1. We may be biased, but Tateru Nino's weekly Virtual Whirl column over at Massively is always worth a read - this week it has lots of Linden Lab staff movements and quite a bit more. 2. 2D social networks for avatars continue to thrive. One of the big success stories is Koinup, which has recently been adopted by Frenzoo. I've also had some conversations with recent entrant … [Read more...] about Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
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Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
1. The University of Western Australia continues to by the dynamo of Australian Second Life presences, announcing a fourth sim, Virtlantis as well as announcing the February winners of its ongoing 3D Art and Design Challenge. A record 74 entries were submitted for the month. It's hard to imagine a larger or more dynamic art installation in Second Life. 2. Linden Lab and John … [Read more...] about Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
The news and events keep on coming thick and fast: 1. There.com has announced its imminent closure due to funding issues. It's always sad to see a growing virtual world cease operation, particularly one that offered at least some level of content creation. Frenzoo are offering lifetime VIP accounts to content creators on There.com. All the details here. 2. Two OpenSim grids … [Read more...] about Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
1. As mentioned previously, Deakin University's Jon-Paul Cacioli is conducting a study on body image in virtual worlds. He needs around 300 males to complete the survey, and to date has received over 100 responses. If you have time, please take the survey. 2. If, like me, the idea of a Lego MMO appeals like hell to you, it's not too late to sign up for the closed beta. 3. … [Read more...] about Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
1. One of Second Life's most innovative content creators, Ordinal Malaprop, has shuttered his business. Find out why. 2. Forterra have had some business challenges over recent months including laying off staff at the end of 2009. Their OLIVE virtual environment has been bought out by the Science Applications International Corporation. All the details here - this will hopefully … [Read more...] about Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds