Metaversed

Author : Luis Bravo Martins,Samantha G. Wolfe
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2022-12-22
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781119888604

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Metaversed by Luis Bravo Martins,Samantha G. Wolfe Pdf

Understand the coming metaverse—and discover how to look past the hype and harness the future of technology. Metaversed is an insightful discussion and analysis of the next, rapidly approaching technological revolution. The authors deliver a compelling new exploration of how the metaverse and emerging technologies combine to define our collective future. In addition to identifying the business opportunities, the book pulls back the curtain on major safety and privacy issues that will arise and the expected shifts in both our private and social spheres. In the book, you'll understand: How multiple industries will be changed and challenged in a 3D spatial world and how to navigate the future crypto-ladden business landscape; Legal and policy considerations necessary to build and maintain safe, shared digital spaces The economic and social impacts, including the potential for our digital lives to outlive our physical selves Actionable insights, so you can make the most out of the next digital revolution Metaversed is a can't-miss presentation of the most significant market opportunities and societal challenges posed by the metaverse. It also will empower readers to take positive action that avoids the same online mistakes that happened on social media and create more responsible tech usage habits in our personal and professional lives.

Author : Matthew Ball
Publisher : Liveright Publishing
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2022-07-19
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781324092049

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The Metaverse: And How It Will Revolutionize Everything by Matthew Ball Pdf

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER — United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and China (Wall Street Journal, Associated Press, Nielsen Bookscan, Publishers Weekly, USA Today, Toronto Star, Globe & Mail, BookNet Canada, Bookseller.com, Bookdao/Nielsen, JD, DangDang) Tim Sweeney (CEO of Fortnite-maker Epic Games): “Matthew Ball’s essays have defined, analyzed, and inspired the Metaverse for years. His book is an approachable and essential guide to the strategic, technical, and philosophical foundations of this new medium.” Derek Thompson (Atlantic staff writer and national best-selling author of Hit Makers): “This book feels like a rare achievement: a definitive statement about an emerging phenomenon that could shape the digital world, the global economy, and the very experience of human consciousness.” From the leading theorist of the Metaverse comes the definitive account of the next internet: what the Metaverse is, what it will take to build it, and what it means for all of us. The term “Metaverse” is suddenly everywhere, from the front pages of national newspapers and the latest fashion trends to the plans of the most powerful companies in history. It is already shaping the policy platforms of the US government, the European Union, and the Chinese Communist Party. But what, exactly, is the Metaverse? As pioneering theorist and venture capitalist Matthew Ball explains, it is a persistent and interconnected network of 3D virtual worlds that will eventually serve as the gateway to most online experiences, and also underpin much of the physical world. For decades, these ideas have been limited to science fiction and video games, but they are now poised to revolutionize every industry and function, from finance and healthcare to education, consumer products, city planning, dating, and well beyond. Taking us on an expansive tour of the “next internet,” Ball demonstrates that many proto-Metaverses are already here, such as Fortnite, Minecraft, and Roblox. Yet these offer only a glimpse of what is to come. Ball presents a comprehensive definition of the Metaverse before explaining the technologies that will power it—and the breakthroughs that will be necessary to fully realize it. He addresses the governance challenges the Metaverse entails; investigates the role of Web3, blockchains, and NFTs; and predicts Metaverse winners and losers. Most importantly, he examines many of the Metaverse’s almost unlimited applications. The internet will no longer be at arm’s length; instead, it will surround us, with much of our lives, labor, and leisure taking place inside the Metaverse. Bringing clarity and authority to a frequently misunderstood concept, Ball foresees trillions of dollars in new value—and the radical reshaping of society.

Author : Schlemmer, Eliane
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2014-08-31
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781466663527

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Learning in Metaverses: Co-Existing in Real Virtuality by Schlemmer, Eliane Pdf

The potential of virtual world technologies to improve teaching and learning has been recognized in recent years, creating new possibilities for teaching and learning processes, with virtual environments impacting the achievement of student learning and collaboration. Learning in Metaverses: Co-Existing in Real Virtuality discusses a better way to understand this new learning universe, exploring the possibilities of new social organization through the use of avatars in virtual worlds. Examining platforms such as Web 3D, metaverse, MDV3D, ECODI, hybrid living and sharing spaces, gamification, alternate reality, mingled reality, and augmented reality to evaluate the possibilities for their implementation in education, this reference book will be of use to academics, educators, students, researchers, gamers, and professionals.

