
During a 2020 meeting with then-President Donald Trump ’s White House staff, Christopher Rufo, a conservative commentator known for his pugilistic social media presence, called for a ban on critical race theory in government. The message landed. Two days later, the White House instructed all federal agencies to begin to identify contracts or other spending related to any training on “’critical race theory,’ ‘white privilege,’ or any other training or propaganda effort that teaches or suggests that the United States is an inherently racist or evil country or ... that any race or ethnicity is inherently racist or evil.” Four years later, with Trump returning to the Oval Office, Rufo will return to Mar-a-Lago to meet with the president-elect’s team, the Wall Street Journal reported Monday — this time, to discuss his mission to reform America’s higher education system. Their talks could reverberate across the nation’s colleges and universities. Florida may offer the clearest example of Rufo’s vision. “President Trump has the opportunity to do what we’ve done in Florida on a national scale,” Rufo said in a Fox News interview Tuesday . Rufo has appeared next to Gov. Ron DeSantis at key moments in the governor’s foray into campus culture wars and helped catapult New College of Florida, where he sits on the board of trustees, into national headlines. He consulted on the state’s Stop WOKE Act and helped instigate the governor’s war with Disney, after leaking internal company training slides on systemic racism . While he’s eager to take credit for Florida’s war on woke, his actual behind-the-scenes influence is more difficult to pin down. Christopher Rufo’s spokesperson did not respond to multiple emails and phone calls requesting comment, nor did Trump’s campaign and personal staff. A New College spokesperson declined to comment for this story. Rufo has never shied away from publicly stating his goals and tactics , and Tallahassee has often — by cause or coincidence — followed his drumbeat. Taking a page from 1960s student activists’ “long march through the institutions,” Rufo has targeted America’s higher education system as a central focus in his quest to banish diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives from American institutions. “It’s time to really put the hammer to these institutions and to start withdrawing potentially billions of dollars in funding until they follow the law,” Rufo told the Wall Street Journal . Trump appears to be on board. His campaign platform included cutting” federal funding for any school pushing critical race theory, radical gender ideology, and other inappropriate racial, sexual, or political content on our children.” Rufo offered conditional support for Trump’s calls to close the Department of Education on his podcast. There’s likely no better example of Rufo’s vision for academic reform than New College, where he was appointed to the board of trustees by DeSantis in early 2023. Over the past two years the board has eliminated its office of diversity, equity and inclusion , abolished gender studies , and introduced what critics call a restrictive core curriculum centered around western values . After losing a third of the school’s teaching staff , administrators brought on more ideologically aligned replacements, in some cases circumventing traditional academic hiring practices to do so. New College administrators have wrangled control of the school’s endowment and singled out dissenting students for punishment . They’ve also overseen a rapid increase in enrollment — bolstered by a new sports program and generous scholarships — and initiated a construction spree to revamp the aging campus . Behind his public persona, Rufo’s personal involvement in crafting policy is unclear. Rufo, who lives outside Seattle, usually video calls into New College trustee meetings and often stays out of weedy academic or budgetary discussions. He missed five out of six academic committee meetings in the past two years, and appears to have occasionally tweeted during board meetings. Amy Reid, a former New College professor and trustee, said Rufo was largely “just phoning it in” during regular meetings. “His comments tended more to ad hominem attacks or sound bites than anything substantive.” Rufo’s most concrete public action on the board in the past two years was to introduce a motion eliminating the school’s gender studies department, which Reid led. “He is not against the reading of Marx, Nietzsche, and other figures of the left. He’s against indoctrination of any kind,” said trustee Mark Bauerlein, a former Emory professor who was appointed to the board by DeSantis. Bauerlein couldn’t point to any particular initiative Rufo had spearheaded, noting that trustees are not allowed to plan and confer outside public meetings. But he said Rufo was not one to back down from challenging talks. “Chris Rufo will talk to anybody, listen and debate,” Bauerlein said. ©2024 Tampa Bay Times. Visit tampabay.com . Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
