What will entertainment look like in just three years? Virtual reality and AI are on the brink of transforming how we create, consume, and connect through media—and the future is closer than you think.
In this episode of Thinking on Paper, Jeremy and Mark sit down with Anthony Batt and Neville Spiteri, co-founders of Wevr and pioneers in immersive technology. With decades of experience in VFX, gaming, VR, and even the early days of Craigslist, they reveal how cutting-edge innovations are reshaping entertainment and human interaction.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- How AI could fundamentally alter human perception and communication.
- The technical breakthroughs required to create truly immersive digital experiences.
- Why "presence" in virtual environments is critical for deeper engagement.
- How VR and AI could revolutionize learning, creativity, and connection.
Wevr is at the forefront of creating transformative collective experiences, unlocking new levels of empathy, creativity, and presence through immersive design.
Whether you’re a technologist, a creative professional, or simply curious about the future of entertainment, this conversation offers a fascinating look at how VR and AI could unlock new dimensions of human potential.
Hit play, subscribe, and join the discussion—this is the future you don’t want to miss.
-- TIMESTAMPS (00:24) Craigslist (01:58) VFX Gaming & Unreal Game Engine (06:00) 3 Years In AI (09:32) What Will You Be Doing With AI In 3 Years? (13:47) Wevr: 10 Year In Emerging Technology (14:17) The True Immersive Experience (16:12) Collapsing Virtual Space (18:01) When You Are Not You (20:00) Shared Immersive Experience (20:33) Presence: The Missing Ingredient Of Virtual Worlds (24:27) Swimming With Whales In VR (28:47) If We Live 300 Years, Will You Be Bored? (31:30) The Cinematic Virtual Experience (37:13) Storytelling Machines (40:29) Virtual Brand World Building (45:35) Curiosity (48:02) Can I Be In Reservoir Dogs? (50:11) Harry Potter: VR Modes --
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