Responsible Innovation Policy
Niantic Spatial Platform is at the forefront of innovation in spatial computing technology. Our mission is to responsibly develop and deploy spatial solutions that transform industries, enhance human capabilities, and create meaningful connections.
Our mission is to accelerate innovation responsibly
Spatial computing technology has the potential to revolutionize how we interact with the world around us, impacting sectors such as manufacturing, retail, healthcare, government, education, and entertainment. From optimizing warehousing and logistics operations to enhancing design and planning through remote collaboration with AR-guided tools, and even enabling immersive experiences in social environments, the possibilities are limitless.
Our products and solutions are designed to expand the boundaries of spatial technology, and we will work with industry leaders, developers, and policymakers to thoughtfully create meaningful, positive impact.
Our projects leverage spatial computing to solve real-world problems
Integrate Niantic’s centimeter-precision VPS with a systems integrator’s verified location and asset tracking warehouse solution. This proof of concept will be designed to be client-agnostic, offering a scalable approach to real-time tracking.
Collaborate with cities, sports teams, tourism agencies, and similar companies to develop interactive, wearable AR experiences that bring AR-enhanced storytelling to life, offering visitors an immersive way to explore landmarks, events, and cultural spaces.
Utilize Niantic’s VPS, Shared AR, meshing, and on-device mapping to empower developers with real-time remote collaboration. By streaming content between devices, multiple users can annotate the same scene with shapes, text, and drawings, creating a seamless and interactive shared experience.
We strive to create real-world impact
As a company, we believe it is essential for our success to engage the market broadly. We are committed to working with all of our customers and partners to ensure that Niantic Spatial products are used in a responsible manner that upholds human rights and ethical principles. We do not support their use for applications primarily intended to cause harm or violate human rights.
These are the core principles guiding our work
User-Centric Design
We place people at the center of our innovation, ensuring that spatial computing solutions are intuitive, accessible, and enhance the user experience.
Privacy and Security
With spatial computing’s ability to capture and process large amounts of data, safeguarding user privacy and maintaining robust security protocols are non-negotiable.
Inclusivity and Accessibility
We strive to create technologies that are inclusive, enabling users of diverse abilities and backgrounds to benefit from spatial computing advancements.
Ethical Development
As spatial computing intersects with ethical considerations around autonomy, consent, and data usage, we adhere to rigorous standards to ensure our technology aligns with societal values.
We are committed to open collaboration
We recognize that the development and deployment of spatial computing technologies require collaboration across multiple stakeholders, including governments, market research and advisory research firms, developers, communities, and Niantic employees. To this end, we are actively:
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Partnering with leading market research and advisory firms, such as Gartner, to explore new frontiers in spatial computing.
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Engaging with service integrators to help shape regulatory frameworks that balance innovation with public safety.
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Providing developers with tools, training, and resources to build applications that leverage spatial computing responsibly, while collaborating with Niantic’s Social Impact team to align initiatives with broader community needs.
We are focused on enabling developers and innovators
Our platform empowers developers and creators to harness spatial computing in their work. Through robust APIs, SDKs, and open-source resources, we’re fostering a vibrant ecosystem of innovation.
By lowering barriers to entry, we enable more creators to explore new applications and solutions in spatial computing.
We are dedicated to a future rooted in purpose and responsibility
We are dedicated to advancing research, fostering transparent dialogue, and actively collaborating with global stakeholders to ensure that spatial solutions and their underlying technologies are applied responsibly and ethically.
By working together, we can realize the full potential of spatial computing to create a more connected, inclusive, and innovative world.