DALLAS, Texas, Dec. 16, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Skyhawks Sports, a Stack Sports company, is proud to announce the winner and finalists of the 2024 Coach of the Year Award. This annual accolade honors coaches who exemplify exceptional dedication, leadership, and a commitment to fostering positive sports experiences for young athletes. Jason Frazier, General Manager of Skyhawks, expressed his admiration for the coaches: “Our coaches are the heartbeat of Skyhawks, dedicating themselves to nurturing young athletes both on and off the field. Their commitment not only create fun sports experiences but also teach life lessons that resonate beyond the game is what makes them great coaches.” WINNER: Michael Monary (Skyhawks Sports Academy / Orange County) FINALISTS: Brie Cyboron (Colorado Springs) Aline Bisimwa (Skyhawks Sports Academy / South Puget Sound) Alyssa Morin (Skyhawks Franchise Group / Columbus Tots) Adam Herrera (Skyhawks Franchise Group / Bakersfield) Bruce Pineda (Skyhawks Franchise Group / San Antonio East) Coach Michael “Mikey” Monary has been an invaluable asset to the Skyhawks Sports Academy in Orange County. His passion and determination to continually improve as a coach have cultivated a significant following among local organizations, often resulting in waitlists exceeding 20 children. Parents frequently request Coach Mikey, with some traveling to different cities to enroll their children in his classes. Coach Mikey’s versatility allows him to coach any sport and age group, and he proactively expands his expertise, even taking private tennis lessons to better serve his students. His commitment to providing positive experiences for children exemplifies the core values of Skyhawks Sports. Jeff Brunsberg, Chief Revenue and Strategy Officer at Stack Sports, added: “Recognizing these outstanding coaches underscores our mission to increase participation and transform the sports experience. Their passion and dedication are pivotal in creating positive, lasting impacts in the communities we serve.” Skyhawks Sports remains dedicated to providing quality youth sports programs that emphasize critical life skills such as teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship. The organization congratulates Michael Monary and all the finalists for their exceptional contributions to youth sports. About Skyhawks Founded in Spokane, Washington in 1979, Skyhawks has established itself as one of the largest youth sport program providers in North America. Skyhawks provides a wide variety of fun, safe and positive programs that emphasize critical lessons by “teaching life skills through sports”. Programs range from week-long summer camps to after-school programs, clinics, and leagues for children aged 18mths to 14 in a variety of sports. About Stack Sports With nearly 50 million users in 35 countries, Stack Sports is a global technology leader in SaaS platform offerings for the sports industry. The company provides world-class software and services to support national governing bodies, youth sports associations, leagues, clubs, parents, coaches, and athletes. Some of the largest and most prominent sports organizations including the U.S. Soccer Federation, Little League Baseball and Softball, and Pop Warner Little Scholars rely on Stack Sports technology to run and manage their organizations. Stack Sports is headquartered in Dallas and is leading the industry one team at a time focusing on four key pillars — Grassroots Engagement, Participation Growth, Recruiting Pathways, and Elite Player Development. To learn more about how Stack Sports is transforming the sports experience, please visit https://stacksports.com/ . NEWS SOURCE: Stack Sports Keywords: Sports and Activities, Skyhawks Sports 2024 Coach of the Year Award, Stack Sports, Supertots, youth sports programs, DALLAS, Texas This press release was issued on behalf of the news source (Stack Sports) who is solely responsibile for its accuracy, by Send2Press® Newswire . Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed. Story ID: S2P122869 APDF15TBLLI To view the original version, visit: https://www.send2press.com/wire/skyhawks-sports-announces-2024-coach-of-the-year-winner-and-finalists/ © 2024 Send2Press® Newswire, a press release distribution service, Calif., USA. Disclaimer: This press release content was not created by nor issued by the Associated Press (AP). Content below is unrelated to this news story.
The mood of this year’s White House holiday decorations tilts between calm and chaos, between rooms that evoke peace on earth and good will toward men, and others that simply advise visitors to eat, drink and get in a good laugh whenever you can. The decor is not so much a fantasyland of elves and flying reindeer, but a statement of stubborn good will and wishful thinking about the best that the season can inspire.FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Republican senators pushed back on Sunday against criticism from Democrats that Tulsi Gabbard , Donald Trump's pick to lead U.S. intelligence services , is “compromised” by her comments supportive of Russia and secret meetings , as a congresswoman, with Syria’s president, a close ally of the Kremlin and Iran. Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, a veteran of combat missions in Iraq, said she had concerns about Tulsi Gabbard, Trump's choice to be director of national intelligence . “I think she’s compromised," Duckworth said on CNN’s “State of the Union," citing Gabbard's 2017 trip to Syria, where she held talks with Syrian President Bashar Assad. Gabbard was a Democratic House member from Hawaii at the time. “The U.S. intelligence community has identified her as having troubling relationships with America’s foes. And so my worry is that she couldn’t pass a background check,” Duckworth said. Gabbard, who said last month she is joining the Republican party, has served in the Army National Guard for more than two decades. She was deployed to Iraq and Kuwait and, according to the Hawaii National Guard, received a Combat Medical Badge in 2005 for “participation in combat operations under enemy hostile fire in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom III." Duckworth's comments drew immediate backlash from Republicans. “For her to say ridiculous and outright dangerous words like that is wrong," Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Oklahoma, said on CNN, challenging Duckworth to retract her words. “That’s the most dangerous thing she could say — is that a United States lieutenant colonel in the United States Army is compromised and is an asset of Russia.” In recent days, other Democrats have accused Gabbard without evidence of being a “Russian asset.” Sen. Elizabeth Warren, a Massachusetts Democrat, has claimed, without offering details, that Gabbard is in Russian President Vladimir “Putin’s pocket.” Mullin and others say the criticism from Democrats is rooted in the fact that Gabbard left their party and has become a Trump ally. Democrats say they worry that Gabbard's selection as national intelligence chief endangers ties with allies and gives Russia a win. Rep. Adam Schiff, a California Democrat just elected to the Senate, said he would not describe Gabbard as a Russian asset, but said she had “very questionable judgment.” “The problem is if our foreign allies don’t trust the head of our intelligence agencies, they’ll stop sharing information with us,” Schiff said on NBC's “Meet the Press.” Gabbard in 2022 endorsed one of Russia’s justifications for invading Ukraine : the existence of dozens of U.S.-funded biolabs working on some of the world’s nastiest pathogens. The labs are part of an international effort to control outbreaks and stop bioweapons, but Moscow claimed Ukraine was using them to create deadly bioweapons. Gabbard said she just voiced concerns about protecting the labs. Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Missouri, said he thought it was “totally ridiculous” that Gabbard was being cast as a Russian asset for having different political views. “It’s insulting. It’s a slur, quite frankly. There’s no evidence that she’s a asset of another country,” he said on NBC. Sen. James Lankford, another Oklahoma Republican, acknowledged having “lots of questions” for Gabbard as the Senate considers her nomination to lead the intelligence services. Lankford said on NBC that he wants to ask Gabbard about her meeting with Assad and some of her past comments about Russia. “We want to know what the purpose was and what the direction for that was. As a member of Congress, we want to get a chance to talk about past comments that she’s made and get them into full context,” Lankford said. Adriana Gomez Licon, The Associated Press
Brazilian police formally accused Bolsonaro of an attempted coup. What comes next?While Christmas is typically a time of joy and celebration for many, it can also be a period of stress for others. The preparations for guests, cooking a large meal, and buying numerous gifts can be overwhelming. According to scientists, this can have a negative impact on the body. A study published in the British Medical Journal in 2018 revealed that Christmas Eve is one of the most common times of the year for heart attacks. As part of their research, a Swedish team analysed data from a heart attack registry collected between 1998 and 2013. They were particularly interested in whether factors such as national holidays, major sports events, the hour of the day, or the day of the week could increase the risk of a heart attack. READ MORE - Kyran Durnin suspect told taxi driver he didn’t kill the boy - but named those who did READ MORE - New Year's Day snow fears grow as new weather maps turn dark purple The data set included information on 283,014 heart attacks reported to a coronary care unit over that 16-year period. It was found that during the Christmas and New Year period, the risk of a heart attack increased by 15 per cent compared to the control period. However, this significantly rose on December 24, when the risk shot up to 37 per cent. The peak time for heart attacks on Christmas Eve was 10pm, reports Surrey Live . The researchers attributed this increase to the fact that Swedes hold most of their festive celebrations on Christmas Eve, unlike in the Ireland where they are held on Christmas Day. They suggested that emotions tend to peak at this time of year. The study also found that individuals over the age of 75 and/or