I ran across a fascinating video via New World Notes, that shows an alternate way of rendering 3D environments. The seven-minute video provides a fascinating (albeit hyperbole-filled) overview of the atom-based approach, called Unlimited Detail. The driving force behind the project is Queensland, Australia-based Bruce Dell, working for an outfit called Euclideon (whose website … [Read more...] about Unlimited Detail: simulation implications
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Registered Virtual Worlds Accounts: 1.4 billion and growing
Gurus of virtual worlds statistics, KZero, have released their second quarter 2011 info on virtual worlds. Estimated registered virtual worlds accounts now sits at 1.399 billion, up from 1.185 billion in the first quarter of this year: If you'd like to see the whole shebang, you can view the Slideshare presentation right here: KZero Radar Q2 2011 View more presentations … [Read more...] about Registered Virtual Worlds Accounts: 1.4 billion and growing
The Watch – virtual worlds in the news
1. App Market TV (USA) - More than Second Life - It's a Second Nation. "The electronic campfire which we gather around for news and support is a worldwide one. Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin and various other networks allow for people to update, keep tabs and offer useful links 24/7. They also allow for that most rare and valuable of human commodity - kindness and support in … [Read more...] about The Watch – virtual worlds in the news
Disability Rights Conference in Second Life
Another great event from Virtual Ability Island in Second Life on the way in coming days: July 16, 2011 - IDRAC2011 International Disability Rights Affirmation Conference- July 23/24, 2011 Virtual World Conference about Real World Rights Virtual Ability, Inc. announces the International Disability Rights Affirmation Conference (IDRAC2011) to be held Saturday and Sunday, … [Read more...] about Disability Rights Conference in Second Life
Relay for Life in Second Life: 2011
Relay for Life 2011 is in its closing stages as we speak in Second Life. US$343,000 has been raised at time of writing (71 million Linden dollars) and there's still plenty to see and do. As always musical entertainment is a focus in addition to the relay itself, and there's plenty on offer. If you haven't already, jump in and participate. Even better, add to the donation … [Read more...] about Relay for Life in Second Life: 2011