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Games
fromGamesBeat
1 day ago

WorldBuilder Summit launches awards for user-generated content creators

GamesBeat Summit on May 18-19 in Los Angeles connects gaming leaders and celebrates user-generated content with the inaugural WorldBuilder Awards.
fromGamesBeat
2 days ago
LA real estate

WorldBuilder Summit draws 260 visitors for inaugural user-generated content conference

Games
fromGamesBeat
1 day ago

WorldBuilder Summit launches awards for user-generated content creators

GamesBeat Summit on May 18-19 in Los Angeles connects gaming leaders and celebrates user-generated content with the inaugural WorldBuilder Awards.
fromGamesBeat
2 days ago
LA real estate

WorldBuilder Summit draws 260 visitors for inaugural user-generated content conference

Arts
fromColossal
2 days ago

An Interactive Archive Celebrates the Wide Ranging Projects Inviting 'Unruly Play'

Play fosters creativity, connection, and challenges fixed ideas through interactive and participatory art projects.
Digital life
fromCGMagazine
2 days ago

The Living Room Is Tech's Next Battleground

The living room is evolving into a strategic digital space, with TVs becoming integrated platforms for media, commerce, and user engagement.
London
fromTime Out New York
1 day ago

Halo debuts as Lower Manhattan's newest event venue-and it is huge.

Halo is a new 30,000 square foot event venue in Lower Manhattan designed for immersive experiences and large crowds.
Real estate
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

How integrated fans and lighting are shaping comfort, design and efficiency in hospitality businesses

Premium indoor ceiling fans and lighting solutions enhance guest comfort and operational efficiency in hospitality venues.
#ai-in-gaming
Video games
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Google Exec Says Your Favorite Video Games Are Secretly Made With AI

AI is widely used in game development, with 90% of developers acknowledging its role in creating popular games.
Games
from48 hills
1 month ago

Is AI gaming ready for primetime? - 48 hills

Google demonstrated live AI-generated NPC dialogue at GDC 2026, with over 60 AI-related talks and events showcasing the gaming industry's focus on artificial intelligence integration.
Video games
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

AI was everywhere at gaming's big developer conference - except the games

AI tools were prevalent at GDC, but many developers oppose using AI in game development, valuing human creativity instead.
LA Clippers
fromThe Hockey Writers
2 weeks ago

The LA Kings Fan Experience at Crypto.com Arena - The Hockey Writers Latest News, Analysis & More

Crypto.com Arena, formerly Staples Center, is a premier venue in Los Angeles, hosting major sports teams and entertainment events since 1999.
fromwww.thesanjoseblog.com
2 days ago

Throne Smart Restroom in Arena Green West Near SAP Center

The Throne unit arrived in Guadalupe River Park directly across from SAP Center and delivered a clean, efficient experience for park visitors and event crowds.
Roam Research
Yoga
fromDesign Milk
2 days ago

Basic Space: Designed for Calm, Built for Community

Basic Space in Camberwell is an inviting yoga studio designed to foster inclusivity and community through its thoughtful architecture and materials.
#magic
Remodel
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Inside a YouTube Magician's Fun House

Justin Flom's creatively designed home features unique magic-themed elements that have gained immense popularity on social media platforms.
Chicago
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Chicago just built the largest magic venue in the world-take a peek inside

The Hand & The Eye is a new magic venue in Chicago, transforming the McCormick mansion into a 35,000 square foot experience.
Remodel
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Inside a YouTube Magician's Fun House

Justin Flom's creatively designed home features unique magic-themed elements that have gained immense popularity on social media platforms.
Chicago
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Chicago just built the largest magic venue in the world-take a peek inside

The Hand & The Eye is a new magic venue in Chicago, transforming the McCormick mansion into a 35,000 square foot experience.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

360-degree cameras have a new superpower

Splatica enables DIY 3D world creation using consumer 360-degree cameras and a subscription service for easy uploads and processing.
#sports-marketing
fromDigiday
2 days ago
Marketing tech

Sports guidance to brands from three sources: Keep the fan top of mind and you might just win

Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Sports guidance to brands from three sources: Keep the fan top of mind and you might just win

Agencies are leveraging AI in sports marketing, but caution is needed to maintain fan trust and understanding.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
1 month ago

Own it or miss it: how tech is harnessing sports moments in marketing

Sport serves as a powerful global brand engagement tool, enabling companies like Mastercard and Sportradar to build deeper customer connections through real-time data and immersive fan experiences in fragmented media landscapes.
fromSempreMilan
2 days ago

San Siro design getting closer with fan feedback taken into consideration

The design should be unveiled in the summer, most likely before July, giving fans a first glimpse of the finished product with expected modifications along the way.
AC Milan
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The cinema lab: brain activity tracked to find secret to creating immersive films

