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Marketing tech
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Zuckerberg's New Metaverse Ad Is So Bad That the People Who Created It Must Be Secretly Trying to Humiliate Him

Meta's new Horizon Worlds ad showcases awkward avatars and lacks quality, highlighting ongoing issues with its metaverse project after billions in investment.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
2 months ago

Meta's Strategic Pivot, Again

Meta's shift from metaverse ambitions to focusing on AI technologies reflects a significant change in strategy under Zuckerberg's leadership.
fromUNILAD
1 day ago
Marketing tech

Why Meta has spent $47,000,000,000 on a product you might not know about

Meta has invested $47 billion in the metaverse, although it has yet to gain traction with consumers.
fromwww.cnbc.com
8 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Meta set to report second-quarter earnings after the bell

Meta focuses on heavy spending on artificial intelligence and the metaverse for future growth.
fromFuturism
3 days ago
Marketing tech

Remember Zuckerberg's Cherished Metaverse? Now He's Firing the People He Hired to Build It

Meta's metaverse ambitions are failing as billions are lost, leading to layoffs and declining interest in VR technology.
Marketing tech
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Zuckerberg's New Metaverse Ad Is So Bad That the People Who Created It Must Be Secretly Trying to Humiliate Him

Meta's new Horizon Worlds ad showcases awkward avatars and lacks quality, highlighting ongoing issues with its metaverse project after billions in investment.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
2 months ago

Meta's Strategic Pivot, Again

Meta's shift from metaverse ambitions to focusing on AI technologies reflects a significant change in strategy under Zuckerberg's leadership.
Marketing tech
fromUNILAD
1 day ago

Why Meta has spent $47,000,000,000 on a product you might not know about

Meta has invested $47 billion in the metaverse, although it has yet to gain traction with consumers.
Marketing tech
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Remember Zuckerberg's Cherished Metaverse? Now He's Firing the People He Hired to Build It

Meta's metaverse ambitions are failing as billions are lost, leading to layoffs and declining interest in VR technology.
more#meta
#advertising
Marketing tech
fromPhys
2 months ago

AI influencer marketing may pose risk to brand trust, new research finds

Virtual influencers may damage brand trust more than human influencers when customers are dissatisfied.
Brands must carefully manage virtual influencers in marketing to mitigate reputational risks.
fromDigiday
1 week ago
Marketing tech

Roblox marketplace competition over how ads are purchased led at least three brands to reconsider their spend

Brands are confused by competing advertising pitches on Roblox, leading to some pausing their marketing efforts.
Marketing tech
fromPhys
2 months ago

AI influencer marketing may pose risk to brand trust, new research finds

Virtual influencers may damage brand trust more than human influencers when customers are dissatisfied.
Brands must carefully manage virtual influencers in marketing to mitigate reputational risks.
fromDigiday
1 week ago
Marketing tech

Roblox marketplace competition over how ads are purchased led at least three brands to reconsider their spend

Brands are confused by competing advertising pitches on Roblox, leading to some pausing their marketing efforts.
more#advertising
#virtual-reality
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Cryptocurrency

Metaverses in Crypto & How to Profit from Them | HackerNoon

The Metaverse is a digital universe built on decentralized technology, allowing real-time interaction, ownership, and economic activities through avatars.
fromeLearning Industry
1 week ago
Online learning

The Metaverse In eLearning: A New Dimension Of Virtual Education

The metaverse transforms eLearning by providing immersive, interactive experiences that enhance engagement and retention of knowledge.
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

The irresistible marriage of AI and XR | Computer Weekly

The metaverse's prominence is declining as AI captures more attention and investment.
AI and its algorithms are foundational for the evolution of the metaverse.
fromWIRED
5 months ago
Cooking

The Election Was Even Weirder in VR

The metaverse reflects real-world political dynamics, marking a pronounced male bias and a preference for Trump among participants.
Remote teams
fromThe Conversation
5 months ago

Why the metaverse isn't ready to be the future of work just yet

The metaverse may revolutionize remote work by facilitating collaboration in virtual environments, countering the challenges posed by traditional telework models.
Miscellaneous
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Decentraland Launches Revamped Virtual World | HackerNoon

