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I'm writing a sci-fi story about a space freight hauler with a heavy focus on the economy. Any tips for writing a complex fictional economy and all of it's intricacies and inner-workings?

Constructing a Fictional Economy

The economy is all about: How is the limited financial/natural/human resources distributed between various parties?

So, the most important question you should be able to answer are:

Who are the "have"s and "have-not"s?

What's "expensive" and what's "commonplace"?

What are the rules(laws, taxes, trade) of this game?

Building Blocks of the Economic System

Type of economic system. Even if your fictional economy is made up, it will need to be based on the existing systems: capitalism, socialism, mixed economies, feudalism, barter, etc.

Currency and monetary systems: the currency can be in various forms like gols, silver, digital, fiat, other commodity, etc. Estalish a central bank (or equivalent) responsible for monetary policy

Exchange rates

Inflation

Domestic and International trade: Trade policies and treaties. Transportation, communication infrastructure

Labour and employment: labor force trends, employment opportunities, workers rights. Consider the role of education, training and skill development in the labour market

The government's role: Fiscal policy(tax rate?), market regulation, social welfare, pension plans, etc.

Impact of Technology: Examine the role of tech in productivity, automation and job displacement. How does the digital economy and e-commerce shape the world?

Economic history: what are some historical events (like The Great Depresion and the 2008 Housing Crisis) that left lasting impacts on the psychologial workings of your economy?

For a comprehensive economic system, you'll need to consider ideally all of the above. However, depending on the characteristics of your country, you will need to concentrate on some more than others. i.e. a country heavily dependent on exports will care a lot more about the exchange rate and how to keep it stable.

For Fantasy Economies:

Social status: The haves and have-nots in fantasy world will be much more clear-cut, often with little room for movement up and down the socioeconoic ladder.

Scaricity. What is a resource that is hard to come by?

Geographical Characteristics: The setting will play a huge role in deciding what your country has and doesn't. Mountains and seas will determine time and cost of trade. Climatic conditions will determine shelf life of food items.

Impact of Magic: Magic can determine the cost of obtaining certain commodities. How does teleportation magic impact trade?

For Sci-Fi Economies Related to Space Exploration

Thankfully, space exploitation is slowly becoming a reality, we can now identify the factors we'll need to consider:

Economics of space waste: How large is the space waste problem? Is it recycled or resold? Any regulations about disposing of space wste?

New Energy: Is there any new clean energy? Is energy scarce?

Investors: Who/which country are the giants of space travel?

Ownership: Who "owns" space? How do you draw the borders between territories in space?

New class of workers: How are people working in space treated? Skilled or unskilled?

Relationship between space and Earth: Are resources mined in space and brought back to Earth, or is there a plan to live in space permanently?

What are some new professional niches?

What's the military implication of space exploitation? What new weapons, networks and spying techniques?

Also, consider:

Impact of space travel on food security, gender equality, racial equality

Impact of space travel on education.

Impact of space travel on the entertainment industry. Perhaps shooting monters in space isn't just a virtual thing anymore?

What are some indsutries that decline due to space travel?

I suggest reading up the Economic Impact Report from NASA, and futuristic reports from business consultants like McKinsey.

If space exploitation is a relatiely new technology that not everyone has access to, the workings of the economy will be skewed to benefit large investors and tech giants. As more regulations appear and prices go down, it will be further be integrated into the various industries, eventually becoming a new style of living.

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For the last several months, a city at the heart of Silicon Valley has been training artificial intelligence to recognize tents and cars with people living inside in what experts believe is the first experiment of its kind in the United States.

Last July, San Jose issued an open invitation to technology companies to mount cameras on a municipal vehicle that began periodically driving through the city’s district 10 in December, collecting footage of the streets and public spaces. The images are fed into computer vision software and used to train the companies’ algorithms to detect the unwanted objects, according to interviews and documents the Guardian obtained through public records requests.

Some of the capabilities the pilot project is pursuing – such as identifying potholes and cars parked in bus lanes – are already in place in other cities. But San Jose’s foray into automated surveillance of homelessness is the first of its kind in the country, according to city officials and national housing advocates. Local outreach workers, who were previously not aware of the experiment, worry the technology will be used to punish and push out San Jose’s unhoused residents.

City employees are driving a single camera-equipped vehicle through sections of district 10 “every couple weeks”, said Khaled Tawfik, director of the San Jose information technology department. The city sends the training footage to participating companies, which include Ash Sensors, Sensen.AI, Xloop Digital, Blue Dome Technologies and CityRover.

Some of the areas in district 10 targeted by the pilot, such as Santa Teresa Boulevard, are places where unhoused people congregate, sometimes with the city’s encouragement. The light rail station on Santa Teresa Boulevard, for example, is home to the city’s only designated safe parking location for RVs, often used as homes.

There’s no set end date for the pilot phase of the project, Tawfik said in an interview, and as the models improve he believes the target objects could expand to include lost cats and dogs, parking violations and overgrown trees.

“If the City were to productionize this technology, we envision the cameras to be on our fleet motor pool vehicles that regularly drive throughout city limits,” a city employee wrote in a 22 January email.

Ken Salsman, chief technology officer for Ash Sensors, said his company, which specializes in sensors that monitor the structural health of buildings, had not explored homelessness detection before learning of San Jose’s pilot. The experiment provided an opportunity to create potentially marketable technologies by solving challenging computer vision problems, such as distinguishing an empty RV parked outside a home from an RV that is a home. He said the company was training its algorithms to detect proxy signs of habitation.

