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\n Share your expertise at the Laval Virtual conferences <\/h1>\n

Become a speaker<\/h2>\n

\n The meeting place for experts and decision-makers to share how XR is used in their industry: manufacturing, healthcare, training, culture\u2026 Laval Virtual’s B2B conferences are a highlight of the show. <\/p>\n \n Submit a conference <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

From April 7 to 9, 2027, give a voice to your expertise<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discover the 5 themes of the 2027 edition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Wednesday, April 7 \u00b7 Morning<\/p>\n\n\n\n

XR Trends 2027: At the Heart of the Technological Convergence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The opening session will provide an overview of the current state of immersive technologies and their medium-term prospects. It will explore how XR is moving beyond display technologies and converging with major technological advancements such as artificial intelligence, robotics, the Internet of Things, and next-generation networks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Wednesday, April 7 \u00b7 Afternoon<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sports & Leisure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This session will explore how XR is transforming sports and entertainment, from immersive stadium experiences to remote viewing. It will also look at innovative services developed by sports federations, brands, and event organisers, particularly in the lead-up to major global events such as the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Thursday, April 8 \u00b7 Morning<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hardware Today & Tomorrow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Against a backdrop of discontinued legacy devices, the rise of smart glasses, and the coexistence of major ecosystems such as Android XR, visionOS, and Meta Horizon, this session will offer a pragmatic overview of the hardware market. It aims to provide decision-makers with concrete insights to help them plan hardware renewals and safeguard their investments over the coming years.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Thursday, April 8 \u00b7 Afternoon<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Augmented Factory: The Winning Trio of XR, Robotics & Physical AI<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Industrial XR is evolving from static 3D visualisation towards direct action on the shop floor, including the remote operation of humanoid robots and automated machines. This session will showcase how the integration of physical simulation, AI, and XR can enhance safety and boost industrial productivity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Friday, April 9 \u00b7 Morning<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Training, XR & AI: Redefining the Value, Assessment & Transfer of Skills<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As generative AI helps design training scenarios, enables natural-language virtual tutors, and analyses movements, the role of human expertise is being redefined. This session will explore the pedagogical, psychological, and organisational transformations needed to successfully adopt and implement AI-powered XR training.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Tech Talks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Are you a developer or engineer? Share your technical expertise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Applications open until January 15, 2027<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Move XR forward in your industry by becoming a speaker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every year, Laval Virtual gives a voice to VR\/AR experts through its conference program. This year, join us from April 7 to 9, 2027. A chance for you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022<\/strong> Present your research, innovations or use cases to an international audience, in line with our themes.
\u2022<\/strong> Contribute to the evolution of XR technologies by sharing your knowledge with our community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The conferences are carefully selected talks<\/strong> giving the floor to leading experts who bring fresh perspectives and cutting-edge expertise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Submit a conference<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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They were speakers!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Become a driver of XR innovation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why become a speaker?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Visibility<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Share your research, projects or innovations with an international audience made up exclusively of XR professionals, researchers and enthusiasts. Your expertise will be showcased on a large scale.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Networking<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Enjoy privileged exchanges with industry leaders, investors and decision-makers. Meet professionals who share your interests, discuss concrete projects and build partnerships.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Impact<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Play an active role in the evolution of immersive technologies. By sharing your knowledge, you help shape tomorrow’s uses and applications in the XR ecosystem.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Who attends the conferences?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Laval Virtual’s conferences are for anyone who wants to better understand and grasp immersive technologies<\/strong> in their profession, integrate<\/strong> them into their value chain or anticipate<\/strong> their development: executives, technical managers, investors, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our 3-day conference program features keynotes, talks, use cases, panel discussions, conversations and battles on the B2B uses of VR\/AR and immersive technologies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Would you like more information?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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For more information about the conferences, please contact Anne-Sophie at asclayer@laval-virtual.org.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Contact Anne-Sophie<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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