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Nov 2023
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Demystifying the Metaverse: Insights and...

Michael A. Gayed, CFA
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Are you prepared to embark on a mind-bending journey through the fascinating concept of the metaverse? Join us for an enlightening discussion with the brilliant Matthew Ball as we traverse the complex landscape of this immersive virtual reality. From its nascent stages in the 90s to the recent tech advances, the metaverse is a marvel that has promised to revolutionize the world economy. We dissect its intricacies, delve into the hype cycles, and even ponder on Mark Zuckerberg's projections.

Moving forward, we gaze into the potential future of the metaverse. With Matthew as our guide, we examine the challenges and implications that could come with its rise - energy costs, legal hurdles, environmental impacts, and data privacy concerns, to name a few. The metaverse is not just another tech buzzword; it's an alternate world that is inching closer to our reality. Tune in for an exciting look into this transformative technology, and let's envision together the profound ways it might shape our lives and the global economy. With trailblazers like Apple leading the way, this virtual reality might soon become our tangible truth.

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