The Ultimate Guide to AR, VR & Metaverse
A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for AR, VR & Metaverse.
What to know about AR, VR & Metaverse
The expanding fields of Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and the Metaverse are reshaping digital interaction and immersive experiences across numerous industries. From innovative therapy options using VR for overcoming phobias to digital collectibles linked with major entertainment franchises, these technologies are enhancing both consumer engagement and therapeutic interventions.
Advancements in mixed reality platforms are enabling brands to connect with audiences in unprecedented ways, while enterprises and industries are harnessing AR and VR for product development, training, and collaboration. Partnerships between technology firms and the integration of AI into AR/VR solutions signal a growing adoption of these immersive technologies for business transformation and enhanced workplace experiences.
Exploring this tag offers insights into the latest trends, breakthroughs, and applications of AR, VR, and the Metaverse. Readers can discover how these technologies impact entertainment, healthcare, retail, education, and industrial sectors, providing a glimpse into the future of digital interaction and innovation.
Australian AR, VR & Metaverse News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
AFL, cricket & Supercars launch Roblox gaming zones
AFL, Cricket Australia and Supercars enter Roblox with Kayo SPORTS Stadium, giving fans mark, batting and pit-lane mini-games.
ARIA conference backs licensing over AI copyright carve-outs
ARIA conference backs music licensing deals as artists, labels and tech leaders urge AI firms to pay rights holders under existing copyright law.
Gallagher launches AR installer training for Australia
Gallagher Security is rolling out a trainer-led AR hardware installer course in Australia, with bookings from 1 April and sessions from 23 June.
Why 2026 will separate the digital leaders from the laggards
In 2026, Australian businesses face a decisive test: turn years of AI and cloud investment into real advantage, or fall behind.
The future is not neutral: why girls must shape the age of AI
As AI reshapes society, girls must lead its design and ethics, or risk a future coded with bias, silence and entrenched inequality.
Beyond the console: Why women shaping gaming cultures are shaping the future of technology
Women redefining gaming culture are quietly steering how future technologies will feel, who they serve and whose voices they centre.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to AR, VR & Metaverse
Reviews
Expert Columns
World IP Day: Why IP is the backbone of sporting brands' success
AI is key to smarter shelves in the UK retail stores
Why 2026 will separate the digital leaders from the laggards
The future is not neutral: why girls must shape the age of AI
The world needs more women in tech - and there's no time to wait
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The smart money is on inclusion
Beyond the console: Why women shaping gaming cultures are shaping the future of technology
Regulating the internet is like trying to bottle lightning using chopsticks
How Data Quality in Retail Powers Business Outcomes in 2026
How digital service is transforming global cash cycles
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent AR, VR & Metaverse News
Girls' school opens AI lab to close tech gender gap
Strathcona Girls Grammar has launched a dedicated AI and STEM lab to embed tech learning in every year level and tackle the gender gap in STEM.
Security & value drive Australians' digital shopping
Australians want high-tech retail but demand tighter data security and better value as apps, AR and digital tools reshape everyday shopping.
Gallagher expands Gold Coast training hub with new hires
Gallagher boosts its Gold Coast training hub with two new hires and expanded digital learning tools for security technicians and end users.
ChatGPT tops Apple's 2025 app & game charts in Australia
ChatGPT has swept Apple's 2025 app charts in Australia, topping both free iPhone and iPad download lists as AI tools surge in popularity.
Queensland tech workforce set to double, adding 200,000 jobs by 2035
Queensland's tech workforce is set to double by 2035, adding 200,000 jobs and boosting its AUD $15 billion contribution to the economy.
Cody Simpson named ambassador for Zeekr 7X all-electric SUV
Australian singer and environmental advocate Cody Simpson has been named ambassador for the Zeekr 7X all-electric luxury SUV in Australia.
Apple upgrades Vision Pro with M5 chip, new band & visionOS 26
Apple launches an upgraded Vision Pro with M5 chip, new Dual Knit Band and visionOS 26, enhancing power, comfort and immersive spatial experiences.
NSW tech sector to add 562,000 jobs, reach AUD $54bn by 2035
NSW's tech sector aims to add over 562,000 jobs by 2035, boosting its economic contribution to AUD $54bn, driven by growth in AI, fintech and cybersecurity.
Young Australians awarded for innovative STEM & AI solutions
Young Australians have won Samsung's Solve for Tomorrow 2025, using STEM and AI to create solutions enhancing Auslan education and sports participation.
South Australia's tech workforce to double, adding AUD $5 billion
South Australia's tech workforce is set to nearly double by 2035, boosting the economy by AUD $5 billion and creating 49,000 new skilled jobs.
ARM Hub's Cori Stewart elected ATSE Fellow for AI leadership
Professor Cori Stewart, CEO of ARM Hub, has been elected Fellow of ATSE for her leadership in AI and advanced manufacturing innovation in Australia.
Victoria's tech sector delivers $36 billion boost & jobs surge
Victoria's tech sector adds $36 billion and employs over 300,400, with workforce expected to exceed 700,000 by 2035 amid strong upskilling efforts.
Cybersecurity training shifts focus to cut breach costs in 2024
Cybersecurity training is now key to cutting breach costs as organisations tackle rising digital threats and human error driving nearly 90% of incidents in 2024.
Orro launches Private LTE for secure industrial connectivity in Australia
Orro launches Private LTE in Australia, combining portable edge data centres with SD-WAN and SASE for secure, low-latency industrial connectivity.
Oakley Meta HSTN glasses launch with AI, camera & open-ear audio
Oakley Meta HSTN glasses combine AI, Ultra HD 3K camera, open-ear audio, and PRIZM lenses for athletes and fans in a bold, tech-savvy wearable.
Security Exhibition 2025 returns to explore risks and resilience
The Security Exhibition & Conference returns to ICC Sydney from 27-29 August 2025, showcasing advanced security tech and uniting industry professionals.
Rewiring innovation: The dynamic and diverse future of emerging tech is female
Women and neurodiverse individuals are reshaping emerging tech, bringing empathy and fresh perspectives to innovation and engineering careers.
Udemy launches Innovation Studio to accelerate AI-led upskilling
Udemy has launched its Innovation Studio to fast-track AI-powered, personalised skills training, starting with a reskilling course for business leaders.
Australian programme fosters resilience amid cost pressures
XVenture launches MindZen(xv), a program to boost resilience and emotional wellbeing for Australians amid rising cost-of-living pressures and economic challenges.
Afterpay revives 'Mystery Market' for immersive VR event
Afterpay is set to reintroduce its Mystery Market event during Afterpay Day, offering over AUD $100,000 in prizes and immersive virtual reality experiences.
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