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Amelia Virtual Care is a mental health technology company with offices in Barcelona and Mountain View, specializing in a comprehensive virtual reality platform designed for mental health treatment. This platform enables professionals to address a variety of mental health disorders, including phobias, anxiety, and depression. With a workforce of over 60 employees, Amelia has successfully delivered more than 200,000 VR therapy sessions, primarily in the United States, which serves as its main market. The company's innovative platform includes multiple features and user-friendly controls, facilitating effective therapy sessions. Recent financing and a new management team are expected to enhance Amelia's growth and strengthen its clinical evidence and commercial activities.

VRChat is a virtual reality social platform that enables users to create and explore immersive virtual worlds. The platform emphasizes community-driven content creation, allowing users to design custom avatars, engage in social interactions, and participate in events. VRChat features 3D spatialized audio, enhancing the experience by allowing users to hear conversations in a more natural way. By fostering a creative environment, VRChat empowers individuals to build diverse 3D experiences and connect with others globally, making it a significant player in the social virtual reality space.

VRChat is a virtual reality social platform that enables users to create and explore immersive virtual worlds. The platform emphasizes community-driven content creation, allowing users to design custom avatars, engage in social interactions, and participate in events. VRChat features 3D spatialized audio, enhancing the experience by allowing users to hear conversations in a more natural way. By fostering a creative environment, VRChat empowers individuals to build diverse 3D experiences and connect with others globally, making it a significant player in the social virtual reality space.

InsiteVR helps architects and 3D designers easily create immersive virtual reality experiences. At InsiteVR.com architects and 3D designers can upload existing 3D models, which are then converted and optimized for viewing in virtual reality devices like the Oculus Rift, Google Cardboard or simply on mobile devices. Trying to understand 3D spaces by looking at static two-dimensional pictures is not intuitive. Communicating those 3D designs to a client, friend or colleague who isn't trained to understand 3D space isn't always trivial either. With virtual reality, architects and designers can effortlessly communicate the essence of their designs, save time and feel confident their viewer understands the design.

Wave focuses on interactive virtual experiences with a mission to help artists make money at the intersection of gaming and entertainment. Wave’s technology enables musicians to create lifelike avatars of themselves that can “perform” their music on a virtual stage. Most of these virtual shows take place either on the company’s YouTube channel, but Wave’s apps let users tune in on gaming consoles, phones or even the Oculus Rift VR headset. While watching a Wave, viewers can log in to comment in a chat function and give live feedback to the avatar performers.

SpectraVR is a virtual reality media production and technology startup, the first in this space in India, founded by a highly experienced team of media and technology experts. We create the best 360 degree experiences using the latest 360° camera techniques and software capabilities. We were founded on the passion to push the limits of 360° film making and to awe people with amazing full scope images. The team of SpectraVR has a long and in-depth experience of online media production and technology. In wide range from full feature films to tv-commercials, SpectraVR is able to deliver quality on every platform. Specialized in story telling, our background is mainly focused on extreme sports, travel, food, & music - combining our passion with work. We work closely with our clients to build innovative 360 degree experiences and enable them to tell their story in an immersive, fun and engaging way.

TimeLooper, Inc. is a company that specializes in creating immersive virtual and augmented reality experiences aimed at enhancing the interaction between cultural institutions and visitors. Founded in 2015 and based in New York, TimeLooper employs advanced technologies such as geographic information systems, holographic imaging, and 3D scanning to develop applications that allow users to explore historical events and cultural settings. By integrating storytelling with these technologies, TimeLooper's platform offers users a unique opportunity to engage with the past, facilitating a deeper understanding of history and culture through innovative, location-based time travel experiences.

We are a pioneer in the world of Immersive Media experience. We continue to push the limits because we believe in Immersive Media’s unmatched power to educate, inspire, entertain, and communicate. Zeality Inc. is the leading provider of innovative cloud solutions for delivering immersive media content across all connected devices. The company offers a full suite of products and services that will help you define the use of immersive media, determine the value of the medium and develop repeatable, scalable model for using VR and 360 videos in your iphone and android applications. The company leverages strong strategic partnerships with production companies, tech corporations, infrastructure organizations, and more, to create multi-directional engagement with a variety of audiences through immersive experiences. Our customers include innovative brands like the San Francisco 49ers, San Jose Sharks, Reebok and others, who are all working to deliver on the promise of immersive media. For more information, please visit http://zeality.co/.

