Abstract
The Metaverse, an evolving concept that fuses physical reality with digital virtuality, offers a dynamic environment for exploration. This paper reports the panel discussion on the Metaverse and its potential implications for individuals and research. This discussion was held at the Digitization of the Individual (DOTI) workshop at the International Conference on Information Systems in December 2022. Four scientists who have researched virtual reality, immersiveness, and corresponding user behavior were invited to the panel discussion. The panelists offered their perspectives on the unique characteristics of the Metaverse, how it differs from earlier digital worlds, and the implications that the Metaverse will bring for individuals. This paper provides an introduction to the emerging phenomenon of “Metaverse” and summarizes the discussion and expert perspectives on the topic. Furthermore, this paper links the discussion to the ongoing discourse in the literature, setting the stage for further investigations by providing explicit research avenues and questions.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 32 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | Electronic Markets |
Volume | 34 |
Issue number | 1 |
Early online date | 10 May 2024 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Dec 2024 |
Scopus Subject Areas
- Economics and Econometrics
- Management of Technology and Innovation
- Marketing
- Business and International Management
- Computer Science Applications
User-Defined Keywords
- Metaverse
- Virtual reality
- Digitization of the Individual (DOTI)
- Research agenda
- Panel