“Are the windows covered inside the vehicle? Are there towels to provide privacy? Is there trash outside the vehicle, suggesting they’re using food and having trouble getting rid of the waste?” Salsman said. He added that successful detection of lived-in vehicles would probably require frequent scanning of city streets in order to establish whether the vehicles have moved.

A report from the company Sensen.AI shows that its system detected 10 lived-in vehicles in footage collected from two streets on 8 February. Several of the vehicles pictured in the report have tarps spread across windows or rolled up and tied to them. Another has traffic cones next to it. Sensen.AI did not respond to a request for comment.

Tawfik said the goal of the pilot was to encourage companies to build algorithmic models that could detect a variety of different objects from car-mounted cameras with at least 70% accuracy. The participating companies are currently detecting lived-in RVs with between 70 and 75% accuracy, he said, but the accuracy for lived-in cars is still far lower: between 10 and 15%. City staff are following the route of the camera-equipped car and confirming that the vehicles are occupied.

‘We’re not detecting folks. We’re detecting encampments’

City documents state that, in addition to accuracy, one of the main metrics the AI systems will be assessed on is their ability to preserve the privacy of people captured on camera – for example, by blurring faces and license plates. Tawfik said that the city did not “capture or retain images of individuals” through the pilot and that “the data is intended for [the city’s housing and parks departments] to provide services”.

The data use policy for the pilot states that the footage cannot be actively monitored for law enforcement purposes, but that police may request access to previously stored footage.

“We’re not detecting folks,” Tawfik said. “We’re detecting encampments. So the interest is not identifying people because that will be a violation of privacy.” However, in its report identifying lived-in vehicles, Sensen.AI wrote that its system included optical character recognition of the vehicles’ license plate numbers.

Tawfik said San Jose had delayed its release of a citywide AI policy in part to allow the department to examine its proposed guardrails through the lens of the object detection pilot.

Residents have complained to the city’s 311 phone line about homeless encampments 914 times so far in 2024. They reported illegal dumping 6,247 times, graffiti 5,666 times, and potholes 769 times last year. The goal of the surveillance pilot is to address these complaints more efficiently, according to Tawfik.

According to Tawfik, the city’s response might include sending outreach workers to visit a single tent before it can grow into an encampment, he said. The San Jose housing department and non-profits providing aid to unhoused people said they had not been involved in the pilot.

“Our ability to help the individuals directly is not really part of the pilot,” Tawfik said. “We’re still learning what can be done. And then once the program is mature, then we can look at the data and see what makes sense.”

That approach worries people like Thomas Knight, who was formerly unhoused and now serves as executive member of the Lived Experience Advisory Board of Silicon Valley. The group, made up of dozens of current and formerly unhoused people, has recently been fighting a policy proposed last August by the San Jose mayor, Matt Mahan, that would allow police to tow and impound lived-in vehicles near schools.

“If their whole purpose is to better provide responses to calls to 311, then that means that this computer system is going to identify tents and lived-in vehicles that are in places that the city has deemed they shouldn’t be,” Knight said. “The truth is, the only people you’re going to be able to give [that data] to to fix the issue is the police department.”

San Jose is one of the least affordable housing markets in the country. In order to afford the average effective monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment in the city, a renter would have to earn $96,000 a year, according to the latest available data. The city’s unhoused population has grown from approximately 4,200 people in 2009 to more than 6,200 in 2023. More than two-thirds of those people are living outdoors and in vehicles rather than the city’s overwhelmed shelter system.

Amid a lack of temporary shelter beds and permanent affordable housing, San Jose officials have cracked down on tent encampments and people living in cars and RVs. Housing advocates fear that identification of encampments by roving AI would add to those efforts.

“The approach to homelessness is to treat unhoused people as blight consistent with trash or graffiti,” said Tristia Bauman, directing attorney for housing at the non-profit Law Foundation of Silicon Valley.

Last fall, the city cleared dozens of people out of tents and vehicles along a half-mile stretch of the downtown Guadalupe River trail and then announced plans for a “no return zone”. This year, police distributed 72-hour notices ordering people to leave a nearby encampment in Columbus Park in order to clear space for the opening of a five-acre dog park.

San Jose: a technological bellwether

In addition to providing a training ground for new algorithms, San Jose’s position as a national leader on government procurement of technology means that its experiment with surveilling encampments could influence whether and how other cities adopt similar detection systems. The city’s IT department is leading a national coalition of more than 150 municipal agencies working to develop policies for “responsible and purposeful” deployment of AI technologies in the public sector.

Tawfik said his staff had discussed the object detection pilot with coalition members and hoped that other agencies would participate in the review process. Companies participating in the pilot have also expressed interest in the “scalability” potential the coalition represents, according to emails they sent to IT department staff.

“As we see more interest from other cities to participate, we’re sharing notes and hopefully that advances the program faster,” Tawfik said.

Knight, from the Advisory Board, said the city’s focus on perfecting a technological solution ignored the root cause of the housing crisis in San Jose.

“If you have no place to put people, it’s pretty much useless,” he said.

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On December 13, 2022, a group of Bulgarian activists from the nonprofit United Bulgaria For One Cause (BOEC) tried to enter the offices of Telus International, a global outsourcing company that handles content moderation for Meta, in Bulgaria’s capital, Sofia. Live on Facebook, they came armed with printouts of posts and accounts they said had been removed from the platform, which they stuck to the office doors.

