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Fashion Value Chain
3 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
Pearl Academy's School of Business Partners with INSEAD XR to Bring True Immersive Learning to Life
Pearl Academy School of Business (PSB) has partnered with INSEAD XR Lab, one of the world's leading centres in immersive educational technology, to introduce immersive XR simulation-based learning, positioning PSB among the first institutions in India to integrate Extended Reality (XR) into business and management education. Pearl Academy partners with INSEAD XR, one of the world's leading centres in immersive educational technology This pioneering initiative reflects PSB's core focus on future-forward learning, global collaboration, and innovation-led pedagogy. The XR Simulation Workshop marked a transformational moment for business education at PSB, where real-world case studies met multi-sensory immersive experiences to redefine classroom learning. The workshop featured two cutting-edge simulations-The Avocado Case, centred on strategic decision-making, and Mission to Mars, which focused on enhancing critical thinking and collaboration. Donning VR headsets, students were transported to high-impact environments, from the sun-drenched shores of Zanzibar to the mission control centres of Mars. These simulations brought business scenarios to life, challenging students to make real-time decisions in dynamic, high-stakes contexts. 'At PSB, we are not just adapting to change-we are leading it. Our collaboration with INSEAD XR brings a bold, immersive layer to business learning-helping our students build decision-making skills, emotional intelligence, and agility in a controlled but real-world-like environment,' said Amod Vijayvargiya, Director, Pearl Academy School of Business. Rooted in a legacy of innovation and built on pillars like creative leadership, founder's mindset, industry immersion, and life skills, PSB continues to push boundaries. With this partnership, Pearl Academy School of Business is delivering education that is experiential, global, and purpose-driven-shaping business leaders who are ready for the complexities of tomorrow's world. Following the success of the pilot, PSB plans to formally integrate immersive XR simulations into the MBA curriculum from the upcoming semester, providing students with a learning experience that is both relevant and radical. With campuses in Delhi South, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, Pearl Academy's School of Business is fast emerging as a trailblazer in creative, tech-enabled business education-empowering future leaders to think like founders and lead like visionaries. About Pearl Academy Pearl Academy, a unit of the Creative Arts Education Society (CAES), is India's leading creative education institution. Established in 1993, the institution offers a diverse range of Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes, including BBA/MBA and short-term certificate courses across disciplines such as Fashion Design, Communication Design, Product Design, Interior Design, Textile Design, Fashion Communication, Fashion Styling, Global Luxury Brand Management, Fashion and Lifestyle Business Management, Advertising and Brand Management, Digital Communication Management, Data Science and Business Analytics, Media and Entertainment Management, Human Resource Management and more. With campuses in Delhi-South, Delhi-West, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Jaipur, Pearl Academy provides world-class education backed by its affiliation with the Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD), a Government of India Institution of National Importance on par with prestigious institutions such as IITs, IIMs, NIDs, and AIIMS. This partnership ensures that effective 2024 intake, all students will receive accredited degrees recognised by the Government of India. With a legacy of 32 years, Pearl Academy has evolved into a globally renowned institution of higher learning, placing a strong focus on global exposure, entrepreneurship, technological expertise, and life skills. The institution has been a catalyst for success for its students through its constructive tie-ups with industry bodies such as FDCI, Tech Mahindra, Reliance Brands Ltd., MAC, and international universities. With an impressive track record of consistently exceeding a 99% placement rate, Pearl Academy has over 700 top recruiters hiring its graduates annually. The institution boasts 15,000+ successful alumni and continues to be a driving force in the creative industries, both in India and globally. For more information, please visit:
Phone Arena
30-07-2025
- Business
- Phone Arena
Meta offers one billion Dollars to AI researcher in crazy poaching spree, but they decline
Meta missed out on the smartphone boom, but CEO Mark Zuckerberg isn't letting the future of computing slip out of his hands. Alongside XR ( Extended Reality ), the company is throwing ridiculous amounts of money at AI researchers, including a whopping one billion Dollars in one case. Meta reportedly ( subscription required ) recently approached over a dozen AI researchers working at Thinking Machines Lab. The company wanted them to join its new 'Meta Superintelligence Labs' instead, which is being staffed mostly by all of the AI researchers that are being poached from competitors. One employee was offered a billion Dollars, to be paid out over the course of a few years. Other offers ranged from $500 million to as 'low' as $200 million, which would be paid over four years. Some of the researchers were guaranteed to make up to $100 million in just their first year at Meta the craziest thing is that no one has taken Meta up on its insane offers. The company just successfully poached a fourth AI researcher from Apple in just the past month, but apparently no one at Thinking Machines Lab was it's not clear why, anonymous sources claim that it's because the researchers have a problem with Meta's leadership. Salaries at Thinking Machines Lab are around $500,000 a year, so they're not exactly hurting for cash, but a billion Dollars is a ludicrous amount of money that not many could have resisted. The future of computing, according to Meta. | Image credit — Meta It's no secret why Meta is so obsessed with AI researchers: Artificial Intelligence will be the backbone of the future of computing that Zuckerberg is trying to usher in: AR glasses. Meta has poured billions of Dollars into Reality Labs, its XR division. The company is offering affordable VR headsets like the Meta Quest 3, as well as other solutions like the Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses. In the end, Meta wants to be the first to market with a consumer version of the Orion smart glasses. And, in my opinion, I think that Zuckerberg is on to something. Apple, Samsung, and Google — as well as some Chinese manufacturers — are all jumping into XR and making AR glasses of their own. If this truly is the future of computing, then Meta is determined to dominate the industry before it even takes off.
