Hollywood Loves VR, But Watch Out for AR - Weekly Mash-Up 167

CES 2017: Hollywood Loves VR More Than Ever, But Watch Out for Augmented Reality
The Wrap

At this year’s CES, all types of virtual reality and augmented reality demonstrations were given. However, as widely received as VR was, augmented reality is argued to set the pace for 2017. Although VR offers beautiful, immersive experiences for the entertainment industry, AR can reach a broader audience than high-quality (and expensive equipment-requiring) VR, and may have even more promise for Hollywood. Read more

Las Vegas launches the first electric autonomous shuttle on U.S. public roads
TechCrunch

Las Vegas has reached a milestone - it is the first city to have fully electrical self-driving shuttles on US public roads. This launch is part of Las Vegas’ broader efforts to create a designated area in the city’s urban center for testing autonomous and connected cars. The city has also invested significantly in connected infrastructure, including connecting traffic lights throughout the downtown area. Read more

Europe is prepping for a world where robots need rights
Mashable

With artificial intelligence and robots becoming increasingly ubiquitous, countries need to start embracing, instead of avoiding, this transformation. Europe is doing just this. The continent is prepping for a world where robots need rights, they include compulsory robot insurance and a killswitch. Read more

The Best Beauty Tech Products at CES 2017
Forbes

A plethora of life-changing technology was exhibited at CES this year, including the beauty industry. The introduction of technology, such as AI, to our daily morning routines could help enhance the experience altogether. For instance, sick of your frazzled, dried hair? Meet The Kérastase Hair Coach by L’Oreal, the hairbrush that can analyse your hair brushing technique and more to prevent hair damage. Read more