those with diabetes and pre-existing heart conditions were at the greatest risk. Midsummer, considered the second most significant holiday in Sweden, was identified as a perilous period for heart attacks, with a 12% increased risk. Apart from holidays, Monday mornings at 8am were also associated with a higher incidence of heart attacks. The research builds on earlier studies linking heart attacks to holidays and major events. "In Western countries, cardiac mortality and hospital admission due to myocardial infarction [heart attack] has been observed to peak at the Christmas and New Year holiday," the study stated. "The risk of myocardial infarction has also been linked to football championships, hurricanes, and stock market crashes. "It is therefore conjectured that factors associated with emotional stress, physical activity, and lifestyle changes may modulate the onset of myocardial infarction by acting as short term triggers." The study concluded: "In this large study covering 16 years of clinical myocardial infarction data, a higher risk of myocardial infarction was observed during Christmas/New Year and Midsummer holidays but not during the Easter holiday." "The highest risk was during Christmas Eve and in patients over 75, and those with previous diabetes and coronary artery disease. Sports events were not associated with higher risk of myocardial infarction." Per HSE guidelines, typical symptoms of a heart attack include an overwhelming sense of anxiety (akin to having a panic attack); chest pain – a feeling of pressure, heaviness, tightness or squeezing across your chest; pain in other parts of the body – it can feel as if the pain is spreading from your chest to your arms (usually the left arm, but it can affect both arms), jaw, neck, back and tummy; feeling lightheaded or dizzy; sweating and shortness of breath; feeling sick (nausea) or being sick (vomiting). If you suspect that you or someone else is experiencing a heart attack, it's crucial to dial 999 straight away. Factors that increase your risk of a heart attack include: Join the Irish Mirror’s breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive breaking news and the latest headlines direct to your phone. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice .Lebanon's Hezbollah movement are firing heavy rocket barrages at Israel, with Israeli media reporting that a building has been hit near Tel Aviv, after a powerful Israeli air strike killed at least 29 people in Beirut a day earlier. Israel also struck Beirut's Hezbollah-controlled southern suburbs on Sunday, where intensified bombardment over the last two weeks has coincided with signs of progress in US-led ceasefire talks. Hezbollah, which has previously vowed to respond to attacks on Beirut by targeting Tel Aviv, said it had launched precision missiles at two military sites in Tel Aviv and nearby. Police said there were multiple impact sites in the area of Petah Tikvah, on the eastern side of Tel Aviv, and that several people had minor injuries. Television footage showed an apartment damaged by rocket fire in Petah Tikvah, and video from the medical service MDA showed cars burning. The Israeli military (IDF) said Hezbollah had fired 170 rockets at Israel on Sunday, of which many were intercepted. At least four people had been injured by shrapnel. Video obtained by Reuters showed a projectile exploding as it smashed into the roof of a building in the northern Israeli city of Nahariya. The military warned on social media that it planned to target Hezbollah facilities in southern Beirut before strikes which security sources in Lebanon said demolished two apartment blocks. Afterwards, the IDF said it had hit command centres "deliberately embedded between civilian buildings". On Saturday, it had carried out one of its deadliest and most powerful strikes on the centre of Beirut. Lebanon's health ministry on Sunday raised the death toll from 20 to 29. It said 84 people had been killed in all on Saturday, taking the death toll to 3754 since October 2023. The IDF did not comment on Saturday's strike in the capital or say what it had attacked. Israel went on the offensive against the Iran-backed Hezbollah in September, pounding the south, the Bekaa Valley and Beirut's southern suburbs with air strikes after nearly a year of hostilities ignited by the Gaza war. The Israeli offensive has uprooted more than one million people in Lebanon. Israel says its aim is to secure the return home of tens of thousands of people evacuated from its north due to rocket attacks by Hezbollah, which opened fire in support of Hamas at the start of the Gaza war in October 2023. US mediator Amos Hochstein highlighted progress in negotiations during a visit to Beirut last week, before travelling to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz, and then returning to Washington. European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell on Sunday said a US ceasefire proposal was awaiting final approval from Israel. "We must pressure the Israeli government and maintain the pressure on Hezbollah to accept the US proposal for a ceasefire," he said in Beirut after meeting Lebanese officials. Israeli