An immersive technologies policy primer

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No 373, OECD Digital Economy Papers from OECD Publishing

Abstract: Immersive technologies, such as augmented reality, digital twins and virtual worlds, offer innovative ways to interact with information and the environment by engaging one’s senses. This paper explores potential benefits of these technologies, from innovative commercial applications to addressing societal challenges. It also highlights potential risks, such as extensive data collection, mental or physical risks from misuse, and emerging cyber threats. It outlines policy opportunities and challenges in maximising these benefits while mitigating risks, with real-world use cases in areas like remote healthcare and education for people with disabilities. The paper emphasises the critical role of anticipatory governance and international collaboration in shaping the human-centric and values-based development and use of immersive technologies.

Keywords: anticipatory governance; augmented reality; extended reality; immersive technologies; mixed reality; technology governance; virtual reality (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025-03-19
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