The Metaverse

A Future Prognosis

Athena @ Shaping Tomorrow

1 June 2025
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World Outlook
Main factors that cause something to happen globally
Cybersecurity professionals worldwide just need to address new challenges from metaverse cybercrime and blockchain vulnerabilities. Magazine
Deloitte's first Global Artificial Intelligence Simulation Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru will work on next-generation technology capabilities such as 5G, 6G, Internet of Things, Industrial Metaverse, space technology, physical robotics and Nanotechnology. The Week
As adoption increases, Layer 2 solutions will shape the future of decentralized finance, NFTs, and global digital transactions. Crypto Token Development
Global regions, coloured according to number of forecasts
SWOT
Strengths
  • In the coming years, we can expect more augmented reality features and stronger e-commerce integration, keeping TikTok at the forefront of innovation. Fishbat
  • The dominance of short-form videos across platforms like TikTok and LinkedIn and the immersive potential of augmented reality videos further highlight the versatility of video in modern marketing. Impress Video
  • Exciting opportunities for NFT-fi are emerging as the world of NFTs and the strength of decentralized finance combine. A3logics
Weaknesses
  • GISEC 2025 will tackle growing concerns about metaverse security and blockchain weaknesses. Magazine
  • A massive job increase in the virtual reality and augmented reality markets will result in a huge drop in unemployment rates all over the world. EarthWeb
  • Consistent international regulation is still in the early stages, and differing laws across countries could create friction in the global Metaverse. WoolyPooly
Opportunities
  • Regulatory risk is the first one: regulators all over the world are paying very close attention to tokens, NFTs, and digital asset exchanges for classification as securities, anti-money laundering rules, and consumer protection. JoyFreak
  • Immersive learning will redefine training experiences in 2025, as companies adopt extended reality (XR) technologies, including virtual reality and augmented reality, to create realistic and engaging training simulations. Aptara Corp - Home
  • Rise of immersive experiences: Augmented reality and virtual reality integration could transform how we interact with content on Facebook.
Threats
  • By 2025, sustainability will be a driving force behind NFT developments. TechYorker
  • With 82% of executives expecting metaverse plans to be part of their business activities within three years, there's no time to lose.
  • Whether Pudgy Penguins will truly become the Dogecoin of NFTs remains to be seen, but its performance in 2025 suggests it has the momentum and strategy to remain a significant force in the NFT landscape for years to come. NFT News Today
Influencers
Countries
Cities
People
Organizations
S-Curve

A framework that describes a 4-phase level of maturity to help determine potential and inform innovation strategy.

