One of the major aspects of blockchain technology is its interoperability, meaning that items acquired on the blockchain can be used across multiple platforms and applications. The metaverse refers to interconnected platforms where users can interact with digital and physical products and IPs all in one place. While the metaverse depicted in Ready Player One might still be years away, with the advent of blockchain technology, we’re getting closer every day.

Fortunately, the metaverse is our collective creation, so we can avoid the dystopian elements of Ready Player One by focusing our energy on creating a metaverse that’s fun, accessible and for the benefit of all participants.