Author : QuHarrison Terry,Scott Keeney
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2022-04-19
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781119892540

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The Metaverse Handbook by QuHarrison Terry,Scott Keeney Pdf

The metaverse is here. Are you ready? In The Metaverse Handbook: Innovating for the Internet's Next Tectonic Shift, a duo of experienced tech and culture experts delivers a can't-miss guide to participating in the most promising new technology since the advent of the web. Through dozens of metaverse creator case studies and concise, actionable insights, you'll walk away from this book understanding how to explore and implement the latest metaverse tech emerging from blockchain, XR, and web3. In The Metaverse Handbook, you'll discover: What the metaverse is, why you should care about it, and how to build your metaverse strategy The history of the metaverse and primers on critical technologies driving the metaverse, including non-fungible tokens, XR, the blockchain, and web3 How to unearth unique metaverse opportunities in digital communities, commerce, and immersive experiences As the metaverse has rapidly become the technology platform and marketing buzzword of the future, this new reality for companies, creators, and consumers is not easily understood at the surface level. Those who aim to be at the forefront of this exciting new arena must first understand the foundations and central technologies of the metaverse. An essential resource for digital professionals, creators, and business leaders in the vanguard of the coming technology revolution, The Metaverse Handbook provides the go-to roadmap for your journey into the metaverse.

Author : Ashley Dudarenok
Publisher : Alarice International Limited
Page : 62 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2023-03-20
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Digital China: Metaverses For Business by Ashley Dudarenok Pdf

While the hype surrounding the metaverse has waned, its importance from a tech perspective hasn’t. This book will help all those who have wondered what a metaverse is, what it’s for, how much it’s worth, which companies are creating it, which countries are ahead of the game and how businesses are using metaverses and Web3. This book is for brands that want to understand the next iteration of the internet, how to use it now and in the future to connect with customers and how to future proof your business. There are different perceptions of and approaches to the metaverse and Web3 in different countries. This book helps you to understand those differences and the impact they may have on your company. QUOTES FROM THE BOOK “The metaverse is the next iteration of the internet we have been building for the last 40 years but in a 3D realm, vs. the text, picture and video web we have today. When it arrives in the next 5-10 years, it will encompass all facets of our lives from school to work to play and everything in between. And from now to then, there will be many rocky roads as the world and China figure out how to actually build such a solution and all the rules needed to properly operate it.” -- Alvin Wang Graylin, China President & Global VP of Corporate Development at HTC “Some people believe there should be “one” metaverse where many virtual worlds exist inside that one mega-metaverse. But this is the most idealized version of how society or the internet operates. Judging by what tech companies are doing at this early stage, it’s clear that they want to keep their walled gardens up for as long as they can.” -- Nina Xiang, Author of Parallel Metaverses “New revenue streams and business models present a whole new level of possibility for brands to reach their customers and fans. It’s not just about monetary conversions. It’s another touchpoint and becomes a layer of experiential, reimagined and immersive experience to further enhance a brand’s story. Co-creation and community activation will play a significant role in delivering to the community.” -- Olivia Lee, Founder of Livvium, Web3 Strategist and Digital Fashion Collector

Author : Donald Clark
Publisher : Kogan Page Publishers
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2023-09-03
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781398612112

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Learning and the Metaverse by Donald Clark Pdf

What is the metaverse? Will it really happen? How will it affect learning and development (L&D)? Where do I start? Learning and the Metaverse explains where the Metaverse came from, what it is, where it is going, debunks the myths and demystifies the jargon. It shows how it can be used to improve training and learning activities. Written by a learning technology expert with more than 35 years' experience, this book explains what this shift from 2D to 3D learning involves and what it means for you as a learning professional. It analyses the evidence for effective learning in 3D and explains what works and what doesn't. There is also guidance on designing training that can be used in the Metaverse and why it's important to consider how people learn when doing this. This book includes discussion of the Metaverse and broader education as well as coverage of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), immersive technology and learning simulations. This guide contains everything learning professionals need to know about learning and the Metaverse.