Decentraland's new desktop client enhances user experience, promising greater immersion, improved performance, and a commitment to user ownership in the metaverse.
Cryptocurrency
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Metaverses in Crypto & How to Profit from Them | HackerNoon

The Metaverse is a digital universe built on decentralized technology, allowing real-time interaction, ownership, and economic activities through avatars.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
1 week ago

The Metaverse In eLearning: A New Dimension Of Virtual Education

The metaverse transforms eLearning by providing immersive, interactive experiences that enhance engagement and retention of knowledge.
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

The irresistible marriage of AI and XR | Computer Weekly

The metaverse's prominence is declining as AI captures more attention and investment.
AI and its algorithms are foundational for the evolution of the metaverse.
fromWIRED
5 months ago
Cooking

The Election Was Even Weirder in VR

The metaverse reflects real-world political dynamics, marking a pronounced male bias and a preference for Trump among participants.
fromThe Conversation
5 months ago
Remote teams

Why the metaverse isn't ready to be the future of work just yet

The metaverse may revolutionize remote work by facilitating collaboration in virtual environments, countering the challenges posed by traditional telework models.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Miscellaneous

Decentraland Launches Revamped Virtual World | HackerNoon

Decentraland's new desktop client enhances user experience, promising greater immersion, improved performance, and a commitment to user ownership in the metaverse.
more#virtual-reality
#digital-fashion
fromHackernoon
4 weeks ago
Fashion & style

Global Designers Challenge Borders, Identity, And The Limits Of Physical Fashion At MVFW 2025 | HackerNoon

Metaverse Fashion Week 2025 emphasizes digital fashion as a transformative medium for storytelling and identity amidst significant shifts in the traditional fashion industry.
fromDigiday
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Walmart deepens its metaverse presence with new e-commerce experience selling physical goods on Zepeto

Walmart is expanding its presence in the metaverse with Zepeto's e-commerce launch, connecting virtual experiences to physical products.
fromHackernoon
4 weeks ago
Fashion & style

Global Designers Challenge Borders, Identity, And The Limits Of Physical Fashion At MVFW 2025 | HackerNoon

Metaverse Fashion Week 2025 emphasizes digital fashion as a transformative medium for storytelling and identity amidst significant shifts in the traditional fashion industry.
fromDigiday
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Walmart deepens its metaverse presence with new e-commerce experience selling physical goods on Zepeto

Walmart is expanding its presence in the metaverse with Zepeto's e-commerce launch, connecting virtual experiences to physical products.
more#digital-fashion
#napster
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Napster to become a music-marketing metaverse firm after $207M acquisition

Infinite Reality will transform Napster into a social music platform prioritizing fan engagement and artist monetization.
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago
Music production

Napster Acquired By Infinite Reality for $207 Million | Entrepreneur

Napster is transforming from a music streaming service to a virtual reality platform, creating new opportunities for artists in the metaverse.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Music production

Millennials' OG music service, Napster, is making a comeback

Napster enters a new phase in the metaverse with a $207 million acquisition by Infinite Reality, aiming to innovate music experiences.
fromEngadget
1 month ago
Music production

Napster just sold for $207 million

Napster was sold for $207 million, with plans to reinvent it for music experiences in the metaverse.
fromKotaku
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Napster's Corpse Sold To Metaverse Company For $200+ Million

Napster has been bought for $207 million by a 3D technology company to develop music spaces in the metaverse.
fromVulture
1 month ago
NYC startup

Napster Is Still Worth Over $200 Million? In 2025?

Napster was acquired for $207 million in 2025, signaling a new direction for the brand in the metaverse.
The focus will be on creating interactive music experiences such as virtual listening parties and concerts.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Napster to become a music-marketing metaverse firm after $207M acquisition

Infinite Reality will transform Napster into a social music platform prioritizing fan engagement and artist monetization.
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago
Music production

Napster Acquired By Infinite Reality for $207 Million | Entrepreneur

Napster is transforming from a music streaming service to a virtual reality platform, creating new opportunities for artists in the metaverse.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Music production

Millennials' OG music service, Napster, is making a comeback

Napster enters a new phase in the metaverse with a $207 million acquisition by Infinite Reality, aiming to innovate music experiences.
fromEngadget
1 month ago
Music production

Napster just sold for $207 million

Napster was sold for $207 million, with plans to reinvent it for music experiences in the metaverse.
fromKotaku
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Napster's Corpse Sold To Metaverse Company For $200+ Million

Napster has been bought for $207 million by a 3D technology company to develop music spaces in the metaverse.
fromVulture
1 month ago
NYC startup

Napster Is Still Worth Over $200 Million? In 2025?

