The major players in the virtual reality scene have grouped up to form the
Global Virtual Reality Association.
Participants are Acer Starbreeze, Google, Oculus, Samsung, Sony, and HTC.
This post announces their plans:
Acer Starbreeze, Google, HTC VIVE,
Facebook’s Oculus, Samsung, and Sony Interactive Entertainment today announced
the creation of a non-profit organization of international headset manufacturers
to promote the growth of the global virtual reality (VR) industry. The Global
Virtual Reality Association (GVRA) will develop and share best practices for
industry and foster dialogue between public and private stakeholders around the
world.
The goal of the Global Virtual Reality Association is to promote responsible
development and adoption of VR globally. The association’s members will develop
and share best practices, conduct research, and bring the international VR
community together as the technology progresses. The group will also serve as a
resource for consumers, policymakers, and industry interested in VR.
VR has the potential to be the next great computing platform, improving sectors
ranging from education to healthcare, and contribute significantly to the global
economy. Through research, international engagement, and the development of best
practices, the founding companies of the Global Virtual Reality Association will
work to unlock and maximize VR’s potential and ensure those gains are shared as
broadly around the world as possible.