Metaverse Forum

One week until the MSF 3D Gaussian Splat Compression Town Hall. Nov 3, 8:00 to 11:00 PST, online and open to all. Speakers from Nokia, Huawei, PlayCanvas, LGE, and Qualcomm. Agenda and registration: metaverse-standards.org/event/3dgs-t... #3DGS #GaussianSplatting

Last chance to register for the MetaTr@versal Immersive Media Summit, tomorrow, Oct 22, 9:00 to 11:00 PDT. Join 3D creators working to fix fragmented formats, playback, and publishing for stereoscopic and volumetric media. Free to attend online: luma.com/jp7intbh #ImmersiveMedia

Placeframe, an open-source visual positioning system from The Outernet Foundation, is being integrated into Sneeze, the OMBI browser engine. First VPS to connect through OMBI’s open interface, using GeoPose. Demo expected before the end of 2026. #metaverse metaverse-standards.org/news/press-r...

MSF is co-hosting MetaTr@versal: Immersive Distribution Summit, a free virtual session on Oct 13 (9-11 AM PDT) on getting immersive content discovered, distributed, and monetized across the spatial web instead of stuck on one platform. Register: luma.com/biv98mrd #Metaverse #XR #SpatialWeb

A couple of days ago Kexin Zhang & Yuhang Zhao from the University of Wisconsin-Madison presented their work on inclusive avatar guidelines for people with disabilities. The video from the session is now available: youtu.be/Nt22PGzwrpA #Accessibility #Metaverse #Avatars #InclusiveDesign #XR

Be sure to register for the next MetaTraversal summit! On Tuesday, we will be discussing media interoperability. Come join us!

Formats, codecs, resolutions, playback rules that don't agree. Immersive media is a maze right now. MSF and the Academy of Immersive Arts & Sciences dig into fixing it at the Immersive Media Summit, Sept 29, 9-11am PDT, online. Register: luma.com/jp7intbh #Metaverse #ImmersiveVideo #XR

If you missed the last Special SDO Session introducing the x402 Foundation and their protocol bringing HTTP 402 Payment Required back into practical use, the recording and slides are available. Video: youtu.be/I3vg_aV1g8g?... Slides: metaverse-standards.org/wp-content/u...

Your credentials, data, and profiles are scattered across the metaverse and you don't control any of them. MSF and the Academy of Immersive Arts & Sciences are tackling that at the Immersive Identity Summit, Sept 22, 9-11am PDT, online. Register: luma.com/9xhxk5v7 #Metaverse #DigitalIdentity #XR

This Monday: MSF's Monetization in the Age of AI session, 8-10am PDT, virtual. Early start, register now: metaverse-standards-org.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #MSF #metaverse #x402 #OMA

MSF Special SDO session: Monetization in the Age of AI. Sept 14, 8-10am PDT, virtual. x402 Foundation and OMA3 speakers cover payment protocols for APIs and AI agents, plus ties to OMBI. Register: metaverse-standards-org.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #MSF #OMA3 #x402 #monetization

At #SIGGRAPH 2026, Neil Trevett (Metaverse Standards Forum), Yin-Chien Yeap (RP1), and Dean Abramson (RP1) laid out the case for the Open Metaverse Browser Initiative (OMBI), an open, standards-based layer that lets any device connect to spatial services on demand. www.youtube.com/watch?v=7HzM...

Incredibly excited to share the first iteration of our #XR #Accessibility Guidelines! We've been working on these for just about 2 years now and I truly believe they will push the state of the art for XR forward when adopted.

Join us July 27, 8-10 PDT: "Monetization in the Age of AI" — introducing x402, an open protocol bringing native payments to APIs, websites & AI agents. Speakers: Erik Reppel (x402 Foundation) & Alfred Tom (OMA3). Register: metaverse-standards.org/event/moneti... #Metaverse #AI #x402

Announcing the MSF XR Accessibility Guidelines v1.0! Testable criteria to help creators evaluate accessible #XR experiences — and push toward accessibility for severe disabilities. Still maturing — feedback welcome before July 31. docs.google.com/document/d/1...