Author : Hung-Yi Chen
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2024-07-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783031548024

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Global Perspectives in the Metaverse by Hung-Yi Chen Pdf

Author : Ian Khan
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 311 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2023-01-16
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781119933892

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Metaverse For Dummies by Ian Khan Pdf

Your first step to understanding what the metaverse is all about You've probably heard that the metaverse—a word that seemingly went from nonexistent to everywhere — is the next big thing in technology. What is it, anyway? Written by a leading futurist, Metaverse For Dummies unravels the mysteries of the metaverse, for the curious and for anyone looking to get in on the ground floor. Discover how to carve out your niche in the metaverse with easy-to-understand breakdowns of the major technologies and platforms, a guide to doing business in the metaverse, and explorations of what meta means for sports, education, and just about every other area of life. The book even gives you a guide to safety in the metaverse, including how much of your real life you should share in your virtual one. This book answers all the big questions about the metaverse, in simple terms. Explore the metaverse and the major players Get a look at how the metaverse will disrupt industries from gaming to online commerce Discover business opportunities on the metaverse Dive into metaverse gaming and virtual events—safely This book is a must for anyone looking for an approachable primer on what the metaverse is, how it works, and the opportunities within it.

Author : Dr.Liew Voon Kiong
Publisher : Liew Voon Kiong
Page : 127 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2024-04-21
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Metaverse Made Easy by Dr.Liew Voon Kiong Pdf

In recent months, the term metaverse has become the newest buzzword in the crypto and gaming space, and start-ups venturing into metaverse have been mushrooming around the globe. These start-ups were able to attract investments from angel investors and VCs. The biggest news this year was the direct listing of Roblox on the New York Stock Exchange in which the company’s stock closed at $69.50 per share, giving the company a market cap of $38.26 billion. Another sensational story was Epic Games, the company that built Unreal Engine and the popular metaverse game Fortnite. At the time of writing, Epic Games has just completed a $1 billion round of funding to support the long-term vision for the metaverse. But all these developments paled in comparison to Facebook changed its name to Meta on 29th Oct 2021, boldly announced its official entry into the metaverse. This was a game-changing milestone, which not only showed that Zuckerberg has continuously strengthened his worldview that "the metaverse is the next stop of the Internet", but also raised the metaverse to the same level of ambition as Musk’s vision of colonizing Mars and Google’s project to radically extend the human lifespan. Though metaverses have existed for more than two decades particularly in the gaming space like the famous Second Life, Fortnite, Roblox and more, it was neither widely known nor adopted outside the gaming industry. However, with the meteoric rise of the DeFi and NFT applications in the last two years, metaverse suddenly became a buzzword as metaverse platforms were mushrooming by integrating DeFi and NFT into GameFi to create sensational 3D VR experiences and allow users to monetize while playing (aka Play to Earn). Besides gaming, the latest trend shows that there is immense potential in business and commercial metaverse applications. Industries such as tourism, real estate, medicine, engineering, education, event management, manufacturing, town planning and more could benefit greatly from Metaverse. As Metaverse is evolving fast, I have written this book to help you gain a better understanding of the metaverse as well as how to invest in metaverse projects to gain profits from NFT trading, DeFi staking and Play to Earn.

