Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 09/27 – The First Meaningful AR Product To Hit These Shores?
Sep 27, 2022
FTX US aggressively acquires Voyager Digital’s assets during their bankruptcy. Meta reveals that Russia has launched a significant disinformation campaign amidst the war. The spotlight shines on Nreal’s new Air AR glasses, introducing affordable augmented reality to the U.S. market. Walmart dives into the metaverse, creating engaging experiences for younger shoppers. Plus, insights into an open metaverse vision are introduced via a white paper from the sci-fi writer who coined the term. Tech trends and consumer engagement are evolving rapidly!
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FTX Acquires Voyager
- Sam Bankman-Fried's FTX US won the auction for Voyager Digital's assets for $1.4 billion.
- This follows several earlier attempts by FTX to bail out or acquire Voyager.
Russian Disinformation Campaign
- Meta uncovered a large Russian disinformation campaign impersonating news websites.
- The campaign spread anti-Ukraine content across Europe.
Nreal Air AR Glasses Launch
- Chinese startup Nreal launched its Air AR glasses in the US for $379.
- These glasses offer iPhone support with a $59 dongle and are a cheaper alternative to the Nreal Light.
