Eyes on Apple to join quest for the metaverse
All eyes are on whether Apple will commit to releasing long-rumored VR or AR "goggles" at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference.
Sat Apr 08 2023
Are they for real? South Korean girl band offers glimpse into metaverse
MAVE live in the metaverse, their songs, dances, interviews and even their hairstyles created by web designers and artificial intelligence.
Wed Mar 15 2023
The metaverse is still struggling to convince, even among developers
Technical limitations also hinder the metaverse's move into the mainstream.
Sat Jan 28 2023
Tuvalu turns to the metaverse as rising seas threaten existence
Tuvalu plans to build a digital version of itself, replicating islands and landmarks and preserving its history and culture.
Thu Nov 17 2022
Meta cuts 11,000 jobs as it sinks more money into the metaverse
The mass layoffs, among the biggest this year and the first in Meta's 18-year history, follow thousands of job cuts at other tech companies.
Thu Nov 10 2022
[COLUMNIST] Malaysia must pivot towards quantum computing before its too late
Quantum computing would be central to our quest to achieve digital sovereignty.
Thu Oct 20 2022
Meta working to speed up metaverse, but success far from certain
A year after rebranding itself from Facebook into Meta, the social network is striving to make the metaverse a routine part of daily life.
Fri Oct 14 2022
Meta unveils new virtual reality headset Quest Pro
The headset features a number of new features that are meant to improve users' perception of truly being in the presence of other people.
Thu Oct 13 2022
More people than you might think are setting foot in the metaverse
These new virtual worlds have not yet become commonplace, but they are already attracting millions of curious people around the world.
Mon Oct 10 2022
Would you spend 4 hours a day in the metaverse?
If some of the tech giants get their way, we will soon be shopping, getting our entertainment fix and even working in the metaverse.
Mon Aug 22 2022
Top model Bella Hadid joins metaverse with NFT collection
Bella Hadid said she had created the NFTs to "encourage travel, community, growth, fantasy and human interactions".
Fri Jul 29 2022
Call for local artists to utilise metaverse technology
Dr Mahathir said the technological changes promised better things for society as it would give them more prospects to boost their careers.
Thu Jul 28 2022
Metaverse years from being global phenomenon, says pioneer
Big brands are rushing to the metaverse but the path to profit is still unclear and mass adoption may be years away, Sebastien Borget said.
Tue Jul 05 2022
A highly elaborate digital twin of Singapore is headed to the metaverse
Singapore has been entirely modeled in 3D thanks to a local startup, which now aims to bring it into the metaverse.
Tue Jun 07 2022
A highly elaborate digital twin of Singapore is headed to the metaverse
The entire state of Singapore has been modeled in 3D, which reportedly makes it the world's largest digital twin.
Mon Jun 06 2022
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024