“We used stickers to symbolically close the doors of Telus, symbolic like they closed our accounts,” Orlin Ezekiev, a member of BOEC, says.

BOEC accuses Telus International of blocking posts that criticize Russia and support Ukraine. Their protest came weeks after a local outlet, Bird.bg, published allegations—which Telus International denies—that the outsourcing company was working with pro-Russian oligarchs to silence pro-Ukrainian sentiment on the platform. The website also posted the names and images of Telus International employees on its Facebook page.

Criticism of Telus International and Meta in Bulgaria reached such a height that the outsourcing company’s chief corporate officer, Marilyn Tyfting, was called to testify in front of the Bulgarian parliament on January 26. “I would also like to confirm that Telus International does not set content review policies. Instead we apply the policies of our clients and comply with applicable laws,” she said in a prepared statement. On February 1, Meta published a blog post responding to claims of pro-Russian bias in its content moderation, calling the accusations “false” and saying “there is no evidence to support them.”

However, experts who monitor Russian attempts to manipulate the information space in Europe say that the truth is more complex. Russian propagandists and supporters of the Kremlin have become adept at abusing Meta’s moderation practices—which are less robust in non-English languages—by reporting content en masse to trigger reviews that could ultimately lead to its removal. The lack of transparency over what gets removed and why has created a sense of betrayal and frustration, which has in turn led pro-Ukraine activists to target the largely powerless moderators responsible for enacting Meta’s policies.

“Facebook is one of the main tools for promoting and silencing others at the same time,” says Ruslan Trad, a Sofia-based fellow at the Digital Forensic Research Lab. “Mass reporting is a very successful strategy.”

Trad, whose own Facebook account had once been suspended after being spuriously reported for hosting extremist content, says that pro-Russian groups will often organize on Telegram and choose which accounts or posts to report and get removed from Facebook. Some of these groups, according to Trad, operate from Russia, while others may be paid-for trolls from within Bulgaria, where labor is relatively cheap.

According to Todor Galev, director of research at the Center for the Study of Democracy, a European public policy think tank, the Atlantic Council’s Bulgarian Facebook page has been banned several times after being mass reported. He says the accounts of prominent pro-NATO and pro-EU journalists and media outlets have also been targeted.

“We suspect that Facebook relies mostly on algorithms for small markets like Bulgaria,” says Galev. “Because human moderation is very limited. There are only a few people working [on moderation] for Bulgaria.”

A former Meta employee who worked on its content moderation systems and policy, and who spoke to WIRED on the condition of anonymity, says, however, that mass reporting could at least get certain pieces of content or accounts flagged for review. And the more frequently a certain type of content is flagged, the more likely the algorithm will be to flag it in the future. However, with languages where there is less material to train the algorithm, like Bulgarian, and AI might be less accurate, the former employee says that it’s possibly more likely that a human moderator would make the final call about whether or not to remove a piece of content.

Meta spokesperson Ben Walters told WIRED that Meta does not remove content based on the number of reports. “If a piece of content does not violate our Community Standards, no matter how high the number of reports is, it won’t lead to content removal,” he says.

Some moderation issues could be the result of human error. “There are going to be error rates, there are going to be things that get taken down that Meta did not mean to take down. This happens,” they say. And these errors are even more likely in non-English languages. Content moderators are often given only seconds to review posts before having to make a decision about whether or not it will stay online, an indicator through which their job performance is measured.

There is also a real possibility that there could be bias among human moderators. “The majority of the population actually supports Russia even after the war in Ukraine,” says Galev. Galev says that it’s not unreasonable to think that some moderators might also hold these views, particularly in a country with limited independent media.

“There’s a lack of transparency around who is who is deciding, who is making the decision,” says Ivan Radev, a board member of the Association of European Journalists Bulgaria, a nonprofit, which put out a statement condemning Bird.bg’s posting of employee information. “This sentiment is feeding dissatisfaction in Bulgaria.” This opacity can breed confusion.

The imbalance between the ability of coordinated campaigns to get content flagged, and that of individuals or small civil society organizations, whose reports go to human moderators, has helped to create an impression in Bulgaria that Meta is prioritizing pro-Russian content over pro-Ukrainian content.

Just over half of Bulgaria’s 6.87 million people use Facebook, which is the dominant social platform in the country. Bulgaria has long been a target of Russian trolls and pro-Russian propaganda, particularly since the beginning of the war in Ukraine. Both sympathetic local media and Russian disinformation operations have pushed a pro-Russia narrative, blaming the conflict on NATO.

Ezekiev, the BOEC member, told WIRED that he was never given an explanation for why his content was removed or how the choice was made. “If you raise your voice against propaganda and say something about the war in Ukraine, your account can be suspended,” he says. Meta’s own lack of transparency about its moderation processes, says Ezekiev, makes the entire situation murkier.

It is this frustration that drove BOEC to protest at Telus International’s Sofia office, and led to employees—themselves largely powerless—being doxed and harassed, though there is no evidence that any of the company's moderator deviated from Meta’s own instructions.

