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VTF Celebrates ITEC Global Competition Win And Unveils Strategic Move Into The Chinese Tech Landscape

Virtualtech Frontier (VTF), was invited to the 11th Chaoyang International Talent Entrepreneurship Conference (ITEC) in Beijing. After three rounds of selection including preliminary evaluation, semi-finals and on-site inspection, VTF’s metaverse project, Mitoworld.io, was among the 150 projects that managed to secure a spot in the finals of the ITEC 2023 Global Entrepreneurship Competition.

Winner Prize group of ITEC Global Entrepreneurship Competition
Image: Winner Prize group of ITEC Global Entrepreneurship Competition; (5th from left) Jason Low, CEO of Virtualtech Frontier

The event attracted a total of 2,258 project teams from 73 countries and regions, gathering at Beijing’s Chaoyang District, a popular hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. The award ceremony took place during the conference on 27th January 2024 where VTF being a finalist, won a placing in the Award of Excellence category.

Image: The 11th Chaoyang International Talent Entrepreneurship Conference (ITEC) award ceremony
Image: The 11th Chaoyang International Talent Entrepreneurship Conference (ITEC) award ceremony
Image: From left to right, Virtualtech Frontier’s team members, Kendrick Tan (CFOO), Jason Low (CEO), Angeline Seah (CPO) & Jun Cheong (CMO)
Image: From left to right, Virtualtech Frontier’s team members, Kendrick Tan (CFOO), Jason Low (CEO), Angeline Seah (CPO) & Jun Cheong (CMO)

The journey to this achievement was nothing short of inspiring, with intense pitches and presentations before esteemed judges and venture capitalists. Jason Low, the CEO of Virtualtech Frontier, expressed his enthusiasm for the achievement, stating, “Our journey in the ITEC 2023 Entrepreneurship Competition has been an exhilarating experience. Being invited to Beijing for the event and standing on stage receiving the award is a testament to the dedication and innovative spirit of the entire VTF team. We are grateful for the opportunity to showcase Mitoworld on the global stage. This move not only expands our operations but also elevates our competitive edge in one of the world’s most advanced tech markets, positioning Virtualtech Frontier for even greater success in the global arena.”

Image: Jason Low, CEO of Virtualtech Frontier and Wu Xiaojie, District Mayor of Chaoyang District, Beijing China
Image: Jason Low, CEO of Virtualtech Frontier and Wu Xiaojie, District Mayor of Chaoyang District, Beijing China

The Chinese government‘s commitment to fostering high-quality development through talent-led strategies and creating pathways for global professionals, sets the stage for VTF’s strategic expansion overseas. With robust support from the Beijing government, VTF will be exploring an expansion to China within the Chaoyang District to further tap into the thriving market, and actively contribute to the advancement of high-quality development initiatives in collaboration with China’s dynamic talent pool.

 

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Virtualtech Frontier Forges Alliance with TalentCorp to Transform the Future of Technical Education through mynext TVET

YAB Dato’ Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Bin Hamidi Timbalan Perdana Menteri and Virtualtech Frontier’s Training and Education Director, Johan Donough, on stage for the MoC exchange.
YAB Dato’ Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Bin Hamidi Timbalan Perdana Menteri and Virtualtech Frontier’s Training and Education Director, Johan Donough, on stage for the MoC exchange.

 

During the MADANI Government One Year Anniversary Programme held at Stadium Bukit Jalil, leading metaverse and immersive technology company, Virtualtech Frontier (VTF), has entered into a memorandum of collaboration (MOC) with Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp) as the Metaverse Industry Partner for mynext TVET initiative.

YAB Dato’ Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Bin Hamidi, Timbalan Perdana Menteri, said in his speech, “The collaboration between the Ministry of Higher Education and the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers underscores the importance of government-private sector cooperation. Through this partnership, a joint venture has been formed involving over 10,000 companies. Notably, all TVET participants completing the courses are promptly offered employment opportunities.”

The collaboration aims to fill the existing supply gap by highlighting the importance of trades and crafts and encouraging more individuals to pursue these career paths. Henceforth, the Government is working towards a comprehensive policy framework, paralleling those in education, to promote and elevate TVET pathways.

“As an organisation with TVET graduates as team members, VTF understands the value these individuals bring to the table.With the tech industry growing, it is essential to prep the future generation with digital skills as it’s critical necessity for success in the 21st century”, said Jason Low, CEO at Virtualtech Frontier, stated. “This strategic collaboration aims to ensure that every TVET graduate is not just proficient in traditional trades but also well-versed in the technological advancements that drive our interconnected world. Together, VTF and TalentCorp are laying the foundation for a future workforce that is not only skilled and versatile but also at the forefront of the digital revolution.”

