News Summary

• Japanese company Ohtani Design Laboratory has launched a new interactive technology that allows fans to virtually pet VTubers.
• By simply moving a hand through the air in a stroking motion, users can control a virtual hand displayed on-screen, allowing them to pat or stroke a VTuber’s head.
• The technology can also be used with 2D illustrations, 3D avatars, anime characters, and video game characters.
• The company envisions the technology being used at VTuber meet-and-greets, anime and gaming conventions, promotional events, theme parks, concept cafés, and interactive exhibitions.