In February, Bulgarian media reported that Telus International would be closing its operations in the country and moving the work to Germany. “As part of a consolidation of operations, the work Telus International does for Meta in Sofia will be moving to another of our sites,” says Telus International spokesperson Michelle O'Brodovich. “Telus International continues to work successfully with Meta, ensuring the highest level of professional standards.” The company did not address whether or not the inquiries into its work in Bulgaria contributed to this decision.

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IMAGES: The world's first large 4-motor drone makes inaugural flight in China 🇨🇳

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 10/26/22 - 22:51 in VANT - UAV

The Scorpion D lands during its inaugural flight in the city of Zigong, Sichuan province, southwestern China, on October 25, 2022. (Photo: Tengden)

The world's first major four-engine drone made its inaugural flight on Tuesday at Zigong Fengming General Airport, Sichuan province, southwestern China.

The drone, codenamed Scorpion D, was developed by Sichuan Tengden Sci-Tech Innovation Co. following the dual-engine Scorpion and the tri-engine Scorpion A. All these drones share a double-tail design with a wingspan of more than 20 meters.

The Scorpion D took off at noon, local time, and flew for 18 minutes.

According to a video, the drone has two hatchs in its plump fuselage, through which the loads can be loaded.

Tengden said in its official WeChat public account that the company holds the total intellectual property of the design.

The drone aims to perform support tasks, such as logistics and air spraying, the company said. The drone has a wingspan of 20 meters, a length of 10.5 meters and a height of 3.1 meters. It has a maximum takeoff weight of 4.35 tons, a maximum payload weight of 1.5 tons and a maximum cargo space of 5 cubic meters, the company reported.

The Scorpion D makes its inaugural flight in the city of Zigong, Sichuan province, southwestern China, on October 25, 2022. (Photo: Tengden)

The aircraft will make its public debut at Airshow China 2022, which will be held in November in Zhuhai, Guangdong province, in southern China, opening on November 7.

Founded in 2016, Tengden now has more than 50 investors, including individuals and private and state-owned companies, with Industrial Bank Co., Ltd. being the largest investor.

The continuous development of different drones from the Scorpion double-tail series has diversified the application of large commercial drones and showed that China's large drone industry can respond quickly to market demand for new drones, Tengden said.

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Smart Mirror Market Demand, Revenue, and Forecast to 2032

The Smart Mirror is a cutting-edge device that blends reflective surfaces with advanced digital technology to offer interactive and multifunctional experiences. Equipped with integrated displays and sensors, Smart Mirrors provide real-time information such as weather updates, calendar events, and news feeds directly on the mirror's surface. They often include voice and touch controls, allowing users to interact seamlessly with digital content while performing daily routines. The Smart Mirror is designed to enhance convenience, efficiency, and connectivity in both residential and commercial settings.

The Smart Mirror Market size was valued at USD 548.21 million in 2023 and is expected to reach at USD 1132.94 million in 2032, grow at a CAGR of 8.9% over the forecast period of 2024-2032.

Future Scope:

The future of Smart Mirrors is marked by the integration of more advanced technologies and expanded functionalities. Upcoming innovations include enhanced AI capabilities for personalized recommendations and health monitoring features such as skin analysis and fitness tracking. The incorporation of augmented reality (AR) will further enhance interactive experiences by overlaying virtual information and objects onto the mirror’s surface. As smart home ecosystems evolve, Smart Mirrors will likely play a central role in integrating with other smart devices and systems, offering a more cohesive and intuitive user experience.

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Current trends in Smart Mirrors include the increasing adoption of AI and machine learning to provide personalized content and interactions. There is also a growing focus on integrating health and wellness features, such as fitness tracking and skincare analysis. The use of AR and VR technologies is becoming more prevalent, enhancing the mirror’s interactive capabilities. Additionally, the market is seeing a rise in customizable designs and advanced connectivity options that allow Smart Mirrors to integrate with other smart home devices and systems.

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Smart Mirrors are used in various applications, including home bathrooms, fitness centers, retail environments, and commercial spaces. In residential settings, they provide valuable information and enhance daily routines with interactive features. In fitness centers, they offer workout guidance and real-time performance tracking. Retailers use Smart Mirrors to engage customers with virtual try-ons and personalized product recommendations. In commercial spaces, they serve as interactive information hubs and enhance customer experience.

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Solutions related to Smart Mirrors include custom design and integration services, software development for interactive features, and installation support. Manufacturers offer maintenance services and updates to ensure optimal performance and security. Additionally, training and support services are available to help users maximize the capabilities of their Smart Mirrors and integrate them effectively into their environments.

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As digital marketing continues to evolve, utilizing the right tools can significantly streamline processes and boost results. These tools not only enhance efficiency but also provide critical insights into customer behavior, optimize campaigns, and enable seamless management of various marketing activities.

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Augmented and Virtual Reality Market Size, Revenue Share, Drivers & Trends Analysis, 2024–2030

TheAugmented and Virtual Reality Market was valued at USD 23.8 billion in 2023-e and will surpass USD 99.4 billion by 2030; growing at a CAGR of 22.6% during 2024 - 2030. The report focuses on estimating the current market potential in terms of the total addressable market for all the segments, sub-segments, and regions.

In the process, all the high-growth and upcoming technologies were identified and analyzed to measure their impact on the current and future market. From gaming and entertainment to healthcare and education, AR and VR are creating immersive experiences that enhance our interaction with the digital world. As these technologies continue to mature, the market for AR and VR is set to expand exponentially. This blog explores the current trends, key players, challenges, and future prospects of the AR and VR market.

