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Building the Open Metaverse

Patrick Cozzi and Marc Petit

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The metaverse is an open and immersive network for gaming, social engagement, and enterprise collaboration, enabled by a breadth of technology that includes game engines, AR wearables, real-world scans, and VR. On Building the Open Metaverse, hosts Patrick Cozzi and Marc Petit invite a broad range of technical experts to share their insights on how the community is building the metaverse together.
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In this podcast episode, Neha Singh, Founder and CEO of Obsess.vr, delves into her journey and the innovative strides her company is making in the world of e-commerce. Singh, whose background uniquely blends computer science from MIT and fashion studies from FIT, has channeled her dual expertise into founding Obsess.vr. The platform transforms trad…
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Julie Lottering from Epic Games and Liz Dailey from CreateAccess delve into the expanding universe of 3D creation and its implications for various industries and education. Julie Lottering starts the conversation by discussing the remarkable growth of careers in 3D and real-time applications. She attributes this growth to the availability of free t…
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In this episode of "Building the Open Metaverse," hosts Marc Petit and Patrick Cozzi welcome Will Eastcott, the co-founder and CEO of PlayCanvas, a pioneering open-source game engine. Eastcott's journey in the gaming industry began in the 1980s when he was captivated by the 3D space trading game "Elite," which fueled his passion for computers and v…
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Joseph Kim, the CEO of Lila Games, takes listeners on a journey through his remarkable career in the gaming industry, spanning over two decades of experience at major companies and entrepreneurial ventures.Kim begins by sharing his background in electrical engineering and computer science, followed by his early forays into startups and management c…
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In this thought-provoking conversation, Virginie Maillard, Head of Global Research in Simulation and Digital Twin at Siemens Digital Industry, shares her insights on the industrial metaverse. She defines the industrial metaverse as a virtual space where users can interact with digital twins, enabling real-time collaboration and decision-making for …
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In this insightful conversation, Ashley Crowder, the co-founder and CEO of VNTANA, takes us on her entrepreneurial journey from quitting her engineering job to pioneering a company that is revolutionizing how enterprises leverage 3D and augmented reality. Ashley shares her passion for spatial computing and immersive technologies, which led her to c…
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In this captivating conversation, Alex Mahon, the trailblazing CEO who led the digital transformation of Channel 4 and previously of The Foundry, unveils her bold vision for the future of television. With a unique background spanning medical physics and television production, Mahon's journey has been marked by a passion for change and innovation.Ma…
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Marc & Patrick are back for a new season of Building The Open Metaverse. This season will be focused on topics like open standards, industrial metaverse, the web and many other.Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.org And make sure …
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Timothy Bates provides his perspectives on key 2023 technology topics based on decades of industry experience. On AI, Bates notes the industry's transition towards human-centric models tailored for specific use cases versus generalized models, citing issues with bias. He contrasts corporate, group-specific, and individual models optimized for diffe…
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In this thought-provoking episode, acclaimed industrial designer Anne Asensio shares valuable perspectives from her pioneering career spanning automotive giants Renault and General Motors, to her current leadership role as Vice President of Design Experience at Dassault Systèmes. The discussion opens with Asensio recounting her early fascination wi…
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Aras Pranckevičius reminisces about his formative years at Unity, detailing the transition from a Mac-only platform to a gaming revolution with the advent of the iPhone. He critiques Unity's package management and advocates for keeping core functionality within the main codebase. Aras favors text-based programming languages, given their clarity com…
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In this episode of the "Building the Open Metaverse" podcast, guest Yonathan shares his journey to becoming a pioneer in the metaverse through platforms like Roblox. He discusses how young people today are "metaverse native," immersed in virtual worlds and using avatars to socialize. His company, Super Social, builds virtual experiences for brands …
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This episode features Tino Millar, CEO of Move AI, a company aiming to make 3D animation more accessible. Millar outlines his background, including PhD research in material science and sports injuries, which sparked his interest in digitizing human motion. He explains Move AI’s markerless mocap technology, which uses AI and computer vision to turn …
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In this episode of the Building the Open Metaverse podcast, Ken Russell and Corentin Wallez from the Google Chrome graphics team discuss using web browsers and technologies like WebGPU, WebGL, and WebAssembly to build an open and accessible metaverse. They explain how new browser capabilities like WebGPU's compute shaders and multi-threading suppor…
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In this episode of Building the Open Metaverse, hosts Patrick Cozzi and Marc Petit discuss artificial intelligence ethics, safety, and governance with attorney Liz Rothman. Rothman provides an overview of the key issues being debated regarding responsible AI development and use. She explains that conversations are focused on three main areas - algo…