Napster was acquired for $207 million in 2025, signaling a new direction for the brand in the metaverse.
The focus will be on creating interactive music experiences such as virtual listening parties and concerts.
more#napster
#technology-trends
fromAdweek
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Infographic: The Rapid Rise and Fall of the Metaverse

The excitement about the metaverse has waned, highlighting the need for brands to adopt more practical, consumer-driven approaches.
fromAdweek
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Infographic: The Rapid Rise and Fall of the Metaverse

The excitement about the metaverse has waned, highlighting the need for brands to adopt more practical, consumer-driven approaches.
more#technology-trends
#fortnite
fromGameSpot
1 month ago
Venture

Disney Teases Theme Park Integration With Disney X Fortnite Project

Disney's partnership with Epic Games aims to integrate theme park experiences with Fortnite gameplay.
A guest's experience at Disney parks may influence their Fortnite gameplay.
fromGameSpot
6 months ago
Video games

Disney Explains Why Its Fortnite Deal Is So Important -- "We Have To Adapt"

Disney plans to create a vibrant metaverse within Fortnite powered by user-generated content and interactive community experiences.
fromVentureBeat
4 months ago
Marketing

Gamefam closes year of growth with 5 of top 15 branded games on Roblox

Gamefam has exceeded 2.7 billion brand engagements in 2024, making it a leader in the metaverse media space.
fromThe Verge
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Snoop Dogg's Times Square concert showed the ambitious future of music in Fortnite

Snoop Dogg's collaboration with Fortnite signifies a deeper integration of music into the gaming metaverse, enhancing the player's experience beyond singular concerts.
fromVG247
6 months ago
Video games

Disney and Epic say they want their metaverse to give "what every Disney fan has ever wanted", but that won't include giving Mickey Mouse a gun

Disney and Epic Games are collaborating on a metaverse, but family-friendly characters won't engage in violence, preserving brand integrity.
fromPolygon
8 months ago
Video games

Fall Guys in Fortnite shows it was better off without the metaverse

Fall Guys from Mediatonic has evolved into a part of Fortnite, reflecting Fortnite's shift towards a metaverse platform.
Venture
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Disney Teases Theme Park Integration With Disney X Fortnite Project

Disney's partnership with Epic Games aims to integrate theme park experiences with Fortnite gameplay.
A guest's experience at Disney parks may influence their Fortnite gameplay.
fromGameSpot
6 months ago
Video games

Disney Explains Why Its Fortnite Deal Is So Important -- "We Have To Adapt"

Disney plans to create a vibrant metaverse within Fortnite powered by user-generated content and interactive community experiences.
fromVentureBeat
4 months ago
Marketing

Gamefam closes year of growth with 5 of top 15 branded games on Roblox

Gamefam has exceeded 2.7 billion brand engagements in 2024, making it a leader in the metaverse media space.
fromThe Verge
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Snoop Dogg's Times Square concert showed the ambitious future of music in Fortnite

Snoop Dogg's collaboration with Fortnite signifies a deeper integration of music into the gaming metaverse, enhancing the player's experience beyond singular concerts.
fromVG247
6 months ago
Video games

Disney and Epic say they want their metaverse to give "what every Disney fan has ever wanted", but that won't include giving Mickey Mouse a gun

Disney and Epic Games are collaborating on a metaverse, but family-friendly characters won't engage in violence, preserving brand integrity.
fromPolygon
8 months ago
Video games

Fall Guys in Fortnite shows it was better off without the metaverse

Fall Guys from Mediatonic has evolved into a part of Fortnite, reflecting Fortnite's shift towards a metaverse platform.
more#fortnite
#rockstar-games
Video games
fromGadgets 360
2 months ago

