Behind the Bastards It Could Happen Here Weekly 19
Jan 29, 2022
Calvin Norman, a forestry expert, discusses the alarming effects of invasive species and climate change on U.S. forests. He emphasizes the need for thorough conservation strategies to protect native species like the American chestnut. W.F. Thomas, a journalist and researcher, analyzes the evolution of Disclosed TV from UFO content to a major news aggregator, shedding light on the spreading disinformation online and the challenges of moderating extremist narratives. Both guests highlight the urgency of addressing these environmental and informational crises.
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Walmart's VR Shopping Demo
- Walmart envisioned a VR shopping experience in 2017.
- The tech demo at South by Southwest 2017 involved throwing virtual milk and purchasing TVs via drone.
H&M's Metaverse Store Concept
- H&M explored a 3D shopping experience in a virtual store within "Seek City".
- Customers could buy digital clothes with SeekCoin and later order physical versions.
3D vs. 2D Shopping
- 3D shopping offers no clear advantage over 2D for online purchases.
- AR shows promise; examples include Amazon and Ikea projecting furniture into homes.