The Metaverse Standards Forum and RP1 have introduced Sneeze, the world's first open metaverse browser engine. Built on OpenXR, glTF, and WebAssembly — open source under Apache 2.0. No single company controls it. metaverse-standards.org/news/press-r... #OpenMetaverse #OMBI #SpatialComputing

The Metaverse Standards Forum is heading to AWE 2026 in Long Beach (June 15-18) and we have a lot to share. We'll be showcasing OMBI -- the Open Metaverse Browser Initiative -- and Sneeze, the open-source metaverse browser engine. Learn more at metaverse-standards.org/event/awe-20... #AWE2026

The metaverse shouldn't be a collection of walled gardens. MSF's new Web of Worlds whitepaper lays out a practical, open framework for a truly interconnected 3D web, where virtual worlds are as easy to navigate as websites. Learn more: metaverse-standards.org/news/blog/an... #interoperability #OWP

Congratulations to our new and returning Board members: Ales Alajbegovic, Johannes Behr, William Benman, Paul Higgs, Makki Elfatih, Lauri Ilola, Sean Mann, Elizabeth Rothman, and Yu Yuan! #metaverse #leadership

Exciting news! The Metaverse Standards Forum and RP1 have launched the Open Metaverse Browser Initiative: an open-source effort to create the foundation for how the world will access spatial services. Read more and get involved! metaverse-standards.org/news/blog/in... #Metaverse #interoperability

Earlier this week, we hosted the Special SDO Session on Geospatial Standards. The video and slides are now available! Learn about #CityGML, #GeoPose, #MUDDI, #IndoorGML and #X3D! Video: youtu.be/2vD9TMIaH6A Slides: metaverse-standards.org/presentation... #OGC #Web3D #geospatial #metaverse

Exciting news! The Metaverse Standards Forum and RP1 have launched the Open Metaverse Browser Initiative: an open-source effort to create the foundation for how the world will access spatial services. Read more and get involved! metaverse-standards.org/news/blog/in... #Metaverse #interoperability

Metaverse Standards Forum is sponsoring the UGC Mixer @ GDC 2026! Building in Roblox, UEFN, Minecraft, or Horizon Worlds? Come hang with us in SF. Neil Trevett (MSF President) joins RP1's Sean Mann for a panel on open standards & metaverse browsers. www.luma.com/ewd6d3hh #GDC2026 #metaverse

Join us on March 11 for the next Special SDO Session: Geospatial Standards to Address the Requirement of Real World Use Cases! Date: March 11, 2026 Time: 7:00 – 9:00 AM PDT Register: metaverse-standards.org/event/specia... #metaverse #geospatial #DigitalTwins #Interoperability #OGC

During this Education Session, hosted by the Forum's 3D Assets Working Group, members from The Khronos Group, Alliance for OpenUSD (AOUSD), and MPEG gave their latest updates on various Gaussian splats efforts. youtu.be/f7tn0MA8TXM?... #gaussian #splats #splatting #3D #graphics

We are excited to sponsor the inaugural Build the Open Metaverse Hackathon during the week of GDC in San Francisco. Come help us build the metaverse! RSVP: www.rp1.com/hack #metaverse #hackathon #spatial #experiences

Save the date! New Tech Forum 2026 | Intelligent Networks & Digital Twins 🗓 May 8, 2026 | 10:00 – 18:00 📍 Foundation of the Hellenic World, Athens 🤝 Networking & Social Event to follow www.linkedin.com/posts/p-net-...

In one week, join our next Special SDO Session featuring the introduction of the Responsible Data Governance (RDG) Standard for Immersive and AI-Integrated Systems by XRSI. Register: metaverse-standards.org/event/specia... #metaverse #data #governance

The next Special SDO Session will introduce the Responsible Data Governance (RDG) standard for immersive and AI-integrated systems by XRSI. Learn more and register today: metaverse-standards.org/event/specia... #data #governance #XRSI

Forum President, Neil Trevett, sat down with Spatial Realities host Thomas Riedel to discuss the state of the Metaverse Standards Forum, how standard organizations are handling the explosion of AI assets and new tech like Gaussian splatting, and more... metaverse-podcast.de/e117-unitedx...