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In this episode of the Building the Open Metaverse podcast, hosts Marc Petit and Patrick Cozzi are joined by computer graphics legend Jim Blinn. Blinn recounts his pioneering work in CG, from developing bump mapping while a PhD student at University of Utah in the 1970s to producing animations for the Voyager spacecraft's flybys of Jupiter and Satu…
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Bilawal Sidhu joins the podcast to discuss his background in emerging tech and experiences working at Google. Sidhu became interested in mixed realities at a young age when he saw visual effects being used to blend the physical and digital worlds in movies. This inspired him to learn 3D animation and visual effects software. Later, Sidhu studied co…
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In this episode, Hugo Swart from Qualcomm Technologies joins hosts Marc Petit and Patrick Cozzi to discuss Qualcomm's work in XR and the metaverse. Hugo shares his career journey, starting in wireless technology in the early 2000s during the transition from desktop to mobile computing. He helped develop some of the first standalone VR headsets in 2…
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Pixar CTO Steve May has spent 25 years in animation and visual effects, pioneering tools behind classics like Monsters Inc., Finding Nemo, and Cars. In the 1990s, Pixar faced fundamental challenges in making 90-minute animated films. May helped develop new techniques like animated fur and realistic water. The pace of innovation was intense with uns…
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Peggy Johnson, CEO of Magic Leap, joins Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to discuss her leadership journey, building an ecosystem, and augmented reality in the metaverse. Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.org An…
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Marc Petit (Epic Games) is joined by guest Yu Yuan, the President of the IEEE Standards Association, to talk about the wide-ranging history and standards that the IEEE has and how the IEEE is helping to standardize the metaverse. ==== Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit o…
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In this exciting episode of Building the Open Metaverse, Marc & Patrick talk to Stefano Corazza, Head of Roblox Studio and discuss the fascinating realms of 3D technology, the metaverse, machine learning, and the creative power of Roblox Studio. Discover the potential of these technologies and gain exclusive insights into the future of virtual expe…
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Brian Karis, Engineering Fellow at Epic Games ==== Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.org And make sure you follow us on Linkedin for all of our show updates https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingtheopenmetaverse/ Building the …
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John Gaeta, inventor and Academy Award-winning designer, joins the podcast to discuss AI driven storytelling and interactive content. ==== Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.org And make sure you follow us on Linkedin for all of o…
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==== Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.org And make sure you follow us on Linkedin for all of our show updates https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingtheopenmetaverse/ Building the Open Metaverse is a podcast hosted by Patrick …
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Dirk Lueth, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Upland, one of the largest blockchain-based metaverses, joins the podcast to discuss digital economics in the Metaverse. ==== Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.org And make sure you follow us on…
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Anton Kaplanyan, VP of Graphics Research at Intel, joins the podcast to discuss the future of visual graphics. ==== Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.org And make sure you follow us on Linkedin for all of our show updates https:/…
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Immersive storytelling in the Metaverse with Ben Grossmann ==== Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.org And make sure you follow us on Linkedin for all of our show updates https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingtheopenmetaverse/ …
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Amit Jain, Co-Founder of Luma AI, joins the podcast to discuss the future of 3D and neural rendering. ==== Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.org And make sure you follow us on Linkedin for all of our show updates https://www.link…
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Karen Baker, thought leader on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, President and co-founder and president of Boathouse Marketing, joins the podcast to discuss design justice principles in the Metaverse. ==== Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopen…
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Kurt Akeley, pioneer in computer graphics who led the definition of Open GL, joins the podcast to discuss the history of computer graphics and what is in store for the future ==== Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.org And make su…
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Yat Siu, co-founder and executive chairman of Animoca Brands joins the podcast to discuss why Web3 is pivotal to the metaverse and what the future of this industry will hold. ==== Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.org And make su…
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We'll talk to you again on Feb 28th! Make sure to stay updated with the show in the links below! www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.org https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingtheopenmetaverse/ youtube.com/@buildingtheopenmetaverse Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our websi…
