1. The Drum (UK) - Psychiatrists drafted in to treat Italian Facebook addicts. "Mamma mia, Italians have emerged have emerged as the world’s biggest social media addicts after a survey by Nielsen indicated that the country has the highest per capita use of Facebook of any nation. Psychologists in the Mediterranean nation have found that addicts are eschewing the real world … [Read more...] about The Watch – virtual worlds in the news
Reader Survey: the results
I'm really pleased to be able to provide the results of our 2010 Reader Survey. A big thanks to the 100+ people who took the time to get involved with the survey. Your input is crucial and is very much appreciated. The survey overall had two purposes: to get feedback on improving what we do and to get a snapshot of some related issues. For the dedicated, I've provided nearly … [Read more...] about Reader Survey: the results
Second Life in a web browser: beta launches
With minimal fanfare, Linden Lab have launched a beta of their 'Second Life in a browser' offering AKA Project Skylight. Found here, you can sign-up and check it out in a session lasting up to an hour. As always, Tateru Nino has scoped it out in detail, noting that not surprisingly it's a bandwidth hungry beast and that once you watch the 45-second intro video a selection … [Read more...] about Second Life in a web browser: beta launches
The Watch – virtual worlds in the news
1. New Scientist (USA) - Online law man: Virtual worlds need real laws. "Tens of millions of people live, work and play in virtual worlds where anything goes. Greg Lastowka thinks we need to police these lawless frontiers. What prompted you to write your new book, Virtual Justice? I've always been interested in technology law, and the issues surrounding law in virtual worlds … [Read more...] about The Watch – virtual worlds in the news
Virtual Mine: environment education at its best
Virtual Mine is "an educational 3D environment, game, and educational curriculum for teachers, students, and anyone who'd like to learn more about mountain top removal, coal fired power production, alternative energies, and the amazing music and culture in the Appalachian mountains". Which sounds a little staid on the surface, but the reality is an engaging and immersive … [Read more...] about Virtual Mine: environment education at its best