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"Snow Crashing Into The Metaverse" from Imaginary Worlds
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
Exploring the Metaverse: From Fiction to Reality
This chapter delves into the metaverse concept, tracing its origins from Neal Stephenson's science fiction novel 'Snow Crash.' It highlights the novel's impact on technology development and how its imaginative themes have inspired real-world innovations. By examining the relationship between science fiction and technology, the chapter questions the motivations behind virtual experiences and how narratives shape our understanding of immersive technologies.
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