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Current Trends in AR and VR

Integration with AI and IoT: The convergence of AR/VR with artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) is a significant trend. AI enhances AR and VR experiences by providing real-time data processing and machine learning capabilities. For instance, AI-powered AR applications can recognize objects and provide relevant information, while IoT devices can create more interactive VR environments.

Expansion in Gaming and Entertainment: Gaming remains the most prominent application of AR and VR. Companies like Oculus, PlayStation VR, and HTC Vive are continuously pushing the boundaries of immersive gaming. Beyond gaming, AR and VR are transforming the entertainment industry by enabling virtual concerts, immersive storytelling, and virtual theme parks.

Rise of AR in E-commerce: AR is becoming a crucial tool in e-commerce. Retailers are leveraging AR to offer virtual try-ons for clothing, accessories, and even furniture. This not only enhances the shopping experience but also reduces return rates by allowing customers to visualize products in their real-world environment before making a purchase.

Advancements in Healthcare: AR and VR are making significant inroads in the healthcare sector. They are being used for medical training, remote surgeries, and therapy. For example, VR simulations provide a safe environment for medical professionals to practice surgeries, while AR can assist surgeons with real-time data during procedures.

Enhanced Remote Collaboration: The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of AR and VR for remote work and collaboration. Virtual meeting platforms are now incorporating AR and VR to create more engaging and interactive virtual workspaces, which can mimic the presence of a physical office environment.

Key Players in the AR and VR Market

Several tech giants and innovative startups are driving the AR and VR market forward:

Facebook (Meta): With its acquisition of Oculus, Meta has positioned itself as a leader in the VR market. The company's focus on building the metaverse—a collective virtual shared space—highlights its commitment to advancing VR technologies.

Google: Google has made significant strides in AR with its Google ARCore platform and devices like Google Glass. These tools are helping developers create AR experiences that are accessible to a wide audience.

Apple: Known for its innovation, Apple is heavily investing in AR through its ARKit platform and is rumored to be developing AR/VR hardware. Apple's integration of AR in its devices, like the iPhone and iPad, is bringing AR to mainstream consumers.

Microsoft: Microsoft’s HoloLens is a leading AR device used primarily in enterprise settings. HoloLens is utilized in fields such as manufacturing, healthcare, and education for tasks ranging from design visualization to remote assistance.

Challenges in the AR and VR Market

Despite the promising growth, the AR and VR market faces several challenges:

High Development Costs: Creating high-quality AR and VR experiences requires substantial investment in hardware, software, and content development. This can be a barrier for smaller companies.

User Experience Issues: Issues like motion sickness and eye strain remain significant hurdles in VR adoption. Improving comfort and usability is crucial for broader acceptance.

Privacy and Security Concerns: As AR and VR devices collect vast amounts of data, ensuring user privacy and data security is paramount. This is especially critical as these technologies become more integrated into our daily lives.

Limited Content Availability: The success of AR and VR hinges on the availability of compelling content. Currently, there is a limited amount of high-quality AR and VR content, which can hinder user engagement and adoption.

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Widespread Adoption in Various Industries: As AR and VR technologies become more affordable and user-friendly, their adoption will spread across industries like real estate, automotive, tourism, and education.

Advancements in Hardware: Future AR and VR devices will be lighter, more comfortable, and more powerful. Innovations in display technology, battery life, and processing power will enhance the overall user experience.

Growth of the Metaverse: The concept of the metaverse—a fully immersive digital universe where people can interact, work, and play—will drive significant investment and innovation in AR and VR.

Enhanced Interactivity and Realism: Advances in haptic feedback, spatial audio, and AI-driven interactions will make AR and VR experiences more realistic and interactive, blurring the lines between the digital and physical worlds.

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Tech Evolution in Oil & Gas for Health & Safety Measures

Labourers in the worldwide oil and gas industry are presented with outrageous physical and mental difficulties in conditions with severe security risks. In addition, safety and health regulations have become more stringent, and organisations that do not adhere to them risk severe penalties, legal action, and negative publicity.

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the oil and gas industry has a seven times higher fatality rate that of all the other industries, demonstrating the health and safety hazards for workers if proper procedures are not followed.

Oil and gas sites host several heavy machinery, masts and rigs, stored hazardous chemicals, and highly flammable by-products. The well-being of the workers relies on the self-awareness and managerial efficiency of the industry.

Additionally, accidents in the oil and gas industry can also be costly from a business perspective. Twenty-one thousand eight hundred ninety-nine days of work were lost due to injuries in the companies that took part in the study, according to the IOGP report. There are a lot of fast-moving vehicles, machinery, and equipment in factories and plants worldwide, which could put frontline workers in danger.

Accidents continue to occur frequently, mostly involving younger workers with less experience, despite the existence of safety and compliance regulations. The International Labour Organization estimates that 313 million on-the-job accidents result in prolonged absences from work each year, resulting in a $3 trillion economic loss to the global economy.

"Digital transformation can make Oil and Gas companies more profitable, increase worker safety, help society by reducing emissions and water use, and save customers money."

Key Challenges to Health and Safety at Oil and Gas Industry Fatalities

"Caught in, under, or between" incidents, which exclude incidents involving dropped objects, accounted for most deaths in the oil and gas industry. Twelve people died in 2019 due to incidents that were "caught in, under, or between." Despite a decline in fatalities, there is still a steep incline in the frequency of accidents every year. Such incidents and the resulting injuries and fatalities harm the industry's reputation while inflicting significant emotional and psychological trauma on the victims and their loved ones.