During the event, 19 MOCs were signed among the government, GLCs, and private firms. The established agreements were grounded in the relevance of respective fields and mutually defined scopes, aiming to foster strong collaboration with the industry. As VTF joins the industry leaders, they will pave the way for innovation and growth, redefining education and industry collaboration. Together, they set new standards for the future of technical and vocational education in Malaysia.

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VTF Exhibits Immersive Learning Technologies As Digital Strategic Partner For National Digital Education Policy Launch

Virtualtech Frontier team, YB Fadhlina Sidek, Ministry of Education, & Datasonic team
Virtualtech Frontier team, YB Fadhlina Sidek, Ministry of Education, & Datasonic team

Virtualtech Frontier has been selected as one of the official digital partners for the Ministry of Education during the launch of the Digital Education Policy (DPD) on 28 November 2023. The newly launched policy by the Malaysian government aims at producing a digitally-savvy generation of students and teachers. The launch was officiated by YB Fadhlina Sidek, Malaysia’s Minister of Education, in a ceremony held at the Bangi Avenue Convention Center.

The Digital Education Policy adheres to 6 cores which are improving students’ proficiency in digital content, empowering teachers’ digital competency, creating a digital culture among education leaders, strengthening infrastructures and info-structures under the ministry and strengthening strategic networks among smart partners. 

“Cybergogy is a model of teaching that is recognised as an innovative and instructional way that is essential in guiding individuals to utilise the space and opportunities of the ICT world, especially to raise the quality of national education”, stated YB Fadhlina Sidek, Minister of Education. “With the advent of virtual worlds coming closer to reality for education, it is also important for the National Digital Education policy to give standards and maintain strong governance towards immersive learning.”

VR Metaverse Experience at Virtualtech Frontier’s Booth at DPD 2023
VR Metaverse Experience at Virtualtech Frontier’s Booth at DPD 2023

Virtualtech Frontier (VTF) joined the prestigious event as an EdTech exhibitor, showcasing metaverse works done by teachers and students and subject learning through immersive technology integration. For the past year, the team at VTF has been working towards making metaverse technology more accessible to all students and teachers with their browser-based metaverse platform, Mitoworld.io, and collaborated with various educational institutes all over Malaysia.

Students visiting the Virtualtech Frontier’s booth at DPD 2023

 

 “We’ve worked with multiple educational institutions for the past few months and we are delighted with the positive responses from students and teachers,” said Jason Low, CEO of Virtualtech Frontier. ” At VTF, we strongly believe in the power of education and are committed to empowering the next generation of digital creators through the metaverse. From all the workshops that we have conducted, our findings have shown an increase of 70% learning engagement via virtual solutions, proving that we are on the right path towards the end goal of the Digital Education Policy.”

Additionally, the Ministry of Education also recognises the digital divide between students in urban and rural areas. To further establish the policy, the ministry will continue to improve the capabilities of the internet network and digital infrastructure which are vital to ensuring efficient access to digital technology.

With the Digital Education Policy set in stone, the team at VTF is determined to further strengthen their EdTech initiative, empowering more teachers and students of all educational levels through the metaverse.

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[MITOWORLD USER GUIDE #2] How Do I Place My 3D Assets In My Metaverse?

Customising your metaverse is just a simple mechanism of drag and drop in Mitoworld. Have your 3D assets ready on your computer and let’s go!

Uploading 3D File into Your Metaverse

Now that you are set with your assets, let’s upload them into your metaverse!

Head to the upload dashboard and upload the downloaded file from your device.

Click on the 3D asset and then click the “Positioning” button to adjust the asset’s position and sizing.

 

Position Controls:

X – Moving the object horizontally

Y – Moving the object vertically

Z – Moving the object back and forth

 

Rotation Controls: 

X – Rotating vertically

Y – Rotating horizontally

Z – Rotating sideways

 

You can move the 3D asset freely as well without using the controls!

After adjusting it to your preferred position, make sure you lock it in position to avoid accidentally moving it.

You can also scale your 3D asset to a size of your liking — big or small!

 

Now you are good to go! Fill up your World to your heart’s content! Check out the the below article to see where you can find more 3D assets:

→ [MITOWORLD USER GUIDE #1] Where Do I Find 3D Assets For My Metaverse?

