Since its creation in 1999, Laval Virtual’s mission is to gather, inspire and valorize the VR/AR community through the world. After organizing events on different continents for 20 years, including the first 100% virtual event, the assocation has a new goal: build a…
The big winners of the Laval Virtual 2020
27 April 2020
On Wednesday, April 22nd 2020, following a call for projects that brought together nearly 320 candidates, the Laval Virtual Awards were awarded. Among the 16 nominees, 6 were awarded prizes by a jury of international experts at the Awards ceremony organized for the…
Laval Virtual 2020, a 22nd edition out of reality
24 April 2020
From April 22nd to 24th, we lived a disconcerting experience for some, unique for all and incredible for the entire Laval Virtual team. Laurent Chrétien, CEO, wanted to say a few words to visitors, partners, speakers, suppliers, exhibitors and all those who made this…
Akihiko Shirai, ambassador of virtual technologies in Japan
6 January 2020
Akihiko Shirai has been appointed as the director of “GREE VR Studio Lab,” the research and development organization for cutting-edge technology, including VR. We spoke to him about the business and technology behind the VTuber, as he passionately states that…
The Laval Virtual Center, a concentrate of innovation
23 December 2019
As one of the major players in the Laval Technopole, the Laval Virtual Center proudly stands as the first international hub for virtual reality and augmented reality. A catalyst for innovative uses for immersive technologies, the contemporary looking building conceals three…