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Innovation | April 20, 2022

Journalism must rethink its processes to take advantage of the web3 and the metaverse, say experts in innovation and emerging media technologies at ISOJ

By César López Linares

What is the future of journalism? That is the question that was asked by the panel speakers of “Hype or not, how and when will web3 (blockchain/NFTs) and metaverse (AR/VR/XR) impact journalism?” during the first day of the 23rd  International Symposium on Online Journalism (ISOJ), held on April 1 and 2 in Austin, Texas. Moderated …  Read More

Immersive technology panel ISOJ 2021

ISOJ 2021 | April 28, 2021

Photogrammetry, VR and AR are adding new dimensions to storytelling where readers have the opportunity to act upon their curiosity

By Sarah Joy Wartinger

Virtual reality and augmented reality simulators have grown in popularity, complexity and quality in recent years. But, what is the first image you imagine when you think of VR? Could it be a game where you play the first-person shooter? Robert Hernandez argues that the future of VR and AR will continue to be graphic …  Read More

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Artificial Intelligence | June 13, 2018

ISOJ speakers consider the past, present and future of technology and its impact on journalism

By Mariana Magalhães*

The main goal of the panel, “What’s next: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Blockchain, Augmented Reality and other tech trends that will impact journalism,” was to discuss the current technological tools used in journalism and their impact on the practice, taking into consideration some specific cases. Mia Tramz, managing editor of Life VR, Meredith (formerly Time …  Read More

Artificial Intelligence | April 19, 2018

Journalists using tools from the future –like blockchain or augmented reality– to enhance, optimize and protect their stories

By César López Linares

Watch video of the tech trends panel discussion from ISOJ 2018. New technologies such as virtual reality, artificial intelligence and machine learning will be important for journalism in the future, and some news organizations are already using them, according to the members of the panel “What’s Next: Artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, augmented reality and …  Read More

Video everywhere panel (2017)

Innovation | April 25, 2017

Panelists look at successes and limitations of innovative video formats, including Facebook Live and VR

By Jesús Nazario

Watch the video panel discussion from ISOJ 2017. The audience at the 18th International Symposium on Online Journalism (ISOJ) heard from journalists, professors and media directors about how news organizations can use innovative video formats to inform and engage with audiences. This was part of the panel “Video everywhere: From live coverage to VR, 360 …  Read More

Virtual Reality (2015)

Virtual Reality | April 19, 2017

ISOJ 2017 panelists to discuss the future of VR and 360 video as technology becomes more accessible, affordable

By Cat Cardenas

Over the past year, virtual reality and 360 video have taken viewers everywhere from the 6×9 foot space of a cell in solitary confinement to Mars. Though the technology has existed for years, it’s become increasingly popular and accessible, with Facebook announcing in March that users would be able to livestream 360 video. Robert Hernandez, …  Read More

Dan Pacheco - Virtual Reality (2016)

Featured | April 16, 2016

Virtual reality has potential to enhance storytelling but logistics are uncertain, journalism experts state at ISOJ

By David Maly

Journalism experts expressed optimism for the future of virtual reality in the field during a panel at the International Symposium on Online Journalism (ISOJ) on Saturday, April 16, stating that much is still uncertain and current issues include the skills required to produce content, its availability to the public, cost and developing ethical standards around …  Read More

Robert Hernandez - Using immersive 3D devices for experiential storytelling (2015)

Virtual Reality | April 18, 2015

Virtual reality journalism helps audiences experience the news, ISOJ attendees hear

By Brittney Martin

Through detailed descriptions, imagery and narrative ledes, reporters use words daily to draw readers into a story. News consumers can be more immersed thanks to interactive and digital journalism, but virtual reality takes that notion a step further by seemingly physically putting people on the scene where news happens, a group heard at the International …  Read More