Virtual reality could accelerate The Black Mirror Effect but could also be used for good. Embodying individuals in different circumstances is being used to help ease racial bias and even rehabilitate domestic abusers. But advancements in VR aren’t all as utopian; researchers believe there will be backlash against violent games as the tech becomes more widespread and moral issues arise. And as young consumers continue to question the role of tech in their lives, VR’s future for brands, marketers, and everyday users is in flux. (The New Yorker)
