Into the Metaverse
EP.57: Into the Metaverse with Jonathan Pan - Head of Product, Store No. 8
Jul 5, 2023
Jonathan Pan, Head of Product at Store No. 8, discusses the practical metaverse, the role of emerging technologies in the metaverse, the advantages of Roblox's developer community, and his excitement for the next five years.
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Quick takeaways
- Pan defines the metaverse as virtual worlds, virtual items, and avatars, and emphasizes the importance of focusing on practical aspects rather than theoretical ideas.
- Pan highlights Roblox as the leader in the practical metaverse, with its platform allowing users to create virtual worlds, items, and experiences, and its integration of generative AI.
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Defining the Practical Metaverse
The guest, Jonathan Pan, defines the metaverse as virtual worlds, virtual items, and avatars. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on what is currently here and improving upon it rather than getting caught up in theoretical ideas. By using this practical definition, it becomes easier to discuss topics like virtual items and virtual worlds within companies and with partners. Pan notes that the theoretical metaverse often comes with baggage and confusion, so he prefers to stick to the practical aspects.
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