The “metaverse” as announced by Facebook is a set of virtual spaces where you can create and explore with other people who aren’t in the same physical space as you. Movies like Matrix or Ready Player One brought a glimpse of a digital universe. The implications are huge, and the opportunities are just beginning to show.

The session wil focus on the potential benefits and threats of the Facebook metaverse (economic, social, politcal etc.), where a first - mover will take all and create a parallel digital world.