Nanaimo, British Columbia, is set to make waves in technological innovation as it prepares to host the first-ever live hologram showcase at the upcoming Vancouver Island Economic Alliance Summit. This groundbreaking event will feature speakers from across the globe appearing as holograms, thanks to a collaboration between FuturVille, Proto Hologram, and the Vancouver Island Conference Centre.
The summit, scheduled for October 28-30, will showcase the capabilities of this cutting-edge technology. Among the highlights will be a keynote address delivered by Paul Healy, a partner at Futurus in Ireland, who will be “livebeamed” into the venue.
Julie Sperber, the executive director of the Vancouver Island Economic Alliance, expressed her enthusiasm for the event, stating, “Our goal is to make global connections feel local. This technology helps Vancouver Island leaders experience the power of AI and innovation first-hand — connecting your business and community in ways that make the world feel smaller.”
Organizers anticipate that over 600 participants, including business representatives, government officials, First Nations, and community leaders, will attend this pioneering live showcase. They believe this event marks just the beginning, with plans for holograms to be integrated into workplaces and community spaces throughout the Island in the near future.
FuturVille, which is based in Nanaimo and focuses on health and longevity, aims to utilize holographic communication technologies. Angela Fay, the founder of FuturVille, elaborated on their mission: “Powered by the same Star-Trek inspired tech that once lived only in our imaginations, healthcare professionals can use “holohealth” solutions to expand healthcare delivery to regional communities, expand customer service offerings, or even start their own full-service walk-in clinic with low real estate, labor, and administration costs.”
The upcoming Vancouver Island Economic Summit promises to be a transformative experience, with holograms set to redefine how people interact and connect in professional settings.