GTA 6 Could Reportedly Feature Fortnite-Style User-Generated Content

GTA 6 could become a major metaverse platform with customizable environments and creator collaborations.
fromDigiday
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Rockstar Games talks with top metaverse creators, with an eye on making "Grand Theft Auto" the next creator platform

GTA VI aims to evolve into a creator platform for user-generated content, partnering with popular creators.
The game's launch is set to redefine gaming by integrating custom creator experiences.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
2 months ago

GTA 6 Could Reportedly Feature Fortnite-Style User-Generated Content

GTA 6 could become a major metaverse platform with customizable environments and creator collaborations.
fromDigiday
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Rockstar Games talks with top metaverse creators, with an eye on making "Grand Theft Auto" the next creator platform

GTA VI aims to evolve into a creator platform for user-generated content, partnering with popular creators.
The game's launch is set to redefine gaming by integrating custom creator experiences.
more#rockstar-games
#web3
fromGadgets 360
6 months ago
Marketing

Lamborghini's Fast ForWorld to Bring Supercars to Metaverse Gaming

Lamborghini partners with Animoca Brands to launch its first blockchain-based platform, Fast ForWorld, for immersive marketing and digital engagement.
fromDigiday
8 months ago
Web design

How Adidas' avatar launch signals the brand's continued confidence in Web3

Adidas is advancing its Web3 strategy with the launch of avatars for NFT holders, reinforcing its investment in the metaverse.
fromForbes
3 months ago
Marketing

Gen Alpha Never Left The Metaverse, Marketers Did

Marketers are neglecting the growing digital metaverse where Gen Alpha actively engages, missing significant opportunities.
fromGadgets 360
6 months ago
Marketing

Lamborghini's Fast ForWorld to Bring Supercars to Metaverse Gaming

Lamborghini partners with Animoca Brands to launch its first blockchain-based platform, Fast ForWorld, for immersive marketing and digital engagement.
fromDigiday
8 months ago
Web design

How Adidas' avatar launch signals the brand's continued confidence in Web3

Adidas is advancing its Web3 strategy with the launch of avatars for NFT holders, reinforcing its investment in the metaverse.
fromForbes
3 months ago
Marketing

Gen Alpha Never Left The Metaverse, Marketers Did

Marketers are neglecting the growing digital metaverse where Gen Alpha actively engages, missing significant opportunities.
more#web3
fromComputerWeekly.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

WBBA sets out roadmap for next-generation broadband | Computer Weekly

Migration to all-fibre broadband networks is crucial for supporting the next generation of internet and metaverse applications.
Digital life
fromAcm
5 months ago

Ethics and Cultural Background as Key Factors for an Attractive Metaverse

The metaverse requires a balance of technology and culture for successful adoption.
fromThe Drum
5 months ago
Marketing

The NFL playbook to reach next-gen fans on Roblox with Nickelodeon's legendary characters

The NFL partnered with Nickelodeon and Gamefam to create the largest cross-game event on Roblox, effectively engaging Gen Z and Alpha fans.
Parenting
fromWIRED
5 months ago

Meta Horizon Worlds Has Been Taken Over by Children

The metaverse is becoming increasingly populated by children, driven by lower VR headset prices and expanding content for younger audiences.
#blockchain
fromCoindesk
7 months ago
Startup companies

The Sandbox's Largest Market for Creators Is Now India: Co-Founder Sebastien Borget

India leads globally in content creators for The Sandbox, with an increase driven by targeted growth strategies and local partnerships.
fromCoindesk
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Improbable, the Company Building Yuga Labs' Otherside, to Launch Somnia Blockchain DevNet Phase

Somnia blockchain claims over 400,000 TPS with low fees and sub-second latency, aiming to enhance metaverse applications.
fromCoindesk
7 months ago
Startup companies

The Sandbox's Largest Market for Creators Is Now India: Co-Founder Sebastien Borget

India leads globally in content creators for The Sandbox, with an increase driven by targeted growth strategies and local partnerships.
fromCoindesk
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Improbable, the Company Building Yuga Labs' Otherside, to Launch Somnia Blockchain DevNet Phase