Workers must receive training to understand the risks of falling, falling into confined spaces, being stuck or pulled into by machinery, electrical hazards, explosions, chemical exposure, and potential vehicular accidents. Workers' health risks include hearing impairment, frostbite, severe burns, respiratory problems, acute fatigue, and harm caused by moving heavy cargo and extreme work environments, often in remote locations. Workers must also be capable of handling so-called “fly in, fly out” procedures, which require them to travel to far-flung places for predetermined periods and work long shifts.

Latest Technological Trends to Promote Health and Safety in the Oil and Gas Industry

Explosion-Proof Technology

One of the key reasons for industrial explosions is system malfunction and electrical issues in the equipment used. Owing to the explosive environment of hazardous industries like oil and gas, even the smallest spark contacting the atmosphere can result in a huge explosion. Thus, modern oil and gas industries require advanced surveillance and safety solutions. Ex-proof technology for cameras and lights helps contain the sparks inside the wiring of the device and helps avoid fatal explosions and accidents. With continuous R&D, the current ex-proof market offers a range of explosion-proof lights and oil and gas video surveillance options to suit your diverse needs based on industrial size, purpose, etc.

Big Data and AI Automation

Industries today are actively adopting advanced analytics through big data and AI automation. Particularly in the oil and gas sector, big data uses customised predictive models to assist the analysts in getting insights from the unstructured real-time data to optimise safety, production, and performance. Integration of AI in data analytics further automates the process. For instance, advanced AI integrations in explosion-proof cameras enable instant identification of trespassers, reducing the risk of theft. Additionally, AI technology in oil and gas industry can help in smart detection of potential malpractices amidst 150+ camera feeds. This smart detection is also useful in verifying false alarms and saving valuable time and resources during daily operations. Overall, through enhanced operational efficiency, use of Big Data and AI directly contribute to higher return on investment (ROI) for global oil and gas industries.

Robotics and Drones

A recent step-up for the oil and gas industry, robotics and drones have become a popular choice for minimising the shortcomings of human resources. The global market for robotics and automation in oil and gas was valued at USD 16.5 billion in 2022 and projected to reach USD 24.7 billion by 2030. Robots are primarily employed for inspection and surveillance in key hazardous zones to minimise the chances of human error, automate the operations, and reduce the liability costs in case of accidents. Additionally, drones are employed for inspecting inaccessible areas, particularly the off-shore sites, where there is a higher risk for fatalities. Thus, drones and robots enhance safety and efficiency significantly in the oil and gas sector by minimising the role of human crew in high-risk operations.

IoT-Based Monitoring

Internet of Things (IoT) technology has transformed the way oil and gas industries perceive “efficient operations”. IoT sensors provide real-time data about potential leaks and system malfunctions, enabling managers to ensure minimum-risk operations through remote monitoring. The IoT data provides real-time insights without exposing the crew to high-risk environments, optimising resource management and saving business costs involved in anomalies. Today, IoT-based monitoring is used for several purposes in the oil and gas industries, including, monitoring of pumps, pipes, and filters to avoid costly leaks and give workers a better sense of control over their operational performance.

AR and VR Integration in Operations

A study by McKinsey on the oil and gas sector reveals a 25% cost-cut per barrel by adopting digital solutions like augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). For enhanced maintenance, several oil and gas industrialists adopt AR solutions like AR headsets for remote monitoring and hands-free instructions to replace lengthy manuals with engaging graphical data. Additionally, VR headsets provide training to the crew in simulations instead of live hazardous environments, reducing on-site casualties and optimising safety training in the oil and gas industry.

Cloud Computing

The adoption of cloud computing technology in the oil and gas industry is a highly recommended solution by industry experts to efficiently handle the large volume of raw data that these industrial sites receive daily. Storing and processing data remotely frees local memory and expands the device’s computation capacity. This enhances the efficiency, security, and scalability of every day operations at the oil and gas industry.

Blockchain Technology

Web3 is a relatively new technological trend that is gradually getting integrated into hazardous industrial sectors like oil and gas. The transparency of the blockchain technology of web3 is key to its rapid adoption for a multitude of purposes. When translated to the oil and gas industry, blockchain technology can enhance security and transparency in digital transactions and official documentation through smart contracts. This added layer of transparency significantly improves business communication, resolves legal disputes, and builds trust in the ethical practices of a company. Thus, experts believe blockchain technology is key to sustaining business relations in the upcoming years.

Importance of Technology in the Oil and Gas Industry

Enhanced Efficiency

Through technological evolution, the security standards and worker safety measures in oil and gas industries have found their new apex. Where AI enables system optimisation, IoT can provide a real-time data feed, and smart video analytics reduce the system clutter and make operations significantly more efficient than traditional systems.

Optimised Safety

Smart detection of hazards and adverse situations counters the manual shortcomings in monitoring and surveillance to create a safer work environment in hazardous industries by making them less prone to accidents and liabilities caused by fatigue and human error.

Reduced Business Costs

As discussed above, modern technological integrations significantly reduce the business costs of the oil and industry. Multitude of integrations co-create safer work environments either through automation or remote monitoring. Besides the direct cost of damages and compensations, technological advancement in the oil and gas industry helps prevent indirect costs like legal proceedings, training of human resources, etc.

