEO
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EndeavorXR
President
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XR Guild
May 31
04:35 PM - 05:00 PM
Description
Discover the secrets of success. Any organization focused on piloting, deploying, and/or scaling XR technology would benefit from this presentation.
Speakers
Director - Principal PM
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Microsoft
May 31
05:05 PM - 06:00 PM
Description
Are you sitting on the sidelines trying to understand what the next decade of fashion and beauty will bring? Get a front-row seat to one of the hottest discussions to hit the AWE runway. Hear from today's most relevant brands and from luxury, fashion, beauty, and culture leaders on why fashion and beauty are leading the way when it comes to Metaverse and Emerging Tech adoption. The panel will explore:
• How brands are using virtual spokespeople to connect with new audiences
• What Generative AI has to do with the metaverse and its impact on fashion and beauty
• How gaming is becoming Gen Alpha’s new social network
• How brands are preparing for a future with AR glasses
• Innovative real-world examples that illustrate why fashion, beauty and luxury are leading the way
Speakers
Chief Metaverse Officer
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Journey
VP of Digital Innovation
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LVMH
Founder & CEO
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5th Column
