We had a lot of positive feedback the last time we showed the performance of Australian presences in SL, so we thought it time to revisit. One thing that hasn't changed since last time is the fact that the two major presences are the BigPond and ABC islands. Some other Australian presences and their respective traffic: 1. Australia Sim -2776 2. Terra Incognita (Uni of … [Read more...] about Australian Popularity contest – May 2007
Business
Icons under scrutiny
As reported on news.com.au, there's increasing scrutiny of iconic Aussie landmarks in SL and the copyright implications of their use. The two under the microscope at this stage are the Sydney Opera House (found on both the BigPond islands and the Australia sim) and Uluru (on the BigPond presence). The news.com.au article asserts that Telstra have confirmed they didn't … [Read more...] about Icons under scrutiny
Wrap-up of AIMIA NSW Intimates: The Future of Virtual Worlds
On Tuesday evening the AIMIA "Future of Virtual Worlds" (Part 2) was held at the The Shelbourne Hotel in Sydney. Over 60 people attended from a variety of business, government and technology groups - either the first time or to find out more about SL. The wide variety of community representation meant the panellists; Chris Collins (Business Analyst and Developer, Linden Lab), … [Read more...] about Wrap-up of AIMIA NSW Intimates: The Future of Virtual Worlds
Smart Internet and business in SL
Smart Internet, a joint venture between a range of universities, State Governments and industry, has released a report called 'Business in Second Life: An Introduction'. Authored by Swinburne University-based Senior Researcher Mandy Salomon, it provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of play in SL for Australian business. … [Read more...] about Smart Internet and business in SL
Mainstream media and Lowell’s public appearance
Crikey.com.au have covered Second Life twice this week, firstly in relation to crime, then a discussion on lawlessness and research and development issues. Similar issues are likely to be discussed at the Australian Interactive Media Industry Association forum on Tuesday 22nd May. Titled The Future of Virtual Worlds, it features Chris Collins (Logan Linden) from Linden Lab, … [Read more...] about Mainstream media and Lowell’s public appearance