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Metaverse will face security threats as old as the web, says Microsoft exec
By Sean Endicott published
Securing the metaverse will take a joint effort and an early start, according to Microsoft's Charlie Bell.

Windows Central Podcast 262: HoloLens, Ads in Windows 11, and more
By Zac Bowden last updated
We're back with another exciting episode of the Windows Central Podcast, and this week, we've got new builds, rage over promotional banners, more bad news for the future of HoloLens, and loads more!

Is it too early for the metaverse?
By Robert Carnevale last updated
The metaverse is coming — or, depending on who you talk to, already has. The question is: What definition of metaverse are you using and does it define something that's attainable right now?

Microsoft News Roundup: Ads in File Explorer, HoloLens struggles, and more
By Sean Endicott published
From ads in the File Explorer to Microsoft struggling to ship a HoloLens to the US Army, here are the biggest news stories from this week.

Microsoft's $22 billion AR headset deal with the U.S. Army could be in serious trouble
By Robert Carnevale published
Microsoft's much-discussed $22 billion AR headset deal has seen delays, derision, and internal objections. Now, it's seeing internal fears of a premature end.

Microsoft or Meta: Who's best positioned to win the metaverse?
By Robert Carnevale published
The metaverse is coming whether we like it or not. The only question is: Whose interpretation is going to lead the pack?

Meta has dissolved its hybrid metaverse OS development team, says report
By Robert Carnevale published
AR and VR being unified under a single operating system is no longer in the cards for Meta, according to a recent report.

Microsoft updates AltspaceVR to make the metaverse a safer place
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft will shut down social hubs in AltspaceVR and improve moderation to lower harassment and inappropriate behavior. The platform will also require a Microsoft account in the coming weeks.
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