Sustainable Solutions

Modern technology serves a larger purpose of sustainability by reducing the emissions through AI, IoT, and big data analytics. By identifying the triggers for accidents beforehand, technology controls explosions and its resulting adverse impact on the environment as well as crew health and well-being.

Pick the Right Safety Partners for Reliable Safety Solutions

Safe environment begins with right investment. Partnering with the right safety partners is necessary for reliable safety and efficiency solutions. Before investing in technological upgrades, ensure that the products are certified to sustain the rigorous environmental challenges of the oil and gas industry.

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The discussion above clearly displays the dynamic shift in the industry and how technology has transformed safety and risk management in the oil and gas industry. At SharpEagle, we are an end-to-end safety solutions provider. Our expert team guides you at every step, from site inspection and recommendations to manufacturing, installation, and maintenance. Choose from a customised range of explosion-proof CCTV, lighting, and other solutions. Book a free consultation call with SharpEagle, the leading ex-proof safety solutions provider, to learn more about all the latest updates and products for the oil and gas industry.

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Regional Spotlight: How Different Markets Are Shaping the Future of AR and VR

Definition

Augmented Reality (AR): A technology that overlays digital information (such as images, sounds, and other data) onto the real world, enhancing the user's perception of their environment.

Virtual Reality (VR): A technology that immerses users in a completely virtual environment, created by a computer, where they can interact with 3D spaces and objects.

Market Overview

The Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) markets are experiencing rapid growth driven by advancements in technology and increasing adoption across various industries. AR overlays digital information onto the real world, enhancing user interaction with physical environments, while VR immerses users in fully virtual environments. Key sectors such as gaming, healthcare, education, and retail are leveraging these technologies to create innovative experiences and solutions. The market is expected to continue expanding as devices become more affordable and applications diversify, with significant investments from tech giants and startups alike shaping the future landscape of immersive technologies.

Market Scope:

Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) spans a broad range of industries and applications, from entertainment and gaming to education, healthcare, retail, and real estate. AR enhances the real world with digital overlays, while VR creates fully immersive digital environments. Both technologies are transforming user experiences and operational processes, offering innovative solutions such as virtual training simulations, interactive shopping experiences, and advanced medical diagnostics. As technological advancements drive down costs and expand capabilities, the scope of AR and VR is expected to broaden, fostering new opportunities and applications across diverse sectors.

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Market Segmentation

By Technology

• Hardware: Headsets, AR glasses, VR gloves, motion trackers, etc.

• Software: AR applications, VR platforms, development tools, etc.

By Application

• Gaming & Entertainment: Interactive games, virtual concerts, immersive experiences.

• Healthcare: Surgical simulations, patient treatment, therapy.

• Education & Training: Virtual classrooms, simulations for skills training.

• Retail: Virtual try-ons, enhanced shopping experiences.

• Real Estate: Virtual property tours, architectural visualization.

• Manufacturing & Industry: Training simulations, maintenance, and repair guidance.

• Others: Military, tourism, social interaction.

Top Key Players in Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality Market

Google (US),

Sony Corporation (Japan)

HTC Corporation (Taiwan)

Microsoft (US)

Oculus (US)

PTC (US)

Samsung (South Korea)

Seiko Epson Corporation (Japan)

Lenovo (China)

Apple Inc. (US)

Wikitude (Austria)

Blippar Group Limited (UK)

MAXST CO., Ltd. (South Korea)

EON Reality (US)

Uil VR Solutions BV (US)

CyberGlove Systems Inc. (US)

Nintendo (Japan)

By Region

The Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) markets are global, with significant growth observed across various regions. North America, particularly the United States and Canada, leads in market share due to high adoption rates in technology and entertainment sectors. Europe follows with strong investments in industrial applications and healthcare innovations. The Asia-Pacific region, including China, Japan, and South Korea, is emerging as a major player, driven by rapid technological advancements and expanding consumer markets. Additionally, Latin America and the Middle East are gradually increasing their presence as AR and VR technologies gain traction in education, retail, and tourism.

Market Trends

Current trends in the Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) markets include the integration of AI and machine learning to enhance user experiences with more realistic and adaptive interactions. The rise of standalone VR headsets and AR glasses is making these technologies more accessible and convenient. Additionally, there's growing interest in AR and VR applications for remote work, virtual collaboration, and social interaction, driven by the increasing demand for flexible and immersive digital environments. The gaming and entertainment sectors continue to lead in innovation, while industries like healthcare, education, and retail are rapidly adopting AR and VR to improve training, diagnostics, and customer engagement.

Market Drivers

Virtual Reality (VR) markets is driven by several key factors. Technological advancements, including more powerful and affordable hardware, improved software, and faster internet connectivity, have made AR and VR more accessible and practical. The increasing demand for immersive experiences in gaming and entertainment, coupled with the expansion of applications in sectors such as healthcare, education, and retail, further fuels market growth. Additionally, the rise of remote work and virtual collaboration has accelerated interest in AR and VR solutions for enhanced communication and productivity. Investments from major tech companies and startups are also propelling innovation and market expansion.

