In this engaging discussion, Alvin Graylin, Global VP of Corporate Development at HTC and author of "Our Next Reality," dives into the transformative power of Extended Reality (XR) and its intersection with AI. He explores how XR can reshape the job market by creating equitable opportunities and enhancing education in virtual environments. The conversation also touches on the future of the metaverse, governance challenges, and the intriguing potential of universal basic income in a tech-driven world. Get ready to rethink your work-life balance!
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Metaverse Vision
The metaverse is envisioned as an interconnected 3D internet, not limited to existing platforms or games.
Its value lies in open accessibility and interoperability, mirroring the internet's success.
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Shift to XR
The future involves transitioning from mobile screens to glasses-like displays for augmented and virtual reality experiences.
This shift offers greater focus and personalized learning opportunities, potentially bridging economic disparities.
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Remote Robotics
MIT and UCSD researchers demonstrated remote robot control using a Vision Pro.
A separate video showed a remote worker in the Philippines stocking shelves in the US with a robot.
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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.
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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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