 

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Hiredly: A Virtual Career Fair in the Metaverse

About HIREDLY

Hiredly is a job platform that utililses the O2O (online to offline) concept to connect jobseekers to the right job at the right company. Founded in 2014, Hiredly leverages AI to augment and provide offline services to its online user base and deliver a 360-degree experience for both employers and jobseekers. The platform combines a modern job portal, career events (which include career fairs, student mentoring and office tours), and a recruitment agency that proactively identifies and approaches top talent on behalf of employers.

The Challenge

Hiredly organises on-ground career fairs, but they have encountered issues where a large group of job-seekers and hiring companies are not able to attend in person due to location distance, time restrictions, and manpower during the event day. To address this challenge, Hiredly is exploring the use of the metaverse to create a virtual career fair that can be accessed from anywhere.

The Awesome Metaverse Career Fair in Malaysia

The metaverse was launched concurrently with the physical career fair — The Awesome Career Fair, on 3-5 March 2023 and was available for job seekers to drop in after the physical event till 10 March 2023.

Pictured: Job seekers at The Awesome Career Fair @GMBB KL, Fazriq (Lead Metaverse Specialist of VTF)
Pictured: The Awesome Metaverse Career Fair with Mitoworld

The Experience in the Metaverse

The metaverse career fair enabled a more immersive experience for users by allowing them to engage with touchpoints in the virtual space. With that, brands can connect with their audience in new and creative ways through the metaverse by implementing mini games, virtual quizzes, creative storytelling and more to improve user experience.

Pictured: Mini Game
Pictured: Work Persona Quiz
Pictured: Livestream Zone

Throughout the 7-day event, more than a thousand unique users visited the metaverse space with an average time spent of 18 minutes in it, which is 4.5 times longer than the average time user spend on a website landing page. Moreover, more than 90% of users completed the mini game that was featured in the metaverse thus demonstrating that this is a solid testament of why the metaverse is a better medium for user engagement, especially for younger users.

Pictured: Hiredly Metaverse Analytics

If you are interested to find out how the metaverse can elevate your brand experience, feel free to reach out to our team at jun@virtualtechfrontier.com. 

 

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→ [MITOWORLD USER GUIDE #1] Where Do I Find 3D Assets For My Metaverse?

 

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[MITOWORLD USER GUIDE #1] Where Do I Find 3D Assets For My Metaverse?

Hello there! Clicking in to see if you can find cool things to fill in your World with?

Let’s get you started!

How to Upload Assets on Mitoworld

  1. Go to the “ + “ button on the bottom of your screen and click on “Items”.
  2. Click on “+ Upload” and you will see a reference table for types of assets and recommended sizes per upload.
  3. Click on “ Choose Files “ then pick the file you want to upload, then click on “ Upload.”

For 3D Files, you can upload in either GLB or GLTF format with a maximum file size of 100MB per upload.

So, where can I find 3D assets to download?

If you are not familiar with 3D modelling software, we have a few recommended sites where you can find free 3D assets to download and upload into Mitoworld!

SKETCHFAB

Sketchfab is a 3D modeling platform site that allows creators to publish, discover, share, and monetise 3D, VR, and AR content. Here you can find a variety of 3D models that are free to download or paid for you to use!

Head on over to the search bar and type what you are looking for. Then click on the “Downloadable” checkbox as a filter to help you find files you can download.

If you see the icon (circled in the picture below), the file is downloadable, so click on it!

Scroll down and find the “Download 3D Model” below the creators’ names.

Select either glTF / GLB and click download!

TURBOSQUID

Turbosquid is a digital media company that sells stock 3D models used in 3D graphics that can cater to a variety of industries such as gaming, education, and architecture. Similar to Sketchfab, 3D assets are available to be bought or downloaded for free.

Put in the file type on the search bar to find compatible files.

After the search results appear, click on “Price” to filter according to your preferences.

Find the file you like? Click on the “Download” button.

Click on the specific file type and it will auto-download for you to use!

CGTRADER

CGTRADER has a professional 3D designer community and a 3D model marketplace for VR, AR and CG projects. This particular site has more realistic models if you prefer that type of art style!

Head on over to the filter buttons and click on the “Free“ checkbox and choose a file type.

Pick the 3D file you like and click on the “Download “ button.

Let it load for a few seconds and pick the suitable file to download.

 

Hope this article makes your hunt for 3D assets easier! 🎉

There are more sites out there for you to use and you can even build your own 3D assets using 3D modelling software.

Get started now by creating a World!

