Written by
Maya Maceka
Updated on 19th March 2024
Cybersecurity researcher
Metaverse. You’ll probably have heard the word from Big Tech companies like Meta, Microsoft, and Google. But what exactly is it? What will it look like? And how could it change our lives?
The metaverse is a network of 3D virtual reality worlds that are currently under construction. When they’re complete, these spaces will be enabled by both existing and emerging technologies. Plus a few that haven’t even been invented yet.
In this article, we’ll paint a picture of the metaverse to help you figure out where it came from and where it’s going; explore its potential perks and pitfalls; and better understand how this digital world could change our real one. So, grab your VR goggles and let’s go!