Researchers at the University of Bristol study audience reactions to films using biometric data to improve filmmaking techniques.
fromThesanjoseblog
3 days ago

Arena Green Park Receives Major Makeover Next to SAP Center

The city directed $1.1 million into the project while the San Jose Sharks contributed $200,000 to help activate this key green space and strengthen connections across downtown neighborhoods.
San Jose Sharks
Media industry
fromDigiday
4 days ago

Why live streaming is a borderless $4 billion global opportunity

The shift to streaming platforms is transforming live event viewing, requiring advanced programmatic advertising solutions for global audiences.
Privacy technologies
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

Roblox Can't Seem To Keep Anyone Happy Right Now

Roblox struggles to balance user safety and enjoyment amid criticism and regulatory pressure over its age verification and safety measures.
Berlin music
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

An evening suspended in sound in New York City celebrating Theatre des Champs-Elysees | amNewYork

The voice transcends language, conveying deep emotions through sound, as experienced in a gathering of cultural figures in New York City.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
5 days ago

numa immersive projection system rethinks elevator as responsive spatial environment

NUMA introduces a visual layer that operates independently of the existing structure, allowing it to be implemented across different elevator types without structural intervention.
UX design
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
5 days ago

How AI Avatars Are Turning Static Documents Into Interactive Learning Experiences

Transforming traditional documents into interactive learning experiences enhances engagement and retention in training.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

If Your Audience Isn't Interacting, Your Brand Is Just an Illusion

Building a meaningful brand requires patience, genuine value, and trust, focusing on audience engagement rather than vanity metrics.
US news
fromFast Company
1 week ago

America's 'Laser Dome' starts here

The U.S. military is set to deploy high-energy laser weapons for air defense against weaponized drones after a safety agreement with the FAA.
Music production
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

GRAI believes AI can make music more social, not replace artists | TechCrunch

GRAI focuses on empowering artists and enhancing music engagement through AI, prioritizing remixing and social interaction over generating music from scratch.
Chicago Blackhawks
fromDefector
1 week ago

Someone Appears To Be Stuck On The Jumbotron | Defector

Virginia Tech's spring game faced unexpected chaos with a skydiver incident, overshadowing the new coaching era under James Franklin after a challenging previous season.
NYC music
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

This New App Helps You Revisit Great Concerts

A new app called Gigs consolidates live music experiences by importing data from various sources, enhancing the concertgoer experience.
Silicon Valley
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

Meta continues Reality Labs layoffs as even larger cuts reportedly loom

Meta laid off over 700 employees in California, primarily from its Reality Labs division, amid ongoing financial losses and plans for further global cuts.
Social media marketing
fromThedrum
1 week ago

The State Of Influencer Marketing In Gaming

The gaming industry is rapidly growing, with revenues expected to reach $503.14 billion by 2025, driven by mobile gaming and influencer marketing.
Design
fromDesign Milk
2 days ago

Aesop Presents The Factory of Light Installation in Milan

Aesop's new Aposē luminaire reflects the brand's minimalist aesthetic and is showcased in a unique installation during Milan Design Week.
Video games
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

'We Are Xbox': read the memo defining Microsoft's gaming future

Xbox has evolved to connect over 500 million players but faces challenges in features, pricing, and meeting new player expectations.
Marketing tech
fromeLearning Industry
3 days ago

D-ID Launches "Agentic Videos" For Interactive AI Experiences

D-ID launched Agentic Videos, transforming traditional video into interactive experiences with real-time AI agents for enhanced viewer engagement.
fromianVisits
3 days ago

Tickets alert: Giant inflatable 'Luminarium' to pop up at Battersea Power Station

Luxart is a site-specific Luminarium created by Alan Parkinson for Battersea Power Station, composed of softly glowing chambers you can explore.
London
#metaverse
Digital life
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Meta is actually keeping its VR metaverse running, for now

The metaverse represents a digital space where people mentally transport themselves through devices, disconnecting from physical presence despite being physically present with others.
Digital life
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Meta is actually keeping its VR metaverse running, for now

The metaverse represents a digital space where people mentally transport themselves through devices, disconnecting from physical presence despite being physically present with others.
Games
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

What my zen week with a virtual power-washer taught me about gaming and life | Imogen West-Knights

Simulation games have surged in popularity, with a market growth from $4.86bn in 2020 to an expected $21bn by 2030.
Digital life
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

The surprising origin of 4 features that superglue kids and adults to screens

Social media companies are liable for harming children through addictive design features similar to those in gambling.
#rave-culture
#virtual-reality
Growth hacking
fromInfoQ
1 week ago

