OWF 2025
2025-05-18 | Theater am See, Seestraße 22, Bad Saarow, 15526
Diving Deeper into the Potential of Immersive Technologies – Volucap at OWF 2025
At this year’s East German Economic Forum (OWF25), leading voices from business, politics, and science is coming together to explore how we can shape a digitally empowered and competitive future.
As part of the “NEXT LEVEL: TECHNOLOGY” networking event—organized by the Digital Hub Initiative of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action—our CEO Sven Bliedung von der Heide takes a deeper dive into “Evolving Technologies – Exploring the Future Potential of AI, XR, and Volumetric Capture”.
He shares how technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Extended Reality (XR), and Volumetric Video are reshaping the media and technology landscape and how their combination opens new opportunities for immersive applications across industries.
Sven presents our new version of Voluverse—now developed as an Augmented Reality app for smartphones—through which immersive content can be experienced anytime, anywhere, without the need for a VR headset.
Referring to the collaborative project with Charité Berlin as a showcase, he illustrated how XR and volumetric capture can simplify immersive VR training scenarios—enabling more effective, realistic, and repeatable learning experiences for professionals, e.g. in fields like medicine.

MTHCON25: Babelsberg Open Doors
2025-09-25 21:30 - 23:00 (Europe/Berlin) | Volucap, Volucap, August-Bebel-Str. 26-53, Potsdam, Potsdam, 14482, Germany
Join Us at #MTHCON25: Discover the Power of Volumetric Video
#MTHCON25 will take place at the Studio Babelsberg in Berlin — often called Europe’s Hollywood and a leading innovation hub for MediaTech. This dynamic conference features captivating keynotes, thought-provoking panels, and interactive workshops, with over 50 expert speakers from around the world. It’s a unique opportunity to connect with one of the most forward-thinking MediaTech communities globally.
On September 25 at 9:30 AM, Volucap will take part in the MTH Conference and open its studio doors to interested visitors. As a global leader in volumetric capture technology, Volucap will offer exclusive insights into the practical use of its technology in current projects — including the recording of Holocaust survivors for a volumetric digital archive, and the immersive documentary “Dark Rooms,” premiering at this year’s 82nd Venice International Film Festival.
We’ll also share our experiences from major Hollywood productions such as The Matrix Resurrections and Mickey 17, demonstrating how volumetric capture is transforming XR storytelling and cinematic production.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the future of immersive media and see firsthand how Studio Babelsberg continues to shape the global film and tech landscape.
Get your ticket and mark your calendar: here
For meetings contact: mail@volucap.de

Filmuni Summer School on XR & Historical Education
2025-09-29 - 2025-10-02 | Volucap, Volucap, August-Bebel-Str. 26-53, Potsdam, Potsdam, 14482, Germany
Volucap Hosts Filmuni Summer School on XR & Historical Education
From September 29 to October 2, Film University Babelsberg KONRAD WOLF will host the Filmuni Summer School. As part of the program “Using VR and AR in Holocaust and Nazi-Era Historical Education” (“VR und AR in der NS-Geschichtsvermittlung”), Volucap will welcome participants to its studio for an in-depth look at volumetric video production — guided by the expertise of Elizabete Vindule-Mince and Sascha Schwarz.
Attendees will explore the technical foundations of volumetric capture and its application in projects such as “In Real Life?” (“In Echt?”) and “The Lost Time” (“Die wenige Zeit”) with Margot Friedländer. The session also dives into how XR technologies — including augmented, mixed, and virtual reality — are being used to preserve Holocaust testimonies in deeply immersive formats.
Discover more: here

Legal Disruption Conference 2025 – Legal Tech & Metaverse
2025-11-20 | Siemens Villa Berlin-Lankwitz, Calandrellistraße 1-9, Berlin, 12247
Legal Tech, AI & Metaverse
On November 20, 2025, the Legal Disruption Conference – Legal Tech & Metaverse will take place at the historic Siemens Villa in Berlin-Lankwitz. The free conference, organized by the Institute for Digital Transformation & Innovation (IDTI) of the BSP Business and Law School together with several partners, provides a platform for forward-thinking discussions and practical insights into the latest developments in Legal Tech.
This year’s focus lies on the potential of immersive technologies and virtual worlds. Through keynote talks, panel discussions, workshops, and interactive demos, participants will explore how digital tools can transform the legal landscape and how to overcome barriers to their use.
Volucap will take part in the event, presenting the Voluverse – our mixed reality platform designed for immersive collaboration and interaction.Our CEO, Sven Bliedung von der Heide, will also give a short talk about how Hollywood productions integrate immersive media through volumetric capture technology, offering a unique glimpse into the future of storytelling and digital representation.
We look forward to inspiring conversations at the intersection of law, technology, and the metaverse.
Discover more: here

Conference: Shaping the Future – Creative Tech as a Key to Transformation and Growth
2025-11-24 | Alte Münze, Molkenmarkt 31, Berlin, 10179
Inspiration Talk: “The Creative Industries as a Driver of Technological Transformation”
Those who want to shape the future and generate economic growth need creative technologies, entrepreneurial foresight, and strong collaboration between industries, institutions, and decision-makers.
With around 250 experts, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders from the cultural and creative industries, politics, research, and the tech scene, the conference provides a central platform to discuss Creative Tech as a strategic tool for innovation and growth – from generative AI to digital infrastructure.
Drawing on his extensive experience at the intersection of film, technology, and immersive media, Sven Bliedung von der Heide offers a forward-looking perspective on the fusion of creativity and technological innovation – exploring how AI and volumetric video enable new forms of storytelling, collaboration, and value creation.
Join us on Monday, November 24, 2025, for an inspiring talk on how volumetric capture and AI work hand in hand – and gain insights into the current state of AI technology in film production.
Discover more: here

