Microsoft hopes Xbox Two and xCloud will dominate gaming in 2020

The new Netflix of gaming is called xCloud. With this new platform, Microsoft initiates new possibilities in the gaming arena.xCloud will be a cloud technology that provides online game streaming services to millions of gamers across the globe. Microsoft describes the project to be a pioneer in modern gaming, providing gamers with the ultimate options to stream top quality games directly from the cloud to any gaming platform.The new game streaming service is committed to unlock the console-quality gaming experiences on other screens as well, especially on smartphones and tablets. The xCloud allows users to enjoy a PC or console oriented game even on the screens of their smartphones using a controller or touch input controls developed by the company.Thus, xCloud overcomes the obstacle in the way of testing multiple games allowing every user to access countless games on the cloud.

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Established in 1984, James Grant Group today consists of eleven brands based in seven industries, with five offices based across the US and the UK and global affiliations all over the world.A market leader, the Group counts a number of household names amongst its collective client portfolio, including athlete frontrunners, award winners and nominees, from BAFTA, NTA, World Music Award and Brit, to Grammy, RTS, Booker Prize and winners of sporting achievements such as the MLS and Rugby World Cups, providing them with a bespoke range of management and professional services, from brand and digital, to financial and legal.

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Article | July 11, 2022

The virtual reality market has been hailed as the "next big thing" for decades, but VR has repeatedly disappointed consumers with mediocre hardware products and software experiences. But in recent years, a wave of refined devices narrowed the gap between consumer expectations and reality. The VR market's future has yet to be written, but investors who believe in this budding market should consider buying these four tech stocks. Sony's PlayStation VR is the best-selling VR headset in the world with over 5 million shipments since its launch in October 2016. That only represents a sliver of Sony's installed base of 110 million PS4s, but that foothold has encouraged developers to produce more stand-alone VR games and add-on experiences for PS4 games.

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Best Oculus Rift Fitness Games 2020

Article | July 27, 2022

No matter what VR headset you own, there are some great virtual reality fitness games at your disposal. However, the Oculus Rift’s stacked catalog and quality exclusives makes it a great option for any fitness enthusiast. From games built around working out to enjoyable titles that make you forget about how active you are actually, there are hundreds of choices. That’s exactly why it can be overwhelming for those that just picked up a headset. To help you find the right fitness title for you, we here at VR Fitness Insider have come up with a list of the best Oculus Rift fitness games 2020. These games are an excellent part of anyone’s fitness journey.

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Metaverse: Transforming B2B Businesses with Technology

Article | June 21, 2021

In the 3D interactive space of metaverse, nothing is impossible. People from various corners of the world can create, share, and explore virtual worlds in this space. They can also interact, trade, and do business. What does metaverse offer B2B businesses, though? Let us take a look. From Virtual Storefronts to Digital Employees While metaverse is still in the early stages of development, businesses can have their own virtual storefronts, digital employees, and virtual currency in a virtual reality. Business exclusive metaverse platforms like Sansar, Somnium Space, and Decentraland offer companies an option to establish their virtual presence. How is Metaverse Transforming B2B Businesses? Metaverse presents businesses with the unique opportunity to build client relationships face-to-face. Branded experiences like product announcements, product showrooms, company updates, educational sessions, conferences, and networking events can be done in metaverse. Let us explore other ways in which metaverse can enrich B2B businesses: Richer Customer Experience Immersive buyer experiences influence prospects to make purchase decisions faster. B2B sellers in metaverse can create such experiences through interactions that surpass traditional sales approaches and focus on visually attractive sales presentations to convert prospects. Effective Marketing and Advertising New marketing and advertising opportunities in metaverse are developing with every passing day. Over time, companies may be able to sponsor events or create targets ads to attract a certain demographic. The companies that establish themselves in the metaverse might have a bigger advantage in this regard compared to the companies that venture into it later. Higher ROI and Sales Increasing sales and ROI are crucial for every business. Reaching new markets and tapping into new revenue sources is easier with metaverse. It will allow salespeople to host multiple meetings with buyers living in different parts of the world without having to leave their actual office, saving multiple costs while conveniently still creating client relationships that last. Improved Workforce Efficiency Metaverse-based training simulations help employees upgrade their skills. Additionally, customer service associates can create avatars to provide business customers assistance in real-time. Metaverse encourages employees to communicate better and allows remote employees to virtually connect for projects, meetings, and feedback. Last Word B2B businesses can capitalize on the convenience of metaverse and harness this latest technology to offer their customers visually immersive experiences.

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Six Things Blockchain Can Do For Gaming

Article | April 14, 2020

Since their foundation in the 1970s and 80s, video games have moved from fringe interest to a major media staple. The industry has enjoyed huge revenues from dedicated fans, especially over the past few months, and the growth shows no sign of slowing down. Gaming is also an industry renowned for its commitment to innovation, adopting technological developments and spawning a fair few of its own. Chief amongst technological developments over the last decade has been blockchain technology, the new system of trading and ownership built on transparency and decentralization, the standard-bearer of which is the digital currency.

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James Grant Group

Established in 1984, James Grant Group today consists of eleven brands based in seven industries, with five offices based across the US and the UK and global affiliations all over the world.A market leader, the Group counts a number of household names amongst its collective client portfolio, including athlete frontrunners, award winners and nominees, from BAFTA, NTA, World Music Award and Brit, to Grammy, RTS, Booker Prize and winners of sporting achievements such as the MLS and Rugby World Cups, providing them with a bespoke range of management and professional services, from brand and digital, to financial and legal.

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Microsoft CEO Teases Xbox Series X's Launch Lineup, Ambiguity on Console Titles

Microsoft | July 27, 2020

In an earnings call with investors, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella teased that "Xbox Series X will launch this fall with the largest launch lineup for any console ever." At this time, the company has not listed all of the games that will be available at launch, though a handful of games have been confirmed, including Halo Infinite and Ubisoft's upcoming battle royale game Hyper Scape. It seems quite likely that there will be a lot of other games launching alongside the console, but for those planning on picking up the Xbox Series X on day one, this certainly bodes well!

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Audeze Launches Gaming Headset, Penrose Compatible with PS5 and Xbox Series X

Audeze | July 16, 2020

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Microsoft | July 27, 2020

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