River Studios LLC was founded in April 2015 by Mike Rothenberg. River Studios is most known for creating and producing "Hymn for the Weekend" in collaboration with Coldplay and Beyonce, as well as providing technical consulting and expertise for the world's first and most successful accelerator program for early-stage startups, the River Accelerator. Prior to creating River Studios, in 2012 Mike founded Rothenberg Ventures, a seed-stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco and the leading VC for Frontier Technology startups. In January 2015, identifying the huge potential in VR, Rothenberg decided to build the world's first startup accelerator program focused on VR companies, and named it The River Accelerator Program, run by Rothenberg Ventures at the time. After the River Accelerator 2015 Spring program, Mike founded River Studios to create, build and promote frontier technology including VR, AR, and AI and to advise and partner with clients like Rothenberg Ventures. River Studios' team of experienced cinematographers helped the River Accelerator identify and cultivate startups to produce better technology and VR content, which started to draw the attention of artists and brands, that in turn asked to work with River Studios to help them understand, build, and create VR & AR content. In 2015, a client project that combined production with development work inspired the studio to partner closely with Twisted Oak Studios, one of the most talented Unity 3D development studios in the world, which unofficially became known as "River Studios Canada". Since 2015, River Studios has collaborated with artists and creators across the globe including Coldplay, Beyonce, Bjork, and BEP. River Studios' producer Mike Rothenberg pitched, created and produced "Hymn For the Weekend", launched in 2016 and now approaching 900 million YouTube views. River Studios has continued its collaborated with Rothenberg Ventures as a joint venture for the River Accelerator 2015 Fall, River Accelerator 2016 program, and River Accelerator 2017 programs.

River Studios LLC was founded in April 2015 by Mike Rothenberg. River Studios is most known for creating and producing "Hymn for the Weekend" in collaboration with Coldplay and Beyonce, as well as providing technical consulting and expertise for the world's first and most successful accelerator program for early-stage startups, the River Accelerator. Prior to creating River Studios, in 2012 Mike founded Rothenberg Ventures, a seed-stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco and the leading VC for Frontier Technology startups. In January 2015, identifying the huge potential in VR, Rothenberg decided to build the world's first startup accelerator program focused on VR companies, and named it The River Accelerator Program, run by Rothenberg Ventures at the time. After the River Accelerator 2015 Spring program, Mike founded River Studios to create, build and promote frontier technology including VR, AR, and AI and to advise and partner with clients like Rothenberg Ventures. River Studios' team of experienced cinematographers helped the River Accelerator identify and cultivate startups to produce better technology and VR content, which started to draw the attention of artists and brands, that in turn asked to work with River Studios to help them understand, build, and create VR & AR content. In 2015, a client project that combined production with development work inspired the studio to partner closely with Twisted Oak Studios, one of the most talented Unity 3D development studios in the world, which unofficially became known as "River Studios Canada". Since 2015, River Studios has collaborated with artists and creators across the globe including Coldplay, Beyonce, Bjork, and BEP. River Studios' producer Mike Rothenberg pitched, created and produced "Hymn For the Weekend", launched in 2016 and now approaching 900 million YouTube views. River Studios has continued its collaborated with Rothenberg Ventures as a joint venture for the River Accelerator 2015 Fall, River Accelerator 2016 program, and River Accelerator 2017 programs.

Emergent VR, Inc is a technology startup in San Francisco building a new way to create and share moments and memories using virtual reality. They are led by VR, game, and animation industry veterans from Disney, 2K Games, and DreamWorks Animation.

inVR is a United States-based company that operates an online platform designed for creators to transform 3D designs into virtual reality (VR) experiences accessible across various platforms. The company provides a user-friendly system that allows artists to upload their content and distribute it effortlessly, facilitating the creation and sharing of VR experiences without the need for coding. By streamlining the content creation process, inVR empowers users to deploy their creations to any VR headset, making it easier for creators to reach a wider audience.

