What's next for the metaverse in 2023? - Verdict

The metaverse has been making waves as the next big thing in digital media for months. However, its potential is arguably on every tech-head's mind as we usher in 2023. Research firm GlobalData defines the metaverse as a virtual world where users can share experiences and interact in real-time within simulated scenarios. Its core technologies are vast, but mainly include virtual reality (VR), artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR). "Although the metaverse is in the early stages of development, it has the potential to be the next mega-theme in digital media," GlobalData analysts write in a report, "the metaverse could transform how people work, shop, interact, and consume content."