Video from the Volumetric Media Town Hall that was held on November 25th is now available! Hear the latest from #3GPP, #V3C, #KDDI #VPC, #Evercoast , #Philips, #playcanvas, #LookingGlass, #RadianceFields.com, and more... youtu.be/BYM0cVilv74?... #volumetric #media

Video from the Characters Town Hall that was held on November 19th is now available! Learn about the latest from #MPEG, #glTF, #VRM, #HAnim, #Meta, and more! youtu.be/GK6aqhJbn7w?...

Join us tomorrow!

Join us next week for the next Special SDO Session focusing on #geospatial standards. Standards and use cases to be showcased include: #GeoPose, #CityGML, #MUDDI, #IndoorGML Learn more and register: metaverse-standards.org/event/specia...

In one week, join us for the Volumetric Town Hall! The agenda has been finalized and the speakers announced. Join us for the latest on the state of volumetric media industry. Register today: metaverse-standards.org/event/volume... #Volumetric #pointclouds #dynamicmeshes #livesports #Gaussian

Join us on Wednesday!

The GeoPose Summit last month was a complete success in engaging developers and showcasing the value of implementing GeoPose. The videos and slides from all of the sessions can now be found linked to the event page! metaverse-standards.org/event/geopos... #geopose #geospatial #OGC

Join us next week for the Characters Town Hall! The town hall will discuss industry challenges, current organizations and standards, identifying activities to further the industry, and translation frameworks. Learn more and register today: metaverse-standards.org/event/charac... #interoperability

In 2 weeks, join us for the next Special SDO session that will address Geospatial Standards requirements for real world use cases. Standards and use cases to be showcased include: #GeoPose, #CityGML, #MUDDI, and #IndoorGML Register today: metaverse-standards.org/event/specia... #geospatial

We need your input! The Volumetric Media Interoperability Working Group has put together this survey to assess current awareness and applications in volumetric media. If you have a moment, we would appreciate your input! Survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #volumetric #media

Join us on November 25th for the Volumetric Media Town Hall! Experts from the world of #volumetric #media will showcase different types of volumetric formats and share their insights into the future of the industry. See agenda and register: metaverse-standards.org/event/volume...

Next week at Smart City Expo World Congress, MSF members will be featured on a panel on AI spatial avatars for metacities. Be sure to check it out! metaverse-standards.org/event/smart-... #metaverse #ai #smarcities

Join us for the Characters Town Hall on November 19th! To collect thoughts and discuss the future of Character and Avatars, MSF's the 3D Asset Interoperability Working Group is organizing an open cross-industry Town Hall. Register: metaverse-standards.org/event/charac... #avatar #metaverse

Join us next week!

All members are invited to next week's 3D Asset Interoperability Working Group meeting on GPU Compression & the Khronos Group's #KTX. Hear the latest innovations in compression. Not a member? It's simple to become one. Learn how and get involved: metaverse-standards.org/members/ #GPU #compression

Join us and the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) for the GeoPose Summit on Monday, October 27th as we demonstate the value of implementing GeoPose! The agenda is all set! Come check it out and register: metaverse-standards.org/event/geopos...

Our Education Working Group has issued a call to action for those invested in the future of 3D creation for all! Join us to learn how you can get involved! Learn more and register: metaverse-standards.org/event/skills... #education #careers #3D #ContentCreation

Tomorrow, the 3D Asset Interoperability Working Group has invited Adam Morris from Cesium to give a talk on interoperable 3D Gaussian splatting for glTF and USD. All members are welcome to attend. Not a member? Join us: metaverse-standards.org/members/

Join us this coming Tuesday!

Step into the future of learning! Join us on a Metaverse Field Trip - hosted by the MSF Education Working Group Sept 16, 2025 | 8–9 AM PDT Explore immersive learning demos + insights from global experts. metaverse-standards.org/event/metave... No headset needed—just your browser. #education