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Modern, advanced simulations often involve sensitive information—from classified military training to proprietary industrial processes and critical infrastructure models. Unauthorized access to these simulations can lead to military or trade secrets being compromised, which can result in the loss of equipment, money and human lives. Ensuring that only authorized personnel and

High-Level Architecture (HLA) is a standard for distributed simulation, enabling seamless integration across systems and organizations. Over the years, it has evolved through multiple revisions, each enhancing performance, usability, and adaptability. The latest version, HLA 4, (IEEE HLA 1516-2025) was officially approved in February 2025. HLA 4 sets a new

For those involved in distributed simulation, the High Level Architecture, or HLA, is a crucial component for enabling data exchange and interoperability. But what exactly is HLA and how does it work? In this article, we delve into the details of HLA, exploring the key concepts and processes that make

The launch of the Metaverse Standards Forum and the Matter initiative that look to standardise smart homes and IoT platforms are recent examples of diverse industry players coming together to tackle macro-level problems like interoperability. Both initiatives are clear that open standards and industry consensus are essential to achieving their