He has written several books on technology, virtual reality, and the impact of technology on society. He has also composed music for films, television, and video games. He is the founder of the software company VPL Research, and has been a pioneer in the development of virtual reality technology. His net worth of $5 million is largely due to his success in the technology industry.
Jaron Lanier is a highly successful American writer, scientist, and composer who has amassed a net worth of $5 million. He began his career at a young age, attending New Mexico State University at thirteen and going on to study mathematical notation and computer programming. He has since written several books on technology, virtual reality, and the impact of technology on society, and composed music for films, television, and video games. He is also the founder of the software company VPL Research, and has been a pioneer in the development of virtual reality technology. His success in the technology industry has been the primary source of his wealth.
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💰 Net worth: $5 Million (2024)
After driving to Los Angeles to visit a friend, he ended up working for Atari, then launched his own business, VPL, Research. VPL Research focused on virtual reality technology. The company ultimately went under in 1990. From there, he went on to work as the Chief Scientist of Advanced Network and Services of Internet2, as well as serving as the Lead Scientist of the National Tele-immersion Initiative. He was also a visiting artist and scholar at multiple academic institutions. He also collects and plays rare instruments. He has released an album, and composed the soundtrack for the film, "The Third Wave".