Business Insider
22-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Republic Collaborates With Mawari To Launch the First-ever Node Sale for US Users Through Republic's Regulated Broker-Dealer
New York, New York, July 22nd, 2025, Chainwire Republic, a market-leading private investing platform for alternative assets, is proud to announce a strategic collaboration with Mawari, a leading project in the Extended Reality (XR) and DePIN space, to launch the first-ever license sale for US participants via Reg D. This launch is powered by Republic's managed infrastructure platform Republic Runtime, which supports compliant infrastructure operations and automated reward distribution. This extended collaboration to launch Mawari's Decentralized Infrastructure Offering (DIO) also marks the first node sale on Republic Launchpad through OpenDeal Broker LLC, an affiliate of Republic. Having worked closely before through Republic's advisory practice, the two teams aim to raise the bar for what a high-quality, compliant node sale should be. "Republic Launchpad has established a foundation in utility token offerings for U.S. investors and is proud to evolve our offerings with Mawari as the first node sale under the DIO model." - Caitlin Szikszai 'Node offerings never reached U.S. soil—until now,' said Luis Oscar Ramirez, Founder & CEO of Mawari. 'By teaming up with Republic, we've turned regulatory hurdles into an open gateway: anyone can run a Guardian Node, fuel real‑time XR, and share in the value they create. We're also rewriting the economics of node sales—cutting out the hype and tying rewards directly to real‑world network utility. This isn't just a license sale; it's the first step toward an immersive internet built & powered by its users.' Republic users will have exclusive access to Mawari's innovative DIO starting July 23rd*, a week before the public launch. For the first time, US-based participants will be able to join a legally compliant node license sale through Republic via Reg D. Mawari's infrastructure expansion is driven by the growing global demand for AI-driven immersive content, as the spatial computing market is projected to reach $377.45 billion by 2030. Mawari uses its Immersive Compute Network, a decentralized system powered by a global network of community-operated machines, to deliver high-quality, real-time 3D content to end users. Further, its patented 3D streaming engine reduces data usage by up to 80% to deliver complex 3D content efficiently. Mawari's technology has been deployed in projects for T-Mobile, Netflix, BMW, and KDDI. It has also partnered with Qualcomm and Niantic, and has raised over $17 million from Web2 and Web3 investors, including Samsung Next. A Utility-first Model Distinct from traditional node sales characterized by short-term hype and speculation, Mawari's DIO is a utility-first model that rewards real participation and measurable contributions. It offers flat pricing, transparent design, and performance-based payouts. The DIO gives community members a way to contribute to the growth of the network by purchasing Guardian Node licenses. Guardian Node Operators actively monitor and ensure network health and uptime. In return, they earn Network Monitoring Rewards, representing 20% of the Mawari Network's total revenue, along with fixed incentives for early participants. There are two ways for participants to get involved: Run a node directly: Users can set up and operate a node using standard hardware (minimum 1GHz CPU, 8GB RAM) and contribute by delivering immersive content through the network. Delegate operations to node operators: For those who prefer not to manage infrastructure themselves, licenses can be delegated to a list of verified node operators to a secure, fully managed service to support the Mawari Network decentralized networks. Republic is working on a unique opportunity for investors who participate in the Mawari offering to delegate Mawari nodes through Republic's institutional-grade staking division Republic Runtime with $1.5B+ in delegated assets and 100+ validator nodes. ABOUT MAWARI Mawari is the world's first DePIN for Spatial Computing, enabling the mass adoption of AI agents. The Mawari Network powers real-time global streaming of immersive AI-driven experiences with close to zero latency. Mawari's fusion of AI + XR seamlessly blends digital intelligence with physical reality, delivering lifelike 3D Avatar AI agents today. ABOUT REPUBLIC Republic accelerates the growth of Web3 by supporting the industry's most ambitious projects and investors. With a world-class team of strategists, the Republic Research arm guides projects from seed to liquidity, offering expertise in tokenomics, smart contract development, fundraising, and marketing. Its platform also includes global token offerings, institutional crypto funds, and enterprise-grade solutions for Web3 startups. Republic Research has played a key role in the success of projects such as Avalanche and Supra, among others. As part of the Republic ecosystem, which has deployed over $2.6 billion across 150 countries, Republic Research is a leader driving innovation in the Web space. Republic Research collaborates with the most promising Web3 projects to drive growth, innovation, and establish a leadership position in the industry. Connect with us on: X | Substack | LinkedIn Disclosure: *The live offering date may be subject to change. This offering is in digital assets issued by Mawari and not equity in the company. This offering is facilitated by OpenDeal Broker LLC, dba THE CAPITAL R, (BrokerCheck) Affiliates of OpenDeal Broker LLC have financial interests in this offering, or in the offering's sponsors, and may have invested