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What Exactly is Extended Reality and How Will It Affect Your Job? ft. Alvin Graylin

Jul 30, 2024

In this discussion, Alvin Graylin, Global VP of Corporate Development for HTC and bestselling author, explores the transformative power of extended reality (XR) on jobs and daily life. He dives into how XR can reshape the metaverse, enhance personalized education, and promote economic equality through advanced AR glasses. Alvin also addresses the societal implications of universal basic income and the importance of bridging digital divides. His insights into the intersection of AI and XR could fundamentally alter our approach to work and learning.

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The Metaverse's evolution promises to create a parallel economy, enhancing job accessibility and equality across diverse backgrounds.

Advanced AR glasses and immersive learning experiences will revolutionize education, making it more adaptable and effective for various learning styles.

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The Vision of the Metaverse

The concept of the Metaverse is envisioned as a 3D version of the internet, a global network of interconnected worlds rather than a singular platform. It is seen as a blend of augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and artificial intelligence (AI) that aims to create an immersive space where users can collaborate, communicate, and interact beyond the limitations of traditional screens. The speaker highlights the potential for this interconnected environment to overcome cultural and language barriers, facilitating a sense of unity and collaboration among people from diverse backgrounds. This evolving vision emphasizes that the Metaverse is not simply about selling NFTs or gaming, but about building an inclusive, global ecosystem that enhances human interaction.

Empower Learning Through Personalization

01:30

Global Economy Creates Opportunity

01:30

Intro

2min

Exploring the Metaverse: The Future of XR

13min

Enhancing Efficiency and Global Connectivity through Extended Reality

3min

Evolving Metaverse and Global Dynamics

21min

Navigating the Social Impact of Technological Advancement

4min

The Intersection of AI, Gaming, and Social Policy

3min

Episode 17: How will Extended Reality (XR) transform the global job market and our daily lives? Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) and Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) are joined by Alvin Graylin (https://x.com/AGraylin), the Global VP of Corporate Development for HTC and and bestselling author of “Our Next Reality”.

In this episode, Alvin Graylin delves into the critical intersections of AI and XR technology, the evolving metaverse ecosystem, and its potential to reshape job opportunities. He explores the role of advanced AR glasses in bridging economic disparities, the impact of a universal basic income on societies, and the future of personalized education in virtual environments. The discussion also touches on Alvin's book "Our Next Reality" and the implications of AI-driven transformations in global industries.

Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd

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Show Notes:

(00:00) Value of large network of interconnected worlds.
(03:47) Transition to 3D space for collaboration.
(06:54) Virtual space offers freedom to focus, connect.
(12:51) Future metaverse allows real interaction, faster learning.
(15:37) MIT and UCSD collaborate with remote robot workers.
(19:50) Internet infrastructure will shape future metaverse success.
(21:13) Anonymity impacts behavior in digital and physical worlds.
(24:30) Growing digital economy presents governance challenges.
(28:02) Digital banking, trade, and immersive AI impact.
(33:08) US-China rivalry in AI calls for cooperation.
(37:06) Virtual world jobs create new educational opportunities.
(40:01) Over decades, catalyst for social change discussed.
(43:37) VR/AR gaming more addictive than traditional 2D.
(44:35) Encourage progress, use policies to mitigate addiction.

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Mentions:

Alvin Graylin: https://ournextreality.com/author
“Our Next Reality” https://ournextreality.com/
HTC: https://www.htc.com/
Universal basic income: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_basic_income

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Check Out Matt’s Stuff:

• Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/

• Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/

• YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow

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Check Out Nathan's Stuff:

Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/
Blog - https://lore.com/

The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

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