media reported that Netanyahu had convened a meeting of his security cabinet for 5pm local time. Diplomacy has focused on restoring a ceasefire based on UN Security Council Resolution 1701, which ended a 2006 Hezbollah-Israel war. It requires Hezbollah to pull its fighters back around 30 km from the Israeli border, and the Lebanese army to deploy in the buffer zone. The Lebanese army said on Sunday at least one soldier had been killed and 18 more injured in an Israeli strike that caused severe damage at an army centre in Al-Amiriya near the southern city of Tyre. The Israeli military said it regretted and was investigating the incident, and that it was fighting against Hezbollah, not the Lebanese Army. Lebanon's caretaker prime minister, Najib Mikati, said the attack "represents a direct bloody message rejecting all efforts to reach a ceasefire, strengthen the army's presence in the south, and implement ... 1701". Borrell said the EU was ready to allocate 200 million euros ($A321 million) to support the Lebanese army.( MENAFN - PR Newswire) INCHEON, South Korea, Dec. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung Biologics (KRX: 207940), a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), today announced its continued recognition by the Dow Jones Sustainability World index (DJSI), a globally recognized benchmark for evaluating the sustainability performance of over 2,500 publicly traded companies. Samsung Biologics was recognized for its dedication to embed sustainable business practices across its operations, particularly robust environmental efforts, including progress toward achieving net-zero emissions and an enhanced focus on carbon reduction across the value chain. The company has been listed for four consecutive years. "This achievement demonstrates our commitment to driving sustainability across our operations and the broader biopharma value chain," said John Rim, President and CEO of Samsung Biologics. "We remain focused on delivering meaningful progress toward a net-zero future while supporting our clients and partners with their ESG goals and contribute to a healthier world." Samsung Biologics continues to advance ESG initiatives, including its leadership role within the Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI). As a champion of the Supply Chains Working Group in the SMI Health Systems Task Force, the company actively engages global suppliers to decarbonize and build more resilient value chains. The global CDMO is accelerating transition to renewable energy through its Power Purchase Agreement, Renewable Energy Certificate, also having completed Product Carbon Footprint measurements to support our clients in achieving net-zero. This year, Samsung Biologics joined the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative and also received an EcoVadis platinum sustainability rating. About Samsung Biologics Co., Ltd. Samsung Biologics (KRX: 207940) is a fully integrated, end-to-end CDMO service provider, offering seamless development and manufacturing solutions from cell line development to final aseptic fill/finish as well as laboratory testing support for the biopharmaceutical products we manufacture. Our state-of-the-art facilities are CGMP compliant with bioreactors ranging from small to large scales to serve varying client needs. To maximize our operational efficiency and expand our capabilities in response to growing biomanufacturing demand, Samsung Biologics offers a combined 604 kL total capacity. The company launched Bio Campus II with the construction of Plant 5, which will be operational in April 2025, adding 180 kL biomanufacturing capacity. Additionally, Samsung Biologics America enables the company to work in closer proximity to clients based in the U.S. and Europe. We continue to upgrade our capabilities to accommodate our clients by investing in a dedicated antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) facility, mRNA technologies, and additional aseptic filling capacity. As a sustainable CDMO partner of choice, we are committed to on-time, in-full delivery of the products we manufacture with our flexible manufacturing solutions, operational excellence, and proven expertise. 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Daily Post Nigeria EPL: Amorim begins Man Utd stint with 1-1 draw at Ipswich Home News Politics Metro Entertainment Sport Sport EPL: Amorim begins Man Utd stint with 1-1 draw at Ipswich Published on November 24, 2024 By Ifreke Inyang New Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim began his stint at the Premier League club with a 1-1 draw at Ipswich Town. The 39-year-old began work officially on November 11 and waited for the international break to be over before his first game. Marcus Rashford gave the Red Devils a dream start with a goal within the opening two minutes. But the hosts responded before the break with a stunning finish from Omari Hutchinson. Ipswich had chances from Liam Delap to claim a second, but ultimately settled for a draw at Portman Road. Amorim’s next league game will be against Everton at Old Trafford. Related Topics: Amorim EPL Ipswich man utd Don't Miss EPL: Leicester City sack manager Steve Cooper You may like EPL: Leicester City sack manager Steve Cooper EPL: Brilliant player, he’s good – Owen Hargreaves lavishes praise on Arsenal star EPL: Amorim includes 16-year-old defender in Man Utd squad to face Ipswich EPL: Guardiola staying at Man City a problem for everybody – Amorim EPL: No excuses – Gary Neville names two teams to win title as Man City lose EPL: We’ll get walked over by Liverpool – Kyle Walker issues warning to Man City Advertise About Us Contact Us Privacy-Policy Terms Copyright © Daily Post Media LtdNone
