ABOUT THIS BOOKThe metaverse offers a new way of interacting with the world via immersive and interactive technologies. It has the potential to change the way we learn, work and play. 3D modelling, artificial intelligence, virtual, augmented, extended and mixed reality (VR/AR/XR/MR), the Internet of Things (IoT), Web 3.0, 5G and 6G communication, digital twins and simulation technologies, edge and cloud computing, blockchain and cybersecurity are seen as the key enabling and supporting technologies and tools for establishing the next generation metaverse environments. Industrial verticals are keen to embrace the flexible paradigm of the metaverse to be more resilient and relevant to their customers and consumers.