The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway How the Metaverse Might Actually Work — with Matthew Ball
Jul 28, 2022
Matthew Ball, a venture capitalist and author of "The Metaverse," dives into the transformative potential of the metaverse, examining who will thrive and who will struggle. He discusses groundbreaking applications of the technology in travel and defense. With his background at Amazon Studios, Matthew shares insights on the future of streaming, particularly Netflix's strategic edge amidst fierce competition. Listeners will find his perspectives on virtual goods and the evolving digital economy particularly enlightening.
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Metaverse Hype vs. Reality
- The metaverse has outpaced actual product development, causing confusion and concern.
- It shouldn't be seen as a complete internet overhaul, but rather a shift in technologies and behaviors.
Meta's Metaverse: Underwhelming
- Meta's metaverse investments, including Oculus and Horizon Worlds, haven't met expectations.
- Delays in AR headset releases further suggest the metaverse vision is still far off.
The Metaverse Leaders
- Companies like Epic Games and NVIDIA, focused on 3D simulation since the 90s, are well-positioned for the metaverse.
- Their early focus positions them for success in this evolving technological landscape.