Somnia blockchain claims over 400,000 TPS with low fees and sub-second latency, aiming to enhance metaverse applications.
more#blockchain
fromThe Verge
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Epic's ambitious digital asset shop is now open

Epic Games' Fab marketplace streamlines asset acquisition for developers and supports a vision for an interoperable metaverse.
#technology
fromFuturism
9 months ago
Wearables

The Author of "The Metaverse: And How it Will Revolutionize Everything" Is Changing the Title After It Was Published

The metaverse is transitioning from a hype phase to a focus on artificial intelligence.
fromToucharcade
6 months ago
Video games

Terrorizing Pasadena - The TouchArcade Show #604

Discussion centers on new AR/VR technology and the evolution of the Metaverse in the current digital landscape.
fromFuturism
9 months ago
Wearables

The Author of "The Metaverse: And How it Will Revolutionize Everything" Is Changing the Title After It Was Published

The metaverse is transitioning from a hype phase to a focus on artificial intelligence.
fromToucharcade
6 months ago
Video games

Terrorizing Pasadena - The TouchArcade Show #604

Discussion centers on new AR/VR technology and the evolution of the Metaverse in the current digital landscape.
more#technology
fromWIRED
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Where Have All the Chief Metaverse Officers Gone?

The metaverse's recent deflation is seen as a correction, suggesting a more serious approach to digital commerce moving forward.
fromDigiday
6 months ago
Marketing

Unilever 'triples' its gaming investment: A Q&A with global head of sport and entertainment partnerships Willem Dinger

Unilever is cautiously increasing its gaming investments while assessing the potential for profit from this sector.
#mlb
Marketing
fromDigiday
6 months ago

Why live sports could be the 'killer app' of the metaverse and a new arena for big brands

Live sporting events in the metaverse could attract users and brands, enhancing engagement opportunities.
fromEngadget
7 months ago
San Francisco Giants

MLB's virtual ballpark returns for four regular-season games in September

MLB's virtual ballpark uses 3D technology for an interactive, engaging way to watch live baseball games.
Marketing
fromDigiday
6 months ago

Why live sports could be the 'killer app' of the metaverse and a new arena for big brands

Live sporting events in the metaverse could attract users and brands, enhancing engagement opportunities.
fromEngadget
7 months ago
San Francisco Giants

MLB's virtual ballpark returns for four regular-season games in September

MLB's virtual ballpark uses 3D technology for an interactive, engaging way to watch live baseball games.
more#mlb
Tech industry
fromFortune
6 months ago

Zuckerberg passes Bezos to become world's second-richest person

Mark Zuckerberg's investments in the metaverse and AI have significantly boosted his wealth, making him the second-richest person globally.
#mark-zuckerberg
fromTechCrunch
7 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Meta Connect 2024: Everything announced on AI, the metaverse, Quest headsets and more | TechCrunch

Meta Connect 2024 will unveil significant updates on AI and metaverse initiatives, emphasizing hardware and software innovations.
fromTechCrunch
7 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Meta Connect 2024: Everything announced on AI, the metaverse, Quest headsets and more | TechCrunch

Meta Connect 2024 will unveil significant updates on AI and metaverse initiatives, emphasizing hardware and software innovations.
more#mark-zuckerberg
fromTechCrunch
7 months ago
Wearables

Meta Connect 2024: How to watch the metaverse and generative AI event | TechCrunch

Meta Connect 2024 focuses on XR platforms, the metaverse, and Llama, showcasing new hardware like the Meta Quest 4.
Keynote accessible via multiple streaming platforms including Meta's own and YouTube.
Marketing
fromModern Retail
11 months ago

Walmart's 3D e-commerce platform Realm is the retailer's latest metaverse bet

Walmart Realm is a fantastical e-commerce platform by Walmart designed as a digital shopping mall with virtual stores and immersive experiences.
fromDigiday
11 months ago
Marketing

Why The Voice is investing in a cross-platform metaverse strategy

The Voice expands into the metaverse to enhance fan engagement and leverage brand presence without the need for regional partners.
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