Analytics platform made for 360VR media. Drag & drop plugin integration across all major VR headsets.

Rival Theory Inc. specializes in developing artificial intelligence technology for the entertainment sector, focusing on the creation of interactive characters. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the company offers AI solutions that cater to a diverse range of users, including students, hobbyists, professional studios, and government entities. Their RAIN AI engine has been widely adopted, utilized by over 100,000 studios and developers globally to produce advanced interactive characters inspired by both real and fictional figures. Additionally, Rival Theory's Sentio technology enhances this capability by enabling intelligent virtual actors that merge human performance capture with AI-driven personality and decision-making. This innovation allows for natural interactions in immersive environments such as virtual reality, broadening the potential applications of AI in digital entertainment, advertising, video games, simulations, film, and media.

Vicarious Surgical Inc. is a robotics company based in Charlestown, Massachusetts, established in 2014. The company focuses on developing advanced robotic systems that enhance the efficiency of minimally invasive surgical procedures. Its innovative surgical robot combines virtual reality with human-like robotics, allowing for greater precision and control during complex surgeries. Designed for abdominal access, the Vicarious Surgical Robotic System features 3D visualization and operates through a single port, which minimizes invasiveness and promotes faster patient recovery. This compact and portable system can be easily integrated into existing operating rooms, aiming to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.

AltspaceVR, Inc. is a social virtual reality software company founded in 2013 and based in Redwood City, California. The company focuses on creating a communication platform that allows users to connect and share experiences in a natural and engaging manner. Its platform supports a wide range of activities, including gaming, streaming content, attending live events, and business collaboration, all within immersive virtual environments. By integrating two-dimensional web content into shared virtual spaces, AltspaceVR extends the web to facilitate fully holographic experiences, enabling users to interact and form real connections with others globally. In 2017, AltspaceVR became a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation, further enhancing its capabilities and reach in the virtual reality space.

The Virtual Reality Company is a content studio that creates virtual reality experiences by combining technology, art, and storytelling. It is dedicated to the creation of stories for virtual reality platforms. The Virtual Reality Company was founded in 2014 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

Analytics platform made for 360VR media. Drag & drop plugin integration across all major VR headsets.

Founded in 2014, vantage.tv is disrupting the world of live events with VR live streaming and VOD content, social fan community features, and provides relevant commerce options to users. Based in San Francisco, CA our mission is to make live events enjoyable at any time from any place. Fans gain unique access to their favorite artists anywhere and any time. Artists and promoters are empowered with better ways to profitably connect with fans. Sponsors can offer engaging and relevant experiences for target audiences. Third party production teams can leverage the vantage.tv VR Production Program to produce their own incredible VR experiences.

Fove, Inc. specializes in the design and manufacture of eye-tracking virtual reality headsets. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Torrance, California, with an additional office in Tokyo, Japan, the company offers several innovative products, including the FOVE0 Headset, which allows users to navigate virtual environments through their gaze. Fove Healthcare is another offering that utilizes VR and eye-tracking technology for cognitive function assessments. Additionally, the NeU-VR headset measures both eye and brain activity. Fove also develops applications that provide real-time information related to its devices, enhancing user interaction with virtual content. By integrating advanced eye-tracking capabilities, Fove enables users to control and interact with virtual objects in unprecedented ways.

AltspaceVR, Inc. is a social virtual reality software company founded in 2013 and based in Redwood City, California. The company focuses on creating a communication platform that allows users to connect and share experiences in a natural and engaging manner. Its platform supports a wide range of activities, including gaming, streaming content, attending live events, and business collaboration, all within immersive virtual environments. By integrating two-dimensional web content into shared virtual spaces, AltspaceVR extends the web to facilitate fully holographic experiences, enabling users to interact and form real connections with others globally. In 2017, AltspaceVR became a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation, further enhancing its capabilities and reach in the virtual reality space.