AUREA Award 2026
2026-02-02 - 2026-02-04 | Europa-Park, Europa-Park-Straße 2, Rust, Baden-Württemberg, 77977, Germany
AUREA #8: The Elite of Immersive Entertainment Comes Together at Europa-Park – From Hollywood VFX to the Future of Storytelling

The AUREA community is a network of industry experts in VR, XR, AR, and immersive technologies who recognise and champion each other’s work. The community exists to continuously support the growth of the ecosystem and actively seeks out the most successful companies, individuals, and ideas in the market in order to recognise their success, resilience, and positive impact.
The AUREA Awards are among the highest accolades in business achievement, as entries are community-driven and evaluated in two rounds by a judging panel comprising leading figures from the entertainment and technology sectors. Judges look for impactful, innovative, and genuinely creative experiences, as well as cutting-edge technologies that enable new frontiers of storytelling.
This year, Sven Bliedung von der Heide will be a speaker at the event, presenting insights into the market for digital humans in digital environments, including XR. Sven will explore the use of AI in the creation of digital people, highlighting what is already possible and where further development and adjustment are still needed.
As a community member, Sven will also take part in the networking events. For meeting requests, please contact mail@volucap.de

de:hub Journey: Innovation in Aerospace
2026-06-11
Volucap at the de:hub Journey “Innovation in Aerospace”

Volucap CEO Sven Bliedung von der Heide will take part in the exclusive de:hub Journey “Innovation in Aerospace”, a curated networking and exploration format organized by the Digital Hub Initiative of the German Federal Government in collaboration with the de:hubs in Potsdam, Dresden, and Bremen.
As a panel speaker, Sven will represent Volucap and share insights into the potential of Extended Reality (XR) and immersive technologies for the aerospace sector. He will join fellow innovators from 2Sync, Wandelbots, herone, and AMAREA to discuss emerging technologies, cross-industry collaboration, and future applications at the intersection of digital innovation and aerospace.
Bringing together around 30 selected decision-makers from industry, startups, and research, the de Journey is designed to foster meaningful exchange, showcase cutting-edge innovations, and identify concrete opportunities for collaboration. Participants gain exclusive behind-the-scenes access beyond the trade fair environment and engage in discussions focused on real-world challenges and practical applications.
Attendance is by invitation only.

Event Recap: here

XR CREATOR CON (XRCC)
2026-06-30 - 2026-07-03 | smartvillage Berlin, Karl-Marx-Straße 101, Berlin, 12043, Germany
Volucap at XRCC: Gaussian Splatting and Volumetric Capture in Focus

Volucap CEO Sven Bliedung von der Heide will join the XRCC Conference & Hackathon, a leading gathering for XR and AI builders, developers, designers, and industry leaders shaping the future of immersive technologies.
As part of the “Gaussian Splatting & Volumetric Capture” panel on July 1 at 2:30 PM, Sven will discuss the current state of volumetric capture and Gaussian Splatting alongside Gabriele Romagnoli (XR/AI Spotlight) and Richard Broadbridge (4Dviews). The panel will explore real-world workflows, production pipelines, and use cases already being deployed across XR, AI, and immersive media, while also addressing the technical challenges that remain.
XRCC brings together the people actively building the next generation of XR and AI experiences, creating opportunities for meaningful exchange between creators, engineers, product leaders, and companies driving innovation in the field. The event is strategically supported by 1SP, Europe’s leading go-to-market agency for XR and AI wearable innovation.
Drawing on Volucap’s extensive experience in volumetric capture, digital humans, and immersive storytelling, Sven will share insights into the practical applications and future potential of photorealistic 3D content for emerging XR and AI ecosystems.
For meetings contact: mail@volucap.de

Studio Bonn – Talk: Digital Empowerment? Artificial Intelligence Between Utopia and Dystopia
2026-07-03 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Bundeskunsthalle, Helmut-Kohl-Allee 4, Bonn, 53113, Germany
Sven Bliedung von der Heide, CEO of Volucap, will join the panel discussion “Digital Empowerment? Artificial Intelligence Between Utopia and Dystopia” at Studio Bonn.

The event brings together experts from technology, research, and policymaking to discuss the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence. As AI continues to transform society, the conversation will explore its potential to address global challenges while also examining concerns surrounding disinformation, surveillance, and ethical responsibility. A key focus will be how Europe can foster innovation while ensuring appropriate regulation and democratic values.
Alongside Sven Bliedung von der Heide (Volucap), the panel features Aimee van Wynsberghe from the University of Bonn, a leading expert in AI ethics, and Axel Voss, Member of the European Parliament and member of the AI Act Committee. The discussion will be moderated by Sven Sappelt of Studio Bonn.
Drawing on Volucap’s experience in volumetric capture, digital humans, and immersive technologies, Sven will contribute insights into the evolving relationship between AI, media technologies, and the future of digital interaction.
For meetings contact: mail@volucap.de
