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Dive into the heart of immersive technologies
From April 9 to 11, 2025, immerse yourself in 3 days of keynotes, panels, use-cases and battles around the BtoB uses of VR/AR. Whether you’re a novice or an expert, explore how these technologies are transforming industry, entertainment, healthcare and more.
The conferences at Laval Virtual are aimed at anyone wishing to better understand and grasp immersive technologies in their profession, integrate them into their value chain or anticipate their development.
The future of XR 2025
Wednesday, April 09 – 10:30 > 12:30
All you need to know about XR trends and innovations
Explore tomorrow’s technologies through a session dedicated to the challenges and innovations of XR. This conference will highlight ways to ensure sustainable development for VR and AR.
On the program: a focus on recent technological advances, accompanied by expert reflections on the durability of XR devices. Studies on the health impacts of prolonged use will also be presented, along with practical advice for safer, more responsible adoption. Come and discover how XR can contribute to a sustainable future, while ensuring ethical, high-performance use!
Perspectives and visions for the future
Wednesday, April 09 – 14:00 > 17:00
Immersive technology for everyday life
Come and discover an afternoon of conferences dedicated to the evolution of XR and its future applications in various sectors. From workplaces and homes to transport, retail and healthcare environments, XR is transforming more and more places and practices.
How far will this technological revolution take us? What are the most surprising places to use XR, and what specific features does each space bring to the XR experience? Are there any contexts where XR would be unsuitable? Speakers will answer these questions and offer their insightful views on these developments.
Industrial engineering
Thursday, April 10 – 10:00 > 12:30
Accelerating innovation with immersive simulations
Join us for this morning of conferences to discover how immersive technologies, digital twins and advanced simulations are redefining design and engineering in industry.
Through feedback and real-life studies, this session will address the benefits of production process optimization, instant collaboration, as well as advances in prototyping and predictive maintenance. A unique opportunity to grasp how these tools can transform the way you work, and to get recommendations on how to integrate them successfully and sustainably into your organization.
Virtual Characters, Virtual Assistants, Avatars…
Thursday, April 10 – 13:30 > 15:30
Redefining human interaction in virtual worlds
Dive into this afternoon of conferences to explore the impact of virtual characters and avatars, animated by artificial intelligence, on the way we interact in digital worlds.
Experts will reveal the latest advances, ethical and psychological issues, and approaches to designing avatars that are both credible and engaging. Through captivating case studies and feedback, discover how these technologies open up new perspectives while raising unprecedented challenges.
Revolutionizing the Customer Experience
Friday, April 11 – 10:00 > 12:30
Reinvent customer engagement with XR
Come and discover how XR can redefine the customer experience by offering immersive and unforgettable interactions.
On the program: concrete examples of XR applications in various fields, practical tips for integrating these technologies into your business strategies, and effective approaches for maximizing customer engagement and satisfaction. This morning of conferences will bring together industry experts to share their insights on using immersive technologies to attract and retain your audience. Ready to offer your customers new experiences?
FAQ > Conferences
You can register directly on our website by selecting a “Full Pass” or “Club Pass” which gives you access to all conferences and networking sessions.
Our conferences are open to all visitors with a Full Pass or Club Pass, whether industry professionals, curious novices or immersive technology experts. Sessions are designed to offer insights at different skill levels.
Conferences will be mainly in English, with some sessions available in French. Simultaneous translation will be available. Conferences are not recorded.
Each session lasts between 45 minutes and 1h30, and includes time for exchanges and discussions, where you can ask questions directly to the speakers.