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China, Czech Republic strengthen ties through "Study in China" exhibitionNEW YORK , Dec. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report on how AI is redefining market landscape -The global extended reality (XR) market size is estimated to grow by USD 1.04 trillion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of almost 56.45% during the forecast period. Rapid improvements in sensor technology is driving market growth, with a trend towards advent of 5G. However, infrastructural and integration issues poses a challenge. Key market players include 3D Systems Corp., ABB Ltd., Accenture Plc, Alphabet Inc., Canon Inc., HTC Corp., Intel Corp., Lenovo Group Ltd., Magic Leap Inc., Meta Platforms Inc., Microsoft Corp., NVIDIA Corp., PTC Inc., Qualcomm Inc., Roper Technologies Inc., Seiko Epson Corp., SoftServe Inc., Sony Group Corp., Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd., and VertexPlus Technologies Ltd.. AI-Powered Market Evolution Insights. Our comprehensive market report ready with the latest trends, growth opportunities, and strategic analysis- View Free Sample Report PDF Forecast period 2024-2028 Base Year 2023 Historic Data 2018 - 2022 Segment Covered Application (VR, AR, and MR), Component (Hardware and Software and services), and Geography (North America, APAC, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa) Region Covered North America, APAC, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa Key companies profiled 3D Systems Corp., ABB Ltd., Accenture Plc, Alphabet Inc., Canon Inc., HTC Corp., Intel Corp., Lenovo Group Ltd., Magic Leap Inc., Meta Platforms Inc., Microsoft Corp., NVIDIA Corp., PTC Inc., Qualcomm Inc., Roper Technologies Inc., Seiko Epson Corp., SoftServe Inc., Sony Group Corp., Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd., and VertexPlus Technologies Ltd. Key Market Trends Fueling Growth The integration of 5G technology into extended reality (XR) applications brings significant advantages. With high bandwidth and low latency, 5G enables the use of AR in live, outdoor environments and facilitates cloud-based gaming. A reliable 5G subscription is necessary for effective cloud gaming. The lower latency of 5G networks compared to previous generations is crucial for XR applications, ensuring real-time responsiveness for seamless experiences. Vendors like Qualcomm and Samsung collaborate with telecom providers offering 5G technology. By 2025, global 5G deployment is predicted. XR applications, such as remote collaboration and training, benefit from 5G's capabilities, accelerating the growth of the XR market. XR technology, which includes Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR), is revolutionizing various industries. The market for XR devices and content is growing rapidly, with VR headsets and AR glasses leading the way. The gaming industry is a major driver, with XR games and simulations becoming increasingly popular. The healthcare sector is also adopting XR for training programs, simulations, and virtual meetings, addressing health concerns such as myopia and enabling remote surgeries. In the hospitality industry, XR is enhancing customer experience through virtual tours and interactive menus. The software segment, including 5G technology, is crucial for delivering high-quality XR content to users. Mixed reality is expected to gain traction in retail stores, while 5G users will benefit from improved internet connectivity and processing capability distribution. Doctors and contemporary healthcare institutions are exploring XR for medical training and virtual realities to treat target organs. The entertainment industry and online gaming are also embracing XR technology, making it an exciting time for this innovative technology. Insights on how AI is driving innovation, efficiency, and market growth- Request Sample! Market Challenges ai_dominating_segment_factor_new The Extended Reality (XR) market is experiencing rapid growth with applications in various sectors like virtual meetings, online gaming, and contemporary healthcare institutions. However, challenges persist. Internet connectivity and gaming equipment accessibility remain key issues for virtual meetings and online gaming, particularly in developing regions. In the medical sector, doctors and surgeons require target organs identification in real-time during virtual realities, which demands high processing capability distribution. 