RIYADH: The World Metaverse Council, a platform leading the dialogue for an equitable and inclusive life in the metaverse, has been announced as a strategic partner for the Metaverse Discovery and World Metaverse Awards taking place in Riyadh later this year, according to a statement.
The World Metaverse Council aims to encourage collaborations in an attempt to create a comprehensive and decentralized metaverse to maximize socioeconomic possibilities.
Hosted by the Crown Plaza RDC Hotel, The Metaverse Discovery event is set to take place on June 8. It is committed to taking organizations on an immersive journey to unlock their potential opportunities within the metaverse.
“As increasing numbers of organizations are embarking on their own metaverse journeys, new standards of excellence are continually being set,” said Chris Fountain, CEO of the organizing committee for Metaverse Discovery and the World Metaverse Awards.
He added: “We believe now is the time to recognize and reward excellence within the metaverse space and are excited to celebrate the best in global digital talent through the inaugural edition of the World Metaverse Awards.”
The World Metaverse Awards will showcase accomplishments of organizations across a wide range of categories including finance, smart cities, tourism and leisure, healthcare and retail, among others.
In addition, an individual award will be presented to honor the “World Metaverse Leader of the Year.”
The organizers of the event have chosen Riyadh as the host city for the awards given the Kingdom’s keenness to unlock the vast potential of the metaverse.
