Over on Clickable Culture, Tony Walsh has pointed to Electric Sheep's ad network in development (beta sign-ups located here. Such developments will go down like a lead balloon with some residents and there's previously been a movement against the proliferation of ads. What's your thoughts? Would you place advertising on your land if you were paid? … [Read more...] about Electric Sheep have virtual ad network in development
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Virtual Melbourne has arrived
Melbourne Laneways is a new build featured on ABC Island. It was created by Gary Hazlitt and Ben Zabelin from The Project Factory on behalf of the ABC and Multimedia Victoria, who have produced an associated publication titled 'Would Your Business Benefit from a Second Life' (download here). The public launch was held this evening (Thursday night) at 7pm AEST with a good roll … [Read more...] about Virtual Melbourne has arrived
Australian developer offers international dialing in-world
Australian Second Life developer, Big-Bit has launched internet-to-phone and advertiser services for properties in SL. The partnership is with internet telephony provider, Wusic. What it allows is for residents to make phone calls to the real world. Their announcement claims: "Users will be able to enjoy voice services that will enhance their experiences in virtual … [Read more...] about Australian developer offers international dialing in-world
More than just the jitters? Australian business in Second Life
One of the most commonly reported aspects of SL is its relationship with RL business. A year ago, the reporting was predominantly rose-shaded and that continued up until recently when some US business reduced or ceased their SL presence. The mood change in the mainstream media was noticeable and to a large extent its continued. Even in the SL blogosphere there's arguably a more … [Read more...] about More than just the jitters? Australian business in Second Life
SecondLifeGrid.net launches – Linden Lab chases business a little harder
Linden Lab have announced the launch of SecondLifeGrid.net, dedicated to businesses and other organisations wanting to find out about the opportunities Second Life may present. Notice I said opportunities and not threats. I spent five minutes looking around the site and couldn't see any information alluding to the challenges and threats of doing business in SL, though to be … [Read more...] about SecondLifeGrid.net launches – Linden Lab chases business a little harder