The Inclusive Metaverse Index
The metaverse is an emerging computing paradigm with the potential to revolutionise the human digital experience.
The current value of immersive technologies and the potential social and economic benefits of the metaverse are sizable, although by no means assured. Some leading forecasts suggest the metaverse economy could generate trillions of dollars through 2030 and beyond.
Economist Impact's Inclusive Metaverse Index, sponsored by Meta, aims to help unlock this value, by providing key stakeholders with a reliable diagnostic that maps the current landscape and flags areas of improvement.
What is the metaverse?
It’s a collective term for a vast interoperable network of immersive technologies. While there is currently no universally accepted definition, many overlap.
Core elements of an inclusive and responsible metaverse
The Inclusive Metaverse Index assesses the unique trajectory of each country, starting from the essential building blocks for a successful metaverse ecosystem.
Access
Access refers to the fundamental availability of underlying and key technologies and their affordability.
Engagement
Engagement comprises the relevance of the emerging metaverse ecosystem for users, as well as countries’ readiness to engage with it in a safe and secure manner.
As the metaverse ecosystem continues to develop, the Inclusive Metaverse Index will support countries in capturing value and driving progress.