The ESG implications of the metaverse

The metaverse is the ‘next step in the evolution of the internet' and can be described as a shared virtual environment, accessible via the internet, that brings together virtual worlds in a way that generates presence. Eventually, being ‘in the metaverse' will potentially involve extending our senses of sight, sound and touch, blending digital items into the physical world or popping into fully immersive 3D environments whenever we want. The family of technologies that support this is known collectively as ‘immersive technologies' and includes virtual reality. To bring it to life to the ...