at more favorable terms including the price and lock-up terms. Please note, only US Accredited Investors will be able to participate in this offering. This is a speculative, risky investment and may be illiquid or pricing may substantially fluctuate in value. You may lose money. This is not an offer to buy or sell securities. Read the detailed disclosure: The content of this article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, investment, or legal advice. Investing in cryptocurrency projects involves a high degree of risk, including the potential loss of all invested funds. All affiliates mentioned, including Republic Node Jersey Limited ('Republic Runtime'), Republic Crypto LLC ('Republic Research Advisory'), and OpenDeal Broker LLC dba The Capital R, Member FINRA & SIPC ('Republic Launchpad'), are entities under the parent OpenDeal Inc. which collectively conducts business as 'Republic.' The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Republic. All located at 149 5th Avenue, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10010. Readers should perform their own due diligence and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Republic Research may be working with Mawari and may have a financial interest in its success, but this post does not constitute an endorsement or guarantee of future performance. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Cryptocurrency markets are volatile and regulatory environments are subject to change. Always invest responsibly.
Indian Express
26-05-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
‘AI is where my scientific interest is': Google's Sergey Brin on why he came out of retirement
Google co-founder Sergey Brin recently opened up about what he has been working on since returning to the company. Brin said that he comes into Google 'pretty much every day now' in order to provide support for training the tech giant's latest Gemini models because it is something that naturally interests him. The former Alphabet president made these remarks at Google's flagship I/O developer conference last week. Brin made a surprise appearance during a talk that was originally slated to feature only Demis Hassabis, the head of Google DeepMind. 'I torture people like Demis, who is pretty amazing. He tolerated me crashing this fireside,' Brin joked. 'I tend to be pretty deep in the technical details. And that's a luxury I really enjoy, fortunately, because guys like Demis are minding the shop. And that's just where my scientific interest is,' the prominent Silicon Valley figure was quoted as saying by Business Insider. Co-founders Sergey Brin and Larry Page stepped down from their official roles at Google parent Alphabet in 2019 and went into retirement. Brin rejoined Google in 2023 to help the tech giant keep pace with rising rivals like OpenAI and Perplexity in the high-stakes AI race. Brin also expressed confidence about Google's latest bet on wearables which comes a decade after the company pulled the plug on Google Glass. 'I just didn't know anything about consumer electronic supply chains, really, and how hard it would be to build that and have it at a reasonable price point,' he said. AI is far more capable now for such a product, he added. Google is working on Extended Reality or XR, an operating system for wearables such as smart glasses or headsets that will be built by partners like Samsung. At I/O 2025, the tech giant demoed a prototype of an XR-powered smart glasses that comes with several Gemini AI capabilities.
Phone Arena
21-05-2025
- Phone Arena
Xreal unveils the Aura smart glasses powered by Google's Android XR
Google has been working on an Android-based operating system for XR ( Extended Reality ) that it showed off last year. Xreal — a brand known for its discreet AR glasses — will be one of the first to release a pair of glasses that will be powered by Google's Android Project Aura, these glasses will continue the company's tradition of XR products that don't stand out in public. Due to running Android XR, Project Aura will also be one of the most capable and versatile XR products hitting the market this is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR chips, which are specifically designed for glasses and headsets built for spatial computing. Xreal's new glasses, thanks to Android XR, will be able to send and receive messages, take pictures or record videos, and give you directions in MR ( Mixed Reality ). Project Aura is an OST ( optical see-through ) device, so users will be able to see their surroundings as well as the virtual elements being projected on top. Android XR uses Google's flagship AI model Gemini to carry out complex tasks. One of the most exciting features, in my opinion, is being able to talk to someone speaking a different language and seeing the translation as real-time subtitles. Google's Android XR providing directions in MR. | Image credit — Google Xreal will share more details about Project Aura at the AWE ( Augmented World Expo ) in June and later in the year as well. This means that the glasses are still a few months away before being available for Aura will also need to be tethered to a device, very much like multiple previous Xreal glasses. Though this seems a bit inconvenient at first, it means that the glasses don't run out of battery after just a couple of hours of operation. This is, for the time being, a necessary step as XR looks to usurp the smartphone as the computing platform of the future. More details about Xreal's Project Aura can be found here. Aura will be one of the earliest adopters of Android XR, and I cannot wait to see what Xreal has in store for those of us who have our fingers crossed for a VR future.
