Description:

Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) capable technologies is reaching mass adoption levels and continues to trend up. They provide enhanced information and data for a variety of work and leisure activities. The variety of existing AR apps is wide, highlighting the potential for increased task efficiency and overall potential in the metaverse world.

This webinar, we aim to equip ICT professionals with the knowledge on understanding the technologies, use cases, trends and applications of AR and VR.

Purpose:

To equip Hong Kong ICT professionals with knowledge on the latest digital transformation trends and implementation strategies.

Event Details :

Date December 29 2021 (Wednesday)

Time 12:00 - 18:30

Location Webinar

Language English

Admission Fee Free

Target participants:

For ICT professionals only

Rundown :

12:00 – 12:10 Registration

12:10 – 12:25 HKEBA Opening - Introduction to PASS, project details & HKEBA

12:25 – 14:10 Workshop Part 1, Q&A and Networking session / Breakout session

14:10 – 14:20 Break

14:20 – 16:20 Workshop Part 2, Q&A and Networking session / Breakout session

16:20 – 16:30 Break

16:30 – 18:15 Workshop Part 3, Q&A and Networking session / Breakout session

18:15 – 18:20 HKEBA Summary - How it may be relevant to attendees

18:20 – 18:30 Closing & Feedback Survey

*Please note that questions will only be taken during the Q&A session. And hands raised during webinar will only be attended for technical difficulties.

Speakers:

Vincent Poon - Co-founder, Oasis Project

Claudia Sin - Co-founder, Socially Aware Machine

Amit Chatterjee - Founder, Shadow Factory + 1 additional Team member from Shadow Factory

The above speakers have 1. At least 3 years of the topics experience, or 2. Currently work for/worked with or working closely with the topics

Workshop Outline:

Introduction to topics / technologies

Application of Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality

Unique digital collectibles in the metaverse world

Case Sharing / Study of VR and AR

Opportunity and Challenges for VR and AR

Future trends and What's Next?

Metaverse world technology

Facial projection on metaverse avatars

Note: The seminar videos and materials will be uploaded onto HKEBA’s website for wider dissemination.

Acknowledgment of Support and Disclaimer

This material/event is funded by the Professional Services Advancement Support Scheme of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material/any event organised under this project do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region or the Vetting Committee of the Professional Services Advancement Support Scheme.