Author : Chandrashekhar A,Shaik Himam Saheb,Sandeep Kumar Panda,S. Balamurugan,Sheng-Lung Peng
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 395 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2023-09-29
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781394177158

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Metaverse and Immersive Technologies by Chandrashekhar A,Shaik Himam Saheb,Sandeep Kumar Panda,S. Balamurugan,Sheng-Lung Peng Pdf

METAVERSE AND IMMERSIVE TECHNOLOGIES The book covers the multidimensional perspectives of the metaverse through the prism of virtual reality, augmented reality, blockchain, artificial intelligence, and IoT, ranging from rudimentary to advanced applications. This book provides a thorough explanation of how the technology behind metaverse and other virtual reality technologies are changing the world. The primary objective is to present the revolutionary innovation of the 21st century—the metaverse—and exhibit its wide range of applications in different domains. Although blockchain and VR/AR were the first popularly known applications of the metaverse, several other applications also exist. While some still believe the metaverse is overhyped, in reality, it is transforming almost every industry—healthcare, 3D, 4D, industry, game industry, business management, artificial intelligence, and IoT, just to name a few. This technological breakthrough not only paved the way for virtual reality but also provided useful solutions for other areas of technology. The unique nature of the technology, which is a single, shared, immersive, persistent, 3D virtual space where humans experience life in ways not possible in the physical world, makes it suitable for all real-world applications; it has great potential to transform business, and companies are already in the race for different product offerings. Audience AI and computer science researchers, engineers and graduate students, IT personnel in business as well as entrepreneurs and policymakers.

Author : Dave Shamrock,Justin Sonnen
Publisher : Dave Shamrock
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2022-03-31
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Decentralized Finance (DeFi) & Metaverse For Beginners 2 Books in 1 2022 by Dave Shamrock,Justin Sonnen Pdf

Decentralized Finance (DeFi) 2022 Cryptocurrency's promise is to make money and payments all around accessible to anyone, regardless of where they are on the planet. The Decentralized Finance (DeFi) or Open Finance development makes that promise a stride further. Imagine a global, open option in contrast to each financial service you use today — investment funds, loans, trading, insurance and more are accessible to anybody in the world with a cell phone and internet connection. This is presently conceivable on smart contract blockchains, like Ethereum. Smart contracts are programs running on the blockchain that can execute consequently when certain conditions are met. These smart contracts empower developers to work undeniably with more modern functionality than essentially sending and accepting cryptocurrency. These projects are what we currently call decentralized apps or dapps. You can think about a dapp as an app that is based on decentralized innovation, instead of being built and constrained by a solitary, unified substance or organization. Become accustomed to this word, dapp, you'll be seeing it a ton from now into the foreseeable future. While a portion of these concepts may sound cutting edge, automated loans negotiated straightforwardly between two strangers in different parts of the world, without a bank in the center a large number of these dapps are now live today. There are DeFi dapps that permit you to make stable coins (digital currency whose worth is fixed to the US dollar), loan out money and earn interest on your crypto, apply for a loan, trade one asset for another, go long or short assets, and carry out computerized, advanced investment strategies. Metaverse For Beginners 2022 When people talk about the future, they usually mean virtual reality. The reason is that when you say "the future," most people think of science fiction, and nearly all SF takes place in a virtual space. The word metaverse is actually an old term for cyberspace–the virtual environment that exists on computers. So, you could argue that the metaverse and cyberspace are virtually the same things. The word metaverse originally meant just one thing: a synonym for the word universe. Now, it means a lot of things, some contradictory. Metaverse has the slick ring of the future around it, but in reality, it refers to past or present realities, not just a future vision. The term is thrown around so much that you can't trust what it means. What we call the metaverse might be better termed the internet-on-steroids or something more accurate and less sexy-sounding! The metaverse is a little bit like virtual reality, except not quite. It's a confusing term these days. That's because, in the 90s, Neal Stephenson (of Snow Crash fame) imagined the metaverse as a network of connected 3D spaces that users could interact with using VR goggles and haptic feedback devices. The metaverse is the general term for all digital universes being connected. We are just starting to build these worlds, and it’s easy to get sidetracked by the technologies that we’re using to build them, (which are sometimes quite new.) Just as an aside, remember how every startup in 1983 used a Commodore 64 as its main computer? Even with that amazing machine, no one really predicted anything like what the internet would become. Hey everyone, I'm doing a think piece that looks at the future of VR. I'm really interested to hear from people on this one! What would you like technology to do for you in the metaverse? What new activities and experiences do you most want developing? The main aim of this piece is to get a better understanding of what we actually want the future to be. The metaverse can't become real until someone builds it with code. Until then, the metaverse is whatever we imagine it to be while we are building it together.

