Flores-Galea Antonio L. Journey to the Metaverse: Technologies Propelling Business Opportunities

Business Expert Press, 2023. — 202 p. — ISBN-13 978-1-63742-438-4.The Metaverse will be the next technological revolution. This book helps business executives to understand its foundations and reveals the new opportunities it will bring.The accessible language used to explain the complex technologies involved is key to understanding the business opportunities that the Metaverse will bring. The book follows a smooth but thorough journey along all aspects associated with the Metaverse, from augmented reality, virtual reality, digital currencies, the Internet of things, 3D glasses, and many others. This book contains trustful, actionable, and practical insight from the experience of a person highly involved in technical activities and used to speak to the board of many corporations.The accessible language used to explain the complex technologies involved is key to understanding the business opportunities that the Metaverse will bring. The book follows a smooth but thorough journey along all aspects associated with the Metaverse, from augmented reality, virtual reality, digital currencies, the Internet of things, 3D glasses, and many others. This book contains trustful, actionable, and practical insight from the experience of a person highly involved in technical activities and used to speak to the board of many corporations.Reading this book, you will understand not only the drivers behind the Metaverse but also the following milestones and the roadmap we can expect: an early insight to adapt your business strategy or professional career to get the most out of this new social paradigm.Preface
What Is the Metaverse?
Is the Metaverse for Video Gaming?
Why the Metaverse Can Change Society for Good
Who Is Behind It
How Is the Metaverse Built
Immersive Technologies: Augmented Reality, Virtual
Reality, and More
Blockchain and Its Relevance for the Metaverse
The Relationship Between the Metaverse and
Cryptocurrencies
Smart Contracts and NFTs: Ownership and Interaction in the Metaverse
How Will I End Up in the Metaverse?
Possibilities in the Metaverse for the Different Industries
What Is There Inside the Metaverse
Is the Metaverse Secure?
When Will the Metaverse Transform Into Reality
Potential Side Effects of the Metaverse
Some Revelations About the Future: Digital Twins, Digital Consciousness, Transhumanism, Immortality
And What Should I Do NOW?