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Matthew Ball, CEO of Epyllion, joins Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to wrap up Season 3 with a discussion about key developments in metaverse technology, the state of the market, and his latest book, The Metaverse: And How it Will Revolutionize Everything. Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenme…
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Jon Radoff, CEO of Beamable, joins Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to discuss the current landscape and emerging trends in the Metaverse. Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.org And make sure you follow us on Lin…
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Philip Rosedale, creator of Second Life, joins Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to discuss the evolution of metaverse technology and philosophy over the last several decades. Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.or…
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Keith Bentley, Executive VP, CTO & Co-Founder of Bentley Systems joins Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to talk about digital twins, interoperability and open source, and his unique career as a technologist and business leader. Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more informati…
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Christine Marzano, CEO and Co-Founder of BODS, joins Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to talk about her career journey in fashion and technology and the future of virtual fit solutions in the metaverse. Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www…
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Ping Fu, innovator, entrepreneur, and artist, joins Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to describe her journey from China to Co-founding a leading 3D software company, the boards of LiveNation, Burning Man and others, and discuss how the metaverse will bridge the real and virtual worlds. Have any comments or questions? Email the sho…
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Andrew "Boz" Bosworth, CTO of Meta and Head of Reality Labs, joins Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to talk about Meta’s vision for the metaverse, VR, platforms, and much more. Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.…
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Timmu Tõke, CEO and Co-Founder of Ready Player Me, joins Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to discuss avatars and identity in the metaverse. Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our website www.buildingtheopenmetaverse.org And make sure you follow us on Li…
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Carl Bass, former President and CEO of Autodesk, joins Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to discuss the role of CAD in the metaverse. Mr. Bass shares his thoughts on generative design tools, 3D printing, and digital twins for the metaverse. Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want mo…
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Rev Lebaredian, Vice President, Omniverse & Simulation Technology at NVIDIA, joins Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to discuss his journey in tech, current work, and computer graphics and AI for the metaverse. Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit our webs…
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Neal Stephenson, author and Co-founder of LAMINA1, joins Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to share what inspired him to write books like Snow Crash and Cryptonomicon, and his thoughts on the technology necessary to empower and pay creators in the open metaverse. Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheop…
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Neil Trevett, President of The Khronos Group and VP of Developer Ecosystems at NVIDIA, rejoins Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to kick off season 3. The group shares a recap of the Building the Open Metaverse full day course at SIGGRAPH, updates on the Metaverse Standards Forum, and a preview of upcoming podcast guests and topics…
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Neil Trevett, President of The Khronos Group, and VP, Developer Ecosystems at NVIDIA, returns to join Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) for a discussion about the newly created Metaverse Standards Forum and the upcoming Building the Open Metaverse full-day course at SIGGRAPH 2022. Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feed…
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Michaël Trabbia, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer of the Orange Group, joins Marc Petit (Epic Games) to discuss telecommunications in the metaverse. Topics include 5G, the evolution of infrastructure, open standards, and more. Have any comments or questions? Email the show Feedback@Buildingtheopenmetaverse.org Want more information? Visit ou…
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Raji Arasu, Executive Vice President and CTO, and Diana Colella, SVP for Media & Entertainment at Autodesk join Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to discuss the company's role in the metaverse. The discussion covers the creation of models and content, business models, digital twins, virtual and cloud based production, XR, and more.…
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Tiffany Xingyu Wang, a leader at the intersection of AI and Trust and Safety, and Mark DeLoura, game industry veteran, join Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) to discuss Trust and Safety in the Metaverse. This episode covers technical and human challenges, policy and business considerations, and the opportunities ahead in building a…
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Dr. Ed Catmull, Former President of Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios, joins Patrick Cozzi (Cesium) and Marc Petit (Epic Games) for a wide-ranging discussion that includes Dr. Catmull's insights on the creation of the first computer-animated feature films, personal experiences working with George Lucas and Steve Jobs, nurturing creativity in …
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