The term Metaverse has become one of the hottest buzzwords in tech in recent months. Some of the large tech companies have invested billions in pursuing their vision for the Metaverse, but at this stage it's hard to separate what's hype vs. real.

To help separate fact from fiction and to understand the latest trends in this space, we've teamed up with Remagine Ventures to delve into the Metaverse. Joined by a panel of Metaverse, Web3 and disruptive technology experts, we'll discuss why the Metaverse matters, where we are now and how investors, startups and brands can capitalise on the opportunities it presents.

Hear from industry experts who will focus on the areas of explosive growth in the Metaverse over our three panels:

Brands and businesses in the Metaverse

How and when will consumers interact with the Metaverse for their diverse digital needs, ranging from ecommerce, entertainment, job hunting and more?

Speakers:

• Eze Vidra, Managing Partner, Remagine Ventures 
• Leanne Elliott-Young, Founder, Institute of Digital Fashion 
• Esther O’Callaghan OBE, Founder & CEO, Hundo 
• Vabyanti Endrojono-Ellis, New Business & Ventures, Warner Music Group   
• Lorne Sugarman, CEO, Metaverse Group 

Money in the Metaverse

How can the Metaverse create, store, transact, protect and manage digital currency and offer ownership of digital goods.

Speakers:

• Alex Batlin, Managing Director, Bitpanda Custody 
• Nathalie Oestmann, Chief Operating Officer, Outlier Ventures
• Samuel Huber, Founder and CEO, Landvault

Gaming, the first frontier of the Metaverse

How immersive, interactive real-time connections will create new consumer experiences.

Speakers:

• Kevin Baxpheler, Remagine Ventures, Managing Partner 
• Cherry Freeman. Founder & Partner, Hiro Capital 
• Jack Everitt, Founder, THNDR Games
• Simon Barratt, CEO/Co-founder, Cooperative Innovations