What Exactly is Extended Reality and How Will It Affect Your Job? ft. Alvin Graylin

Episode 17: How will Extended Reality (XR) transform the global job market and our daily lives? Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) and Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) are joined by Alvin Graylin (https://x.com/AGraylin), the Global VP of Corporate Development for HTC and and bestselling author of “Our Next Reality”. In this episode, Alvin Graylin delves into the critical intersections of AI and XR technology, the evolving metaverse ecosystem, and its potential to reshape job opportunities. He explores the role of advanced AR glasses in bridging economic disparities, the impact of a universal basic income on societies, and the future of personalized education in virtual environments. The discussion also touches on Alvin's book "Our Next Reality" and the implications of AI-driven transformations in global industries. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Value of large network of interconnected worlds. (03:47) Transition to 3D space for collaboration. (06:54) Virtual space offers freedom to focus, connect. (12:51) Future metaverse allows real interaction, faster learning. (15:37) MIT and UCSD collaborate with remote robot workers. (19:50) Internet infrastructure will shape future metaverse success. (21:13) Anonymity impacts behavior in digital and physical worlds. (24:30) Growing digital economy presents governance challenges. (28:02) Digital banking, trade, and immersive AI impact. (33:08) US-China rivalry in AI calls for cooperation. (37:06) Virtual world jobs create new educational opportunities. (40:01) Over decades, catalyst for social change discussed. (43:37) VR/AR gaming more addictive than traditional 2D. (44:35) Encourage progress, use policies to mitigate addiction. — Mentions: Alvin Graylin: https://ournextreality.com/author “Our Next Reality” https://ournextreality.com/ HTC: https://www.htc.com/ Universal basic income: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_basic_income — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

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The Next Wave is your personal Chief AI Officer, bringing fresh takes, industry insights and a trustworthy perspective on how to implement AI to grow your business. Join Matt Wolfe and Nathan Lands, as they democratize the expertise often reserved for the boardrooms of the biggest corporations. From groundbreaking technologies to practical applications, Matt and Nathan will cover everything you need to stay informed and prepared. Whether you're seeking to adapt your company to the AI era or simply curious about the future, this podcast will equip you with the knowledge to thrive in the forthcoming wave of change.