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→ [MITOWORLD USER GUIDE #2] How Do I Place My 3D Assets In My Metaverse? 

 

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Southeast Asia First Metaverse Building Platform: Mitoworld is bringing Virtual Experiences to Masses

WE HAVE OFFICIALLY LIFT OFF !

Pictured: Mitoworld Global Launch Entrance

Mitoworld just celebrated its Global Launch with a showcase on 14 March 2023! The metaverse market is projected to hit $936.6 billion by 2030 and with the launch of Mitoworld, the team aims to empower global brands to tap into this growing market to connect with audiences in new and creative ways through highly engaging and accessible template-driven metaverse-building platform.

Pictured: Jason Low, CEO of VTF

“The metaverse brings broader opportunities that should not be overlooked due to apprehension brought about by change and innovation.”
said Jason Low, CEO of Virtualtech Frontier (VTF)

Mitoworld directly addresses major hurdles of entering the metaverse space including concerns over time, investment and resources required to set up an effective virtual world. Users can fully customise their world through in-platform tools including the ability to upload external visuals, videos, music and 3D assets. With all that done, their metaverses are ready to launch! Users can also integrate it into their business/brand website for their consumers to experience.

According to a report by Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), it is estimated that businesses will soon enter an era of hyper-personalised commerce due to fast-changing consumer behaviour and technological advancements — such as the metaverse.

Pictured: Ts. Mahadhir Aziz, CEO of MDEC

“Mitoworld aligns with MDEC’s vision of fostering digitalisation and enhancing the competitiveness of local businesses. By working together, we can help shape a metaverse that reflects our shared values and priorities and offers new opportunities for social and economic progress,”
said Ts. Mahadhir Aziz, CEO of Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC).

Pictured: Launch Ceremony – Arthur Tan (Emcee), Kendrick Tan (CFOO of VTF), Mahadhir Aziz (CEO of MDEC), Jason Low (CEO of VTF)

Users can leverage Mitoworld to build sustainable online virtual worlds that can be long-term hubs for communities to gather and interact with each other. The metaverse can also be used to host virtual campaigns or exhibitions without having to consider the high cost of hiring, upskilling and device upgrades.

Pictured: The VTF Co-Founders with YB Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup, Deputy Minister of MOSTI & Anis Adura, Senior Manager of Government and Stakeholder Management, Strategic Land Development (MRANTI)

“Through the digital twinning of the physical world and the development of digital assets, the metaverse becomes a new economy and market space for R&D and C&I activities. In the long term, I foresee the digital government initiatives can also be integrated with the metaverse”
said YB Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup, Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI).

Pictured: Kendrick Tan, CFOO of VTF

 

Pictured: Angeline Seah, CPO of VTF

 

Pictured: Mitoworld Global Launch

The global launch was met with overwhelming support from our partners, web3 communities, media outlets, and government officials. The attendance exceeded our venue’s seating capacity, with over 170 people in attendance! With that said, Mitoworld highly appreciates everyone’s support and would like to sincerely thank you.

Pictured: Mitoworld Team

Join us in shaping the future of the metaverse !

Contact jun@virtualtechfrontier.com to explore partnership opportunities and take your brand to the next level with Mitoworld!

 

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Mitoworld Global Launch Metaverse

Are you excited about the Global Launch of Mitoworld?

In preparation for this groundbreaking event, here are some important details.

The Metaverse is where you can experience the launch of Mitoworld from the comfort of your own home. We understand that virtual events can be a new experience for some people, so we want to make sure that you are fully informed about what to expect.

The Mitoworld Global Launch is an invite-only live event that features a unique and exciting space within the Metaverse, where visitors from all around the world can join us via live streaming. In addition, you can get to know Mitoworld better through the exhibition and meet with other attendees.

*For the best experience, we recommend joining the Mitoworld Global Launch through a computer browser.

We can’t wait to see you there, so save the date!

Event Details

Date: 14th March 2023
Time: 3:00 PM onwards (GMT+8)
Venue: Access through Mitoworld.io , Experience & Discover World Link.