From VR to Flat Screens: Bridging the Input and Immersion Gap

The future of VR and wearables is focused on natural interaction and immersion, despite current market limitations.
Growth hacking
fromInfoQ
1 week ago

From VR to Flat Screens: Bridging the Input and Immersion Gap

The future of VR and wearables is focused on natural interaction and immersion, despite current market limitations.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
1 week ago

What Is Immersive Learning In Corporate Training? Examples, Benefits, And Strategies

Immersive learning enhances corporate training by providing realistic, interactive experiences that improve engagement and on-the-job performance.
Video games
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

AI Dungeon maker Latitude unveils Voyage, a platform for creating AI-powered RPGs | TechCrunch

AI-powered RPG platform Voyage allows players to design unique gaming worlds and interact with unscripted NPCs.
Video games
fromwww.theverge.com
6 days ago

Fortnite developers can make AI characters now just don't try to date them

Epic Games introduces an AI conversations tool for Fortnite, allowing creators to develop unscripted, interactive NPCs for player engagement.
fromTime Out New York
2 weeks ago

Edge is getting a wild immersive makeover this summer

The entire indoor journey, from entry to elevator to the 100th floor, has been reimagined as a multi-sensory, immersive environment. The overhaul comes via a collaboration between experiential design firm Journey, multimedia studio Moment Factory and NYC-based design outfit SOFTlab.
NYC music
#experiential-marketing
Marketing
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Brands are getting more physical

Marketers are increasingly focusing on physical experiences to foster human connection and emotional engagement with consumers.
fromThe Drum
2 months ago
Marketing tech

Experiential provides tech brands things that other channels can't

Experiential marketing helps tech brands build trust, demonstrate complex products, and engage consumers emotionally through tangible, immersive experiences that drive trial and commitment.
Marketing
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Brands are getting more physical

Marketers are increasingly focusing on physical experiences to foster human connection and emotional engagement with consumers.
Video games
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

The Dodgers of esports: How L.A.'s Liquid Guild won the attention of over 100,000 people

The Race to World First in World of Warcraft is a competitive event where teams race to complete difficult content first, requiring extensive preparation and teamwork.
Video games
fromThedrum
1 week ago

Why Brands Need To Pick Up The Controller And Level Up In The Gaming World

The pandemic significantly increased gaming engagement, with mobile gaming becoming a key focus for brands and content creators.
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Today's Atlantic Trivia: Video Games

Nintendo was founded in 1889, the same year the Eiffel Tower opened in Paris, starting as a manufacturer of Japanese playing cards.
Games
#arc-raiders
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Seeking connection': the video game where players stopped shooting and started talking

Many players of Arc Raiders engage in non-violent gameplay, surprising developers and raising questions about human behavior in competitive environments.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Seeking connection': the video game where players stopped shooting and started talking

Many players of Arc Raiders engage in non-violent gameplay, surprising developers and raising questions about human behavior in competitive environments.
#meta-horizon-worlds
Tech industry
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Meta Will Keep Horizon Worlds Alive in VR 'for the Foreseeable Future'

Meta reversed its decision to shut down Horizon Worlds in VR, keeping the platform operational for existing games after user feedback, while discontinuing new content creation and major investments.
Tech industry
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Meta Will Keep Horizon Worlds Alive in VR 'for the Foreseeable Future'

Meta reversed its decision to shut down Horizon Worlds in VR, keeping the platform operational for existing games after user feedback, while discontinuing new content creation and major investments.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

How online casinos have replicated the casino hall gaming experience - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Modern platforms use advanced graphics, realistic animations, and carefully designed interfaces that echo the layout and feel of physical gaming floors, enhancing the online casino experience.
Digital life
Video games
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

Heated Arc Raiders Debate Between PvE And PvP Players Goes Viral

A PvE player confronted a PvP player in Arc Raiders, raising questions about player expectations in PvP-enabled games.
Online Community Development
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

How Event Technology Is Transforming Business Conferences and Networking

Event technology transforms business conferences from unstructured networking into data-driven, intentional environments that create meaningful connections and measurable outcomes.
fromThedrum
1 month ago

ExM Live Forum: Connecting the physical and the digital through Live Events

With brands increasingly looking to mixed reality (AR, VR, contextual) technology to create engaging event experiences, the inaugural ExM Live Forum brings together industry thought-leaders to share insights in an events sector ripe for digital transformation.
London startup
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

150 million users later, Roblox competitor Rec Room is shutting down

"We never quite figured out how to make Rec Room a sustainably profitable business, and our costs always ended up overwhelming the revenue we brought in."
Video games
Marketing
fromFast Company
1 month ago

