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Do virtual reality games show us the promise of the metaverse? And are they a model for life itself?
For some firms, the future of work is already here
The metaverse economy is set to be worth trillions — and the world’s leading fashion brands are experimenting already
FT tech writers on where the life- and business-changing innovation will really happen. Supported by Accenture
The writer who invented the metaverse concept on why he decided to get involved in building it — and the trouble with AI
FT tech writers on the questions you were afraid to ask
A total of 35 vehicles have now launched since the first was unveiled in June last year
Institutions are venturing into virtual worlds — both as a subject and a learning tool
Mark Zuckerberg bows to investor demands over spending on metaverse as Big Tech groups halt expansion
An FT column offering a behind-the-scenes look at the work of Rutherford Hall, critical communications strategist
CEO seems intent on using majority control to push ahead with big bet on metaverse despite Wall St scepticism
Legal teams are opening offices in virtual worlds to connect with clients and entrepreneurs
Zuckerberg’s company suffers from a first mover disadvantage when it comes to owning the virtual future
Korean group plans to boost presence as it seeks to take on big US rivals building avatar-filled virtual worlds
Neal Stephenson, the novelist who coined the term, rejects the idea of a dystopian future for tech-dependent humanity
Matt Hancock “is launching into the Metaverse”, with some quite perky pecs.
Even after the crypto markets crashed this year, there are still a number of people …
Plus, Coinbase’s tough year continues and job losses in a growing metaverse industry
Overhyped tech bubble or next-generation internet platform? An intriguing book that explores how the metaverse could operate
Tencent-backed social media app Soul uses avatars instead of pictures and connects people using algorithms
10 have launched in the country since October last year
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