Mitoworld Global Launch Livestreaming Agenda

3:00 pmWelcome Greetings
3:10 pmIntroduction to Mitoworld by Jason Low, CEO of Virtualtech Frontier
3:25 pmSpecial Address by Ts Mahadhir Aziz, CEO of Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC)
3:35 pmLaunch Ceremony
3:40 pmPresentation of Token of Appreciation and VIP Photo-Op
3:45 pmProduct Showcase by Angeline Seah, Chief Product Officer
4:05 pmMitoworld Global Expansion Milestones by Kendrick Tan, Chief Finance and Operations Officer
4:30 pmEnd

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Upcoming Mitoworld Events for You to Join

RECAP ON JANUARY EVENT

Mitoworld has hosted and co-hosted a few events in the past with different projects and organisations. Our last event was a month back where we ushered in the new year with local NFT communities such as KaijuKingz, Azuki, XORE, Avium, 8SIAN, Project Redacted and more! Here’s a short clip of how it went:

We aim to host events every month with different communities, projects and organisations to bring more variety for our participants.

UPCOMING FEBRUARY EVENTS

For February, we are focusing on education to raise awareness on the utilisation of metaverses in business and marketing settings. If you are interested, click on the links below to register for FREE today!

Join the webinar as we cover the basics of the metaverse, and how companies can use it to maximise their online presence using Mitoworld. Details as below:

Date: 21 February 2023, Monday
Time: 8:30PM – 9:30PM
Zoom link: will be sent via e-mail
Register for FREE : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/535443835927

WORKSHOP: How to Build Your Own Metaverse

We will be having a physical workshop where our team of Metaverse Specialists will help guide you step by step on building your own metaverse with Mitoworld. Details as below:

Date: 28 February 2023, Tuesday
Time: 2:30PM – 4:30PM
Venue: Common Ground, Plaza Mont Kiara
Register for FREE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/548202417187

*Make sure to bring your own laptop for the workshop

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VTF Secures Funding with BFF for Metaverse Platform Development

Virtualtech Frontier Secures Funding Led by Blockchain Founders Fund to Further Develop Metaverse Platform

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, January 17th, 2023 — Virtualtech Frontier (VTF), a metaverse development company, has secured seed round funding from Blockchain Founders Fund (BFF), joining forces with seed investor 500 Global in support of VTF’s journey to introduce the future of digital engagements by enabling the metaverse for everyone. The funds will be allocated towards growing the team, supporting marketing activities and further developing their platform, Mitoworld.io.

Since 2020, the company has been at the forefront of creating an interoperable and accessible metaverse; by allowing companies to leverage virtual environments to achieve business objectives. Since then, the strong momentum they have achieved in metaverse solutions has enabled them to more than triple their revenue in 2022 compared to the previous year.

The founders

“VTF is reimagining the way that businesses interact with customers in the metaverse. We are delighted to be supporting them in this endeavour and look forward to helping them scale this solution.” said Tobias Bauer, Partner at Blockchain Founders Fund.

“We are thrilled to have the support of Blockchain Founders Fund,” said VTF’s CEO Jason Low. “Getting invested during the bear is the greatest signal that we are on the right track. We are all about long term value creation and this funding will help us continue to push the boundaries of what is possible with Mitoworld and provide the best possible experience to everyone.”

VTF believes that the metaverse has the potential to revolutionise the way that communities interact and engage with each other. The metaverse will bring new opportunities for creative output, as existing marketing solutions and platforms on the market are severely outdated. Together with the support of their investors, VTF is looking forward for companies to come together and explore exciting methods of brand expression as they transform their branding in the metaverse with Mitoworld.io

Mitoworld.io is a metaverse platform that allows communities to easily create and share their very own metaverse. With cutting-edge technology, interoperability and user-friendly interface, Mitoworld’s platform is set out to become the go-to solution for brands and communities looking to engage and connect with their potential clients in the virtual world.

Visit the Mitoworld.io website to try it out for yourself, or visit social media via the links below to check out their updates.

About Virtualtech Frontier

Virtualtech Frontier is a leading Metaverse and virtual spaces development company in Asia. The team is at the forefront of creating an interoperable and accessible metaverse; enabling companies and brands to make their way into the metaverse ecosystem. Virtualtech Frontier is currently working on an Integrated Virtual World Platform (IVWP) called Mitoworld.io that focuses on simplifying the creation and connection of purpose driven metaverses. 

About Blockchain Founders Fund

Blockchain Founders Fund (BFF) is a leading early stage (seed and pre-seed) Web3 Venture Capital fund which invests in top-tier founders globally. Backers include a strategic mix of the leading firms in the crypto and traditional finance world. They invest in highly-promising startups taking a go-to-market focus and a hands-on approach to drive value. BFF helps curate strategic partnerships, hire talent, accelerate growth and ensure portfolio founders are well capitalised. The team comprises builders and operators that have scaled many of the leading Blockchain startups and are on a mission to support all-star teams shaping the Web3 industry.

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