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Loft Dynamics raises $20M to tackle pilot shortage with VR training

TechCrunch

Loft Dynamics , a Swiss startup creating virtual reality (VR) simulation technology for helicopter pilots, has raised $20 million in funding from U.S. H125 VR simulator. Other companies are using VR simulation to tackle similar workforce shortage problems or otherwise enhance existing training programs.

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Marine Corps enlists RPA, 5G, and AR/VR to retool fighting force

CIO

Out with the old In November 2022, MDMC launched a huge digital transformation project to bring modern IT capabilities, including RFID, AR/VR, and 5G networks to the two depots. RPA, RFID, robots, and more The continuing digital transformation involves several technologies and vendors. We’re really going from Industry 3.0,

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Here’s what’s happening on Day Two of TC Sessions: Mobility 2022

TechCrunch

Its in-car VR system turns every vehicle into a moving theme park — and it rolls out in Audi cars as early as this summer. Nils Wollny, Holoride’s co-founder and CEO, will talk about where technologies — like VR, blockchain, NFTs and cryptocurrency — fit in the automotive space. Talk about an entrenched legacy.

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Competition is stiff, but retailers know what it takes to compete

CIO

Challenge: Employee hiring and retention Today’s employees have increasingly high expectations around corporate values, culture, flexibility, and available technology. AI, voice, AR/VR, and robotics will improve search, personalization, content creation, data accuracy, and customer service management. And they are making progress.

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Announcing the agenda for TechCrunch Sessions: Mobility 2022

TechCrunch

TC Sessions: Mobility is back, and this year we are bringing together the best and brightest founders, investors, engineers and experts on the future of transportation for a two-day, in-person event May 18 and May 19 in San Mateo, California. However, challenges remain on all sides — political, technological, commercial and social.

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5 hot IT budget investments — and 2 going cold

CIO

The economy may be looking uncertain, but technology continues to drive the business and CIOs are investing big in 2023. At the same time, they are defunding technologies that no longer contribute to business strategy or growth. This technology will help our customers get started quicker and will also allow us to reach more people.”

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Announcing the agenda for TechCrunch Sessions: Mobility 2022

TechCrunch

TC Sessions: Mobility is back, and this year we are bringing together the best and brightest founders, investors, engineers and experts on the future of transportation for a two-day, in-person event May 18 and May 19 in San Mateo, California. However, challenges remain on all sides — political, technological, commercial and social.

Mobile 195