Author : Singla, Babita,Shalender, Kumar,Singh, Nripendra
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2024-02-26
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9798369333594

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Creator's Economy in Metaverse Platforms: Empowering Stakeholders Through Omnichannel Approach by Singla, Babita,Shalender, Kumar,Singh, Nripendra Pdf

In the era of the metaverse, a big challenge permeates the digital landscape—a challenge that resonates both with creators seeking to thrive in this dynamic space and policymakers attempting to navigate its uncharted territories. Creators, driven by innovation, grapple with a myriad of uncertainties in monetizing their virtual content effectively. Simultaneously, policymakers find themselves at a crossroads, caught between the rapid evolution of the virtual realm and the lack of clear regulatory guidelines. This struggle is exacerbated by the issue of cybersecurity threats that cast a shadow over the metaverse's transformative potential. It is within this context of challenges that Creator's Economy in Metaverse Platforms emerges, poised to tackle the pressing issues at the intersection of creativity, regulation, and the ever-expanding metaverse. Creator's Economy in Metaverse Platforms dissects, analyzes, and offers solutions to the multifaceted challenges prevailing in the metaverse. By addressing fundamental questions about the creator economy, the elusive concept of the metaverse economy, and the indispensable role policymakers play, the book provides a holistic understanding of the landscape. Delving into topics such as stakeholder engagement, digital asset management, and the intricacies of various monetization models, it equips readers with actionable insights. Not content with a reactive approach, the book takes a proactive stance, offering solutions to foster interoperability and create an ecosystem where creators and policymakers can mutually thrive. It envisions not just a book but a catalyst for transformative change in the metaverse.

Author : Vladimir Geroimenko
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 347 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2024-07-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783031577468

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Augmented and Virtual Reality in the Metaverse by Vladimir Geroimenko Pdf

Author : Cathy Hackl,Dirk Lueth,Tommaso Di Bartolo
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2022-04-25
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781119899013

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Navigating the Metaverse by Cathy Hackl,Dirk Lueth,Tommaso Di Bartolo Pdf

Jump into the metaverse to connect with consumers and explore endless opportunities Like the Internet before it, the metaverse is a virtual space bringing people, companies, and products together in both digital and real environments to create new economic opportunities. The groundwork is already laid. People and organizations jumping in are gaining invaluable experience, meeting customers, developing revenue streams, and even shaping metaverse culture. In Navigating the Metaverse: A Guide to Limitless Business Possibilities in a Web 3.0 World, a team of Silicon Valley thought leaders delivers a groundbreaking discussion of how to find the right opportunities in this fast-moving universe. You'll explore everything from the metaverse basics, to strategy, to launching your first metaverse project. In the book, you'll find: Data and market analysis to erase any doubt that the metaverse is the next big thing. Foundational knowledge about the metaverse, metaverse economy, Web3 technology, and more. The essential connection between metaverse environments, businesses, community, and digital products that make the metaverse economy so powerful. A deep dive on non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and how to make the most of these assets. Frameworks to help find, nurture, measure, and capitalize on innovation in the metaverse. An essential breakdown of the next stage in online business, Navigating the Metaverse belongs in the libraries of entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators looking to lead in the new age of online business and commerce.

Author : Anshari, Muhammad,Syafrudin, Muhammad,Alfian, Ganjar
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2023-01-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781668460993

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Metaverse Applications for New Business Models and Disruptive Innovation by Anshari, Muhammad,Syafrudin, Muhammad,Alfian, Ganjar Pdf

It is expected that the metaverse will be the next generation of the internet and its online activities and will serve as the foundation for a massive online business platform. Furthermore, it will alter people's behavior, which will have an impact on businesses' decisions to choose the metaverse as their primary business platform. Metaverse Applications for New Business Models and Disruptive Innovation showcases the most recent developments in the metaverse and their implications for business and considers the challenges and best practices of implementing this technology in business. Covering topics such as augmented reality, economics, security, and business models, this reference work is ideal for business owners, managers, computer scientists, researchers, scholars, academicians, practitioners, educators, and students.