Weak
augmented reality, artificial intelligence, app, application, 3D, advertising
Emerging
augmented reality, blockchain, artificial intelligence, market, 5G, app
Maturing
market, digital, brand, company, asset, industry
Declining
market, reality, alien, asset, capital, chip
Sentiment
Past Year: More Positive
Compare changing sentiment to a benchmark of all forecasts
Cybersecurity professionals worldwide just need to address new challenges from metaverse cybercrime and blockchain vulnerabilities. Magazine
Imagine a world where game assets are seamlessly transferable between different metaverse platforms, fostering a vibrant marketplace for digital goods and experiences. 2025
PEST
Political
  • Japan and South Korea are investing heavily in metaverses and their friendlier business environments and regulations might give them an edge, while China enjoys the advantage of user base and funding.
  • 2024's hype cycles will center on NFTs enabling connectivity, creativity, and collective governance - moving beyond an isolated asset speculation mania toward meaningful utility fostering participation and ownership. CoinMarketCap
  • The issuance of F-NFTs could qualify as investment contracts under US securities legislation. OUP Academic
Economic
  • Analysts predict a 1000% price increase by mid-2025, driven by planned utility features like staking rewards and NFT integrations. Coinsprobe
  • The outlook for META stock in 2026 appears optimistic, driven by the widespread adoption of metaverses and advancements in VR solutions. LiteFinance
  • As advancements continue, the potential for NFTs expands, fostering a global landscape where creativity and commerce interconnect seamlessly. UMA Technology
Social
  • Defining Blockchain Success via NFT Marketing Dynamics Harnessing blockchain's potential involves implementing NFT marketing strategies near Texas that emphasize transparency and participation. NFT Marketing Strategies
  • By regional distribution, North America is expected to maintain its clear lead over other regions for metaverse adoption. Coingeek
  • By 2025, smart wearables will integrate seamlessly into our lives, offering advanced health monitoring, productivity tools, and augmented reality features. TechDaring.com
Technological
  • NFTs will transform from nascent concepts into mainstays in digital art and assets by 2025, marking a remarkable evolution in the NFT ecosystem. NFT Marketing Strategies
  • In 2025, mastering NFT audience engagement through digital platforms will be pivotal for project launches. NFT Marketing Strategies
  • In 2025, leveraging cutting-edge digital collectibles marketing techniques will be imperative for NFT project success. NFT Marketing Strategies
Financial Impact
FINRA cited current estimates that around 37.6 million users spend $28 billion a year in metaverse platforms, with economic growth projected to reach $5 trillion by 2030. Global Fintech & Digital Assets Blog
The metaverse economy could reach $5 trillion by 2030, driven by an increasing number of digital experiences and substantial investments. Coinfomania
With a projected value of US$ 5 Trillion by 2030, and with 79% of consumers active on the Metaverse making a purchase, it's impossible to ignore. GfK
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System Map
Organizations
Sectors
Cities
Countries
People
Scenarios
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In 2025, the coffee experience will transcend the physical realm, thanks to augmented reality (AR) innovations that will immerse consumers in a world of discovery. Cyrus Ramsey
Virtual classrooms, augmented reality, and virtual reality tools will enable immersive learning experiences, breaking down geographical barriers and fostering collaboration among students from different parts of the world. Blogger
Given the proliferation of smart devices and lower-than-ever barriers of entry in a global service economy, the war for attention in the digital world has only just begun, and metaverse experiences, despite their 3D realistic nature, will compete for digital mindshare. MIT OpenCourseWare
Warnings
Changing proportion of published forecasts
Morgan Stanley is warning investors that the cryptocurrency collapse that is happening right now could spread to other areas, such as NFTs and digital real estate. Remtimes
The FBI is warning about fraudsters posing as Non-Fungible Token developers to deceive NFT enthusiasts and steal their cryptocurrency and NFT assets. Cyber Fusion Center | Threat Intelligence Solution Comp
Solutions
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Imagine a world where screen technology transitions from handheld devices to wearable glasses, leveraging augmented reality, virtual reality, and extended reality (XR) for an immersive experience. Capacity Media
Universities are like deer in the headlights in the face of an artificial intelligence revolution that will transform their world, while they may also need to consider creating metaverse campuses as AI brings personalised learning at scale. Times Higher Education (THE)
The Government of Dubai launched its Dubai Metaverse Strategy with the aim of becoming one of the world's top 10 metaverse economies by 2030. demandsage
Key topics
Extremes
Investigate what’s transforming or collapsing
Ultimately, the data from Spexi and the LayerDrone Foundation could enable better real-world gaming, metaverse, urban planning, emergency response and autonomous vehicle applications. VentureBeat
Virtual spaces as common as social networks, X, Instagram, or Facebook, could ultimately be interpreted as metaverses, insofar as they are persistent digital universes where people live and interact with each other.
What's Next
Changing proportion of material mentioning future years
The hard evidence of consumer adoption or engagement will likely emerge over the next three years when and if the metaverse-enabling technologies mature, Global Data anticipates. FoodNavigator.com
The number of virtual reality devices, augmented reality (AR) devices and intelligent autonomous vehicles are expected to rapidly increase in the next decade, leading to a substantial growth in global data traffic 1, 2. Nature
Questions
Can?
Virtual reality and augmented reality (AR) technologies can provide immersive and interactive learning experiences for students Teacher Strategies
Can Augmented Reality Really Revolutionise Dating Apps? Global Dating Insights
How can augmented reality improve wayfinding and reduce navigation errors in complex urban transit environments? Topic Suggestions
How?
How Are the Key Segments of the Augmented Reality Software and Services Market Driving Opportunities and Innovations? Latest Global Market Insights
What does eXtended Reality (XR) mean and how does it relate to virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality (MR)? Arm Newsroom
How does Augmented Reality differ from Virtual Reality? TechResearchs
Who?
Who are the leading competitors in the augmented reality in marketing market? Good PR News - Global Free Press Release Submissions Si
Who are the key players in the Global Augmented Reality in Automotive Market? Blogger
Who is the largest key player in the Global Augmented Reality in Automotive Market Growth? Blogger
What?
What trends are driving the growth of NFT marketplaces? ONthecommons
What is the future of augmented reality careers? CVzen
What are the most common job roles in augmented reality? CVzen
When?
How can NFT bridges address the scalability challenges associated with high-volume transactions and network congestion, especially when dealing with large-scale NFT collections? The Shib Daily - Latest News & Trends On Shiba Inu & Sh
What happens when virtual and augmented reality meets social media? Statista
When - and in what key industries - will 5G and augmented reality's promise show? Buzzsprout
Will?
Will LLM optimization become more relevant for technologies like voice-assistants or augmented reality? Morningscore
Will Augmented Reality finally reach its potential? Gamification Nation
AI, cloud, and metaverse investments could shape the next decade of Tencent's business, but will they be enough to counter regulation and competition? Reinout te Brake | Gaming Strategy, Innovation & the Fu
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