AI will power Fandom from spectator to co-star

Generative AI enables media companies to maintain constant fan engagement by scaling personalized content creation beyond traditional production limits, transforming passive consumers into active co-creators within brand-safe parameters.
Music
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

How This $2 Billion Sound Company is Trying to Change Live Sports

Sweetwater is betting immersive audio and invisible technology will make live sports experiences centered on sound, feeling, and emotion, enhancing premium fan engagement.
Travel
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Immerse yourself in Vegas: High-tech attractions take a trip to the next level

Las Vegas offers immersive experiences across entertainment, dining, and technology, with attractions like Area 15 and Interstellar Arc representing cutting-edge virtual reality destinations that transform traditional tourism.
fromMbtn
2 months ago

Take Your Seats

So another word about tickets. They did finally announce single-game tickets were going on sale, but only for games though June. It's not enough to keep season plans limited to those requiring fans to buy more tickets than they can use, feeding the secondary markets which the Mets also get a cut of, but "make-your-own-plan" fans like me who've reliably occupied seats for decades,
New York Mets
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Google's Project Genie lets you generate your own interactive worlds

This past summer, Google DeepMind debuted Genie 3. It's what's known as a world world, an AI system capable of generating images and reacting as the user moves through the environment the software is simulating. At the time, DeepMind positioned Genie 3 as a tool for training AI agents. Now, it's making the model available to people outside of Google to try with Project Genie.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How Google's new AI could change videogames forever

Project Genie, which is currently only available for Google's AI Ultra subscribers, uses AI to build virtual worlds. That sounds interesting, if not necessarily revolutionary. Videogame developers already model and build virtual worlds all the time. Project Genie's simple concept, though, belies the tech's potential impact. The new system, and the Genie 3 model behind it, have the potential to forever change how videogames are built and played.
Software development
#mixed-reality
Remodel
fromwww.archdaily.com
2 months ago

Athletics Arena / Archas

Indoor athletics addition integrates with Dariaus and Gireno Stadium, prioritizing contextual integration, material authenticity, and spatial fluidity to reinforce the site's cultural significance.
UX design
fromMedium
2 months ago

Spatial vibe coding: prototyping immersive reality with AI

AI-driven vibe coding enables rapid prototyping of spatial XR experiences, producing functional 3D canvases with WebXR, frameworks, and production-ready toolchains.
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Minecraft World Is A New Theme Park With Its Own Roller Coaster

Minecraft World will cost £50 million to develop and will feature a world-first coaster, themed retail and dining, plus a host of fan favourites and ridiculous fun from the Minecraft universe.
Video games
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

The in-game advertising landscape: It isn't child's play

In-game advertising integrates branded placements into game environments to reach a large, mature gaming audience, but requires data-driven strategy for effectiveness.
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

PlayStation XR Glasses Concept Makes a Strong Case for Gaming-Focused AR Wearables - Yanko Design

PlayStation XR Glasses concept integrates subtle AR with the PS5 ecosystem, extending console experience via wearable virtual screens and familiar controller-like controls.
Remodel
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How the WM Phoenix Open's stadium hole became a blueprint for event design

The 16th hole at TPC Scottsdale was redesigned into a durable, reusable, modular structure that enhances fan experience while enabling environmental sustainability and regulatory compliance.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Why gaming is a such a key communications channel for retail marketers

Gaming is a mainstream, high-value channel retailers must engage, especially Gen Z gamers, via community-driven experiences on platforms like Twitch and Discord.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

In the killer world of online gaming, there are no hits any more just survivors

Highguard's rapid failure demonstrates that modern online games face extreme pressure to deliver immediate returns, leaving no room for player learning curves or developer iteration.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

How brands can align their interests with the interests of gamers

Brands can increase engagement and reach diverse audiences by integrating ads into interactive gaming experiences and aligning brand goals with player interests.
Arts
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

Immersive theatre town experience Phantom Peak is opening a new venue in London

Phantom Peak will close its Canada Water outpost in February 2026 and relocate to a larger Stratford venue opening summer 2026.
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Augmented reality is taking center stage in brand marketing

No app required: browser-based AR as the go-to for brand content Web-based AR, or WebAR, will see a significant increase in adoption in 2023. The simple, compelling promise of WebAR is that it allows consumers to access AR content via their browser, from anywhere in the world, with no app required. Whether you're on Android, iOS, or a future headset, all you'll need is web access to engage with the infinite possible experiences brands can bring to life through this technology.
Marketing tech
Video games
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Meta exec hopes VR teens will stick around

The VR gaming industry faces its roughest period in decades, with Meta cutting over 1,000 jobs and shutting down studios, while revenue growth relies heavily on free-to-play titles popular with young players.
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