EP.96: The Evolution of XR, AI, and the Metaverse with Charlie Fink
Jul 23, 2024
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Charlie Fink, writer for Forbes, discusses the evolution of XR, AI, and the metaverse. Topics include defining the metaverse, tech generations, future devices, and more. Dive into his career journey and insightful tech discussions.
The Metaverse is poised to revolutionize human experiences online, driven by XR, VR, and AI technologies.
Behavioral shifts in young internet users showcase the impact of immersion in virtual worlds on perception and interactions.
Deep dives
Emerging Trends in the Metaverse
The podcast delves into the rising prominence of the Metaverse as the next major technology platform, poised to revolutionize human experiences on the internet. Various companies, technologies, and trends driving this evolution are explored. The host interviews notable figures like Charlie Fink, who shares insights on the Metaverse's growth and potential impact.
Charlie Fink's Journey in the Industry
Charlie Fink reveals his journey, starting from art school to working on Hollywood films, eventually landing roles at Disney and AOL. His experiences in animation, film projects like 'Homeward Bound', and immersive simulation technology highlight his diverse career path. Fink's transition to writing about XR, VR, and the Metaverse adds depth to his intriguing industry insights.
Metaverse and Behavioral Shifts
Discussions encompass the behavioral shifts in young internet users, especially in virtual worlds like Roblox and Fortnite. The podcast reflects on how children's immersion in digital dimensions impacts their perceptions and online interactions. The generational influence on internet evolution and behavior hints at profound societal shifts caused by immersive technology.
Future Prospects with AI and Technology
The excitement around generative AI's potential to revolutionize content creation and enhance creative processes is highlighted. AI advancements like chat GPT are seen as transformative tools for writers, streamlining drafting processes and improving efficiency. Insights on AI's far-reaching impact across industries, from manufacturing to content creation, spark further exploration into technology's disruptive capabilities.
Welcome to Into the Metaverse, in this week’s episode, Yon welcomes Charlie Fink to the podcast. Charlie writes the weekly Forbes column "This Week in XR" and co-hosts its companion podcast. He is the author of the critically acclaimed AR-enabled books Charlie Fink’s Metaverse (2017), and Convergence, How The World Will Be Painted With Data (2019). His career spans impactful stops at Disney, AOL, American Greetings, and more.
During their conversation, Charlie gives Yon the overview of his career and how it led to his interest and writing on the metaverse, before the two dive into how to define the metaverse today, the different generations of tech each generation of humans have had to work with and its implications on them, the future of devices and hardware, and much more.
Yon will be appearing on Charlie’s podcast in the near future, so be on the lookout for that to get more of this riveting conversation!
Chapters
Charlie’s Career and Discovery of the Metaverse (00:25)
Defining the Metaverse for the Next Decade (15:03)