Children learn math concepts better when interacting with intelligent virtual characters, according to a new study co-authored by Georgetown University psychology professor Sandra Calvert. The study ...

You are not alone. Whether in humans or animals, proximity to conspecifics can have a calming effect in anxiety-inducing situations. This mechanism, known as social buffering, was originally ...

Dmytro Kornilov, CEO of FFFACE.ME shares his insights on developing practical and measurable projects in the metaverse for brands. Virtual influencers have become a powerful force in the marketing ...

In an era where technology often gets blamed for increasing isolation, companies like Slay are taking a different approach. Their viral hit app Pengu has become the biggest AI character app in the US, ...

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Seeking virtual children's character performances for messages, calls, and parties for Magic Make Believe. Production states: "We provide personalized video messages, one-on-one video calls, and ...

A fashion model who gained popularity on Vietnamese social media (SNS) with tens of thousands of followers has sparked ...

Virtual characters are real to Gen Z in China. Emotional connections are made, interactions are meaningful and there is very real personal investment in non-physical environments. Even birthdays are ...