# metaverse Projects at AI Tinkerers

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Deploy the next-generation internet: a persistent, 3D-enabled digital space merging physical and virtual worlds via VR, AR, and blockchain technology.

The metaverse is an emerging, persistent, collective virtual world, representing the next iteration of the internet. It relies on a convergence of core technologies: Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and blockchain for secure asset ownership and interoperability. Major industry players like Meta (formerly Facebook) have signaled commitment with substantial investments, including a reported $10 billion in development. This digital ecosystem is projected to generate up to $5 trillion in value by 2030 (McKinsey research). Platforms like Decentraland and The Sandbox already allow users to buy virtual land (LAND) and monetize digital assets (NFTs), facilitating real-time social connection, commerce, and work beyond simple screen browsing.

- Official technology site: https://www.mckinsey.com/what-is-the-metaverse
- Public AI Tinkerers demos and talks: 1
- Result page: 1 of 1

## Recent Public Talks and Demos

### [New likeness capture and transfer models - starting with a new way to use gifs!](https://sf.aitinkerers.org/talks/rsvp_oIjYWYQAaQo)

StyleOf's new likeness capture and transfer model and pipeline is tuned for pure fun. First application of this is GifStar where you can upload a single photo and see yourself (and friends) in your favorite gifs!

- Event context: AI Tinkerers - San Francisco - August 2024 Meetup — 2024-08-22 — San Francisco
- Public talk page: https://sf.aitinkerers.org/talks/rsvp_oIjYWYQAaQo

## Related Technologies

- [GIF](https://aitinkerers.org/technologies/gif) ([Markdown](https://aitinkerers.org/technologies/gif.md)) — 1 public demo
- [GifStar](https://aitinkerers.org/technologies/gifstar) ([Markdown](https://aitinkerers.org/technologies/gifstar.md)) — 1 public demo
- [StyleOf](https://aitinkerers.org/technologies/styleof) ([Markdown](https://aitinkerers.org/technologies/styleof.md)) — 1 public demo