Future Outlook

Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) market is highly promising, driven by rapid technological advancements and increasing adoption across various sectors. Both AR and VR are expected to see significant growth in areas like gaming, healthcare, education, and retail, with AR gaining traction due to its applications in enhancing real-world experiences, while VR continues to expand in immersive entertainment and training. The integration of 5G, improved hardware, and more accessible software solutions are poised to propel market growth, making AR and VR integral to the future of digital interaction and commerce.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) market is set for robust growth, fueled by continuous technological innovations and expanding use cases across industries. As AR and VR increasingly blur the lines between the physical and digital worlds, they are becoming essential tools for businesses and consumers alike. With advancements in hardware, software, and connectivity, AR and VR will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of digital experiences, offering new opportunities for immersive interactions and transforming the way we work, learn, and play.

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Travel Retail Market Size To Reach $128.94 Billion By 2030

The global travel retail market size is expected to reach USD 128.94 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 9.4% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. According to the statistics published by UN Tourism, in the first quarter of 2024, international arrivals, measuring overnight visitors, rebounded to 97% of their 2019 levels, signaling a near-complete recovery from pre-pandemic volumes. Approximately 285 million tourists ventured abroad during this period, marking a notable 20% increase compared to the first quarter of 2023. This growth was fueled by sustained robust demand, the gradual reopening of Asian markets, improved air connectivity, and streamlined visa processes. These factors collectively bolstered the market growth of travel retail by expanding the pool of potential customers with higher disposable incomes, thereby driving increased footfall and spending at duty-free shops and retail outlets in airports and travel hubs worldwide.

The growth of travel retail, encompassing duty-free shops, airport retail, and other travel-related shopping venues, has seen remarkable expansion globally. This sector has flourished primarily due to increasing international travel and the rising affluence of global middle-class populations. As more people travel for business and leisure, the demand for convenient shopping experiences at airports, train stations, and cruise terminals has surged. This trend has been further fueled by the growth of low-cost carriers and improved global connectivity, facilitating greater passenger throughput and, consequently, higher footfall in travel retail spaces.

Moreover, the strategic location of airports and other travel hubs as retail destinations has attracted both retailers and brands seeking to capitalize on captive audiences of travelers with disposable income. The allure of duty-free shopping, where travelers can purchase goods at prices often lower than those in domestic markets due to tax exemptions, has become a significant driver of sales in these venues. This pricing advantage, combined with the perception of exclusivity and convenience, has positioned travel retail as a lucrative channel for both luxury and everyday consumer goods.

Furthermore, the evolution of travel retail has been shaped by advancements in technology and changing consumer behaviors. Digital transformation has enabled retailers to enhance customer engagement through personalized marketing, online pre-ordering, and seamless shopping experiences across physical and digital platforms. These innovations not only cater to the preferences of tech-savvy travelers but also contribute to increased sales volumes and customer satisfaction. In parallel, consumer demand for unique and culturally relevant products has prompted retailers to diversify their offerings, thereby enhancing the appeal of travel retail as a destination for distinctive shopping experiences.

In addition to organic growth, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have played a significant role in shaping the landscape of the travel retail market. M&A activities within this sector are often driven by strategic objectives such as expanding market presence, gaining access to new geographical markets, and consolidating market share. For instance, in February 2023, Lagardere Travel Retail Group completed the acquisition of Marché International, a global catering company.

The company aims to strengthen its food service operations and expand across all segments of Travel Retail and Dining. This move enhanced its portfolio of proprietary brands, including Marché, a well-established global brand. As companies continue to pursue growth opportunities both organically and through strategic partnerships, M&A activities are expected to remain a prominent feature of the market, driving consolidation and innovation while shaping the future of travel retail on a global scale.

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Travel Retail Market Report Highlights

In 2023, the demand for perfumes and cosmetics held a dominant market share. This sector benefits greatly from international travel, attracting a captive audience eager to purchase high-margin products perceived as convenient and desirable during trips. Duty-free pricing contributes significantly by making luxury brands more accessible and appealing to travelers seeking savings

In 2023, travel retail products at airports and airline outlets commanded a significant market share primarily fueled by the rising air traffic, expanding the customer base for retail outlets

The growth trajectory of travel retail is poised to continue its upward trajectory, driven by expanding global travel volumes, evolving consumer preferences, and technological innovations. As airports and other travel hubs continue to evolve into dynamic retail environments, the industry's ability to adapt to changing market dynamics and consumer behaviors will be crucial in sustaining growth and profitability

In 2023, the travel retail market in North America accounted for a dominant share of global revenue. Major airports in the region have made substantial investments in modernization and expansion projects. These initiatives not only enhance capacity but also elevate the shopping experience for travelers, positioning airports as increasingly appealing retail destinations

Travel Retail Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global travel retail market on the basis of product, distribution channel, and region:

Travel Retail Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

Perfume and Cosmetics

Wines and Spirits

Fashion and Accessories

Tobacco Products

Electronics and Gifts

Food and Confectionery

Others

Travel Retail Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

Airport and Airlines

Train Stations

Ferries

Others

Travel Retail Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

North America

U.S.

Canada

Mexico

Europe

Germany

France

Italy

Spain

Asia Pacific

China

India

Japan

Australia & New Zealand

South Korea

Central & South America

Brazil

Middle East & Africa

South Africa

List of Key Players of the Travel Retail Market

Avolta AG

Lotte Corporation

China Duty Free Group Co. Ltd.

LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (DFS Group)

Gebr. Heinemann SE & Co. KG

Lagardere Travel Retail Group

The Shilla Duty Free

The King Power International Group

Aer Rianta International cpt

Duty Free Americas

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