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Alex Crabb

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OpenXR @openxr.org · Mar 7

With Meta's upcoming v74 SDK release, the built-in OpenXR
path for Unity, UnrealEngine, and Godot will be the recommended path for development. #OpenXR enables you to build cross-platform and use Meta platform plugins to add unique HorizonOS features.

developers.meta.com/horizon/blog...

Meta and OpenXR

Learn how Meta is supporting OpenXR and developers through its game engine integrations and contributions to OpenXR standards.

developers.meta.com

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Mar 7

Meta has published a statement on this: developers.meta.com/horizon/blog...

Meta and OpenXR

Learn how Meta is supporting OpenXR and developers through its game engine integrations and contributions to OpenXR standards.

developers.meta.com

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Jan 16

started by holding the boom box up to the stereo to record songs. 90s @npr.org's All Things Considered did a Snoop Dog show that made my life. Spent most of my earnings on CDs for the next few years until Napster came along. I suppose TikTok ban will feel as crushing to some youngsters.

Joanna Stern @joannastern.bsky.social · Jan 16

Gather round kids and let me tell you a story about a real technology ban...

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Lance Ulanoff @lanceulanoff.com · Jan 16

TikTok could immediately shut its app to millions in the US in days – here's how to prepare www.techradar.com/tech/tiktok-...

TikTok could immediately shut its app to millions in the US in days – here's how to prepare

The TikTok ban could be more drastic than we thought

www.techradar.com

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Jan 16

This could be the lifeline we're all looking for 📷

Mark Cuban @mcuban.bsky.social · Jan 16

Let's Gooo!
techcrunch.com/2025/01/15/b...

Exclusive: Bluesky is getting its own photo-sharing app, Flashes

More good news for those looking to exit Meta's social app ecosystem in favor of a more open alternative: An independent developer is building a

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casterrachel.bsky.social @casterrachel.bsky.social · Jan 14

Love this team so much: the percentage of this montage that is dogs, toasts, and snacks is such a correct reflection of our company culture.

Caster Communications @castercomm.com · Jan 14

Today we are celebrating 27 years of hard work, storytelling, innovation, and making meaningful connections. Caster has been at the forefront of PR across several industries, building a legacy of success since Day 1.

Huge thanks to our clients, partners, and teams for making it all possible 🥂

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 12

Great news!

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

details:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/harpie-introduces-realtime-threat-detection-tool-for-ethereumbased-assets-93CH-3189351 #Cryptocurrency #CryptoSecurity

Harpie Introduces Real-Time Threat Detection Tool for Eth...

Harpie Introduces Real-Time Threat Detection Tool for Eth...

www.investing.com

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

It's here! @harpieio has released a Wallet Monitoring Tool (think Credit Karma or Mint for your #Crypto wallet). Monitor and analyze all the transactions for your assets. @Investingcom has the...

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

How is #crypto going to impact your business as a tech integrator? @harpieio's @blockchainmom_ says integrators should care because it's going to become part of our everyday interactions and transactions #CEDIAExpo @CEDIAExpo #cryptosecurity

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

Getting started in Mile Hile Ballroom #4 @blockchainmom_ gives us the lowdown on what we need to know about #Blockchain and #Web3 and what it means for integrators. @harpieio

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

I don't think I've been to #CEDIAExpo since 2014, back when it was in Denver. Thrilled to be making a last minute trip and looking forward to seeing some old pals and hanging with my @CasterComm #CasterCrew Touchdown in 30 minutes. #CEDIAExpo23

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

Gold @TheStevieAwards for PR Campaign of the Year in Technology for our @Metaverse_Forum launch! What a fun night. @CasterComm team rocks! #PR #AmericanBusinessAwards

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

Dragged @PRnick with me to the @TheStevieAwards #AmericanBusinessAwards since my @CasterComm team is at #InfoComm23 (he loves it) #IworkinPR #PRCampaignofTheYear

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

Got the pleasure of demoing the @MeyerSound Panther live at @ProvPacRI today. You must check out a demo at #InfoComm23 if you haven't heard it for yourself yet. #MilanAVB @Avnu_Alliance #AVTweeps

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

Building a Web3 platform? This is why you need to think about securing your users from the beginning. @harpieio #AWE2023 @ARealityEvent @blockchainmom_

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

Web3 scams and the 'Crypto Scam Evonomy' are probably even worse than you thought. Everyone has to be aware and protect themselves. @blockchainmom_ @harpieio @ARealityEvent #AWE2023 #safety #CryptoSecurity

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

There's so much good content at #AWE2023 but if you're a creator working for retailers you should not miss this session in the @thekhronosgroup room #203 in 10 minutes with @Snap, @Google, @SuperdnaL, & @Avataar sharing best practices for #3D creators @ARealityEvent @3DCommerceWG

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

I'm excited to see @blockchainmom_ talk on #Web3 asset security at #AWE2023 (Ballroom B) in 15 min. @ARealityEvent

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

'Every successful open standard has a competitor in the proprietary world. Healthy Darwinian competition is a good thing to push the industry forward,' @neilt3d @thekhronosgroup and @Metaverse_Forum #awe2023

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

This afternoon from 4-5pm, come see @glTF3D in action in Khronos room 203 #AWE2023. Come get an awesome 'Render Everything, Everywhere' t-shirt! The we can all go happy hour. #3D

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

Coming up in the Khronos room (203) - an Advanced Tutorial on developing with @OpenXR through @unity. If you're using OpenXR this is can't miss content. #AWE2023 @thekhronosgroup #XR - come get some t-shirts & stickers!

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

Kicking off an intro to @OpenXR in the @thekhronosgroup meeting room. OpenXR aims to standardize hardware, hand/body/eye trackers, haptic devices, software, platforms #AWE2023

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

A panel of the founders of @metatraversal - @schussler @powersimple @EvoHeyning - who were also instrumental in the foundation of @Metaverse_Forum give an update on portal interoperability #awe2023 room 203

Alex Crabb @alexcrabb.bsky.social · Dec 16

The @Metaverse_Forum has a chance to scope privacy early & teach regulators & tech companies what privacy should mean from the beginning. We need to get this right. @KavyaPearlman @XRSIdotorg gives an update on the #Privacy #cybersecurity #identity domain group is doing #AWE2023