Boz To The Future The Future According to Matthew Ball
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Feb 15, 2024 The Future According to Matthew Ball: Epyllion CEO and author of The Metaverse joins Meta CTO Boz to discuss the evolution of the metaverse, advancements in technology, human connection, and virtual reality headsets like Quest 3 and Apple Vision Pro.
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Wildfire Fighter Turned Futurist
- Matthew Ball was a professional wildfire fighter living in wet conditions with limited internet access.
- Despite this, he spent decades focusing on future tech trends culminating in his focus on the metaverse.
Metaverse's Slow, Real Progress
- The metaverse's evolution is like the smartphone's, slowly maturing despite hype cycles.
- Meta's name change accelerated expectations, but real progress needs time and focus on products.
Horizon Worlds' Journey from Mockery
- Horizon Worlds was once a laughing stock but became a top 10 store title with an enthusiastic community.
- Early adopters and creators are foundational to ecosystem growth despite early challenges.