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“Beaming” people anywhere in the world with David Nussbaum of Proto

Mar 28, 2024
David Nussbaum, the founder of Proto, dives into the fascinating world of holoportation, a technology that projects lifelike holograms for real-time communication. He shares his inspiration from science fiction and explains how this innovation is already transforming classrooms and hospitals. Nussbaum envisions a future where holoportation becomes a household norm, revolutionizing everything from live performances to the shopping experience. He also discusses the ethical considerations and potential societal impacts of this groundbreaking technology.
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  • Proto's holographic technology transforms communication with lifelike holograms, surpassing typical video calls.
  • David Nussbaum aims to democratize holographic technology for widespread adoption in various personal, educational, and commercial applications.

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Proto's Innovation at CES Unveiled

Proto's showcased a groundbreaking communication technology at the Consumer Electronics Show, featuring a 3D human projection within a box resembling a hologram. The technology, developed by Proto's founder David Nussbaum, offers a hyper-realistic interactive experience surpassing conventional video calls like Zoom or FaceTime. Inspired by a childhood love for broadcasting and comedy, Nussbaum ventured into this innovative journey, initially embarking on podcasting ventures before launching Proto.

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