5G technology is a game-changer, enabling real-time, experiences for 5G users in 5G operations. Mobile XR and solo headsets dominate the consumer market, while tethered VR headsets cater to professional services and industrial training. E-commerce, entertainment, construction, retail and e-commerce, transportation, and industrial and manufacturing sectors also leverage XR. Augmented reality technologies, such as live broadcast, virtual projects, and cast, are transforming industries like education, festivals, television presentations, and corporate events. Cloud VR-based technology and program developers are essential for the growth of XR studios. NFTs and advanced human-machine interfaces are the future of XR, with gaming companies leading the charge in the multi-dimensional Web 3.0. Insights into how AI is reshaping industries and driving growth- Download a Sample Report Segment Overview This extended reality (xr) market report extensively covers market segmentation by Application 1.1 VR 1.2 AR 1.3 MR Component 2.1 Hardware 2.2 Software and services Geography 3.1 North America 3.2 APAC 3.3 Europe 3.4 South America 3.5 Middle East and Africa 1.1 VR- The Extended Reality (XR) market refers to the technology that blends real and virtual worlds. It includes Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR). Companies like Microsoft, Google, and Facebook are investing heavily in this space. XR applications span across industries such as gaming, education, healthcare, and manufacturing. The market is expected to grow significantly due to increasing demand for interactive and experiences. Businesses can leverage XR to enhance customer engagement, improve training programs, and streamline operations. Download complimentary Sample Report to gain insights into AI's impact on market dynamics, emerging trends, and future opportunities- including forecast (2024-2028) and historic data (2018 - 2022) Research Analysis The Extended Reality (XR) market is experiencing exponential growth, transforming various sectors with its technologies. Virtual meetings are revolutionizing the way we connect, enabling remote collaborations in real-time. Online gaming is reaching new heights with XR devices, offering more interactive and engaging experiences. Internet connectivity and gaming equipment are essential prerequisites for XR technology, ensuring seamless and uninterrupted access to XR content. In the healthcare sector, doctors and contemporary healthcare institutions are leveraging XR for training and surgeries, allowing for more precise targeting of organs and minimally invasive procedures. Virtual realities and augmented reality are revolutionizing education, providing students with learning experiences and simulations. 5G technology and XR technology are synergistic, with the former providing the necessary speed and bandwidth for the latter. XR devices and XR content are driving demand, with games and training programs being the most popular applications. The entertainment industry and gaming industry are leading the charge, while the education industry is quickly catching up. Market Research Overview Extended Reality (XR), encompassing virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality, is revolutionizing various sectors with its experiences. Virtual meetings allow remote collaboration in contemporary healthcare institutions, enabling doctors and surgeons to plan target organ surgeries in virtual realities. Students in the medical sector can learn through interactive simulations and training programs. In the entertainment industry, XR is transforming online gaming with advanced human-machine interfaces and ultra-high-resolution VR glasses. 5G technology and processing capability distribution empower 5G users to enjoy XR operations in mobile and solo headsets. E-commerce and retail are leveraging XR for virtual projects, live broadcasts, and shopping experiences. Construction, transportation, industrial and manufacturing, festivals, television presentations, corporate events, professional services, and XR studios are also embracing XR technologies. Augmented reality technologies, such as NFT and AR in retail stores, are redefining consumer experiences. The software segment, including program developers and cloud VR-based technology, is fueling the growth of XR content in education, industrial training, and healthcare. The future of XR is multi-dimensional, merging the physical and digital worlds for a Web 3.0 experience. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation Application VR AR MR Component Hardware Software And Services Geography North America APAC Europe South America Middle East And Africa 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix About Technavio Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio's comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios. Contacts Technavio Research Jesse Maida Media & Marketing Executive US: +1 844 364 1100 UK: +44 203 893 3200 Email: media@technavio.com Website: www.technavio.com/ View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/extended-reality-xr-market-to-grow-by-usd-1-04-trillion-2024-2028-driven-by-advances-in-sensor-technology-with-ai-impacting-market-trends---technavio-302318976.html SOURCE Technavio © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.