In early June 2024, the world witnessed a stunning turn in the war between Ukraine and Russia. But beyond the headlines and satellite imagery, this operation did more than damage military assets—it gave us a clear look into the next chapter of technological warfare.

From mind-bending virtual worlds to AI-driven spatial computing, four incredible startups, Geopogo, Mused, Zeality, and N.Link, lit up the stage with live demos and bold visions for the future of VR, AR, and XR. These founders are reshaping how we live, see, and interact with the world around us—proving that the line between human and machine is getting blurrier… and more exciting.

As artificial intelligence (AI) advances and technology becomes more deeply woven into human existence, the nature of relationships is evolv