1. Leading Second Life broadcaster Treet TV (formerly SLCN) has expanded its web presence by creating Treet Business. Two new business shows are on the way to complement the current lineup. The company has certainly come a long way since its 2007 launch. I'm looking forward to appearing on Tonight Live with Paisley Beebe next week to talk about internet filtering. 2. Kzero … [Read more...] about Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
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Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
1. Forterra have fallen upon hard times, laying off around half their workforce, according to an email we've received and as reported here. It's a shame to see any company lose so many employees - her's hoping Forterra are able to continue their work ongoing. 2. The dynamos at Kzero have updated a couple of their forecast charts. Active virtual worlds users is one of the most … [Read more...] about Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
1. Aussie Second Life resident Juanita Deharo is part of a new art project called Virtual Treeline, with an associated blog. 2. The Chinese government are further expanding their control of virtual worlds, with social games the latest target according to TechCrunch. 3. Earlier this year we covered PIVOTE, which was being used to undertake paramedic training in Second Life. … [Read more...] about Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
1. As we've covered previously, there's an enormous amount of activity going on in Second Life. There's regular presentations as well as streaming of parts of the real-world COP15 event. Here's where to check it out for yourself. 2. The Australia Council initiative, The Australian Centre of Virtual Art, has put a call-out for artists to participate in its 2010 virtual art lab. … [Read more...] about Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds
1. The University of Western Australia's presence in Second Life continues its dynamism with the ongoing 3D Art & Design Challenge. The picture to the left is an amazing miniature diorama with 15 events going on. It's something you need to see for yourself to appreciate, so take the time if you have it. 2. Singapore-based ExpatFinder.com are offering those moving to Berlin the … [Read more...] about Merged realities – events and issues for virtual worlds