Austin Forum on Tech & Society | Making the Metaverse Matter

Making the Metaverse Matter

Metaverse is not a new concept, but it is recently generating lots of buzz as new metaverse games and applications advance in hardware capabilities and software techniques to provide superior experiences. Gaming serves as a big driver, but we are also starting to see innovative applications in education, retail, healthcare, and more. Join us for a conversation with three leading metaverse experts—Amber Allen of Double A Labs, Hrish Lotlikar of Superworld, and Finn Staber of Chicken Waffle—discuss the current state and expected innovations and applications in metaverse technologies and uses. There will be ample time for audience questions, and then networking with the speakers and attendees. And, as always, one lucky in-person attendee will will a badge for SXSW 2024, at which there is sure to (again) be lots of programming about the metaverse!​

AGENDA:

• ​5:15-6:15 p.m. - Networking
• 6:15-7:30 p.m. - Presentation
• 7:30-7:45 p.m. - Q&A
• ​8:00 p.m. - Networking at Trifecta

COST: Free

REGISTRATION & ATTENDANCE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/making-the-metaverse-matter-tickets-600648715477?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

In-person: Join us at the Austin Central Library, 710 W. César Chávez St. Parking information can be found here. Per City of Austin orders, the Austin Public Library requires masks when indoors except when eating, drinking, or speaking/performing onstage. In-person attendees will also receive all the Zoom information in case for any reason you decide to attend virtually instead. Virtual attendance details can be found below.

In-person attendees, please join us from 5:15 to 6:15 for networking and food. We look forward to chatting with you face-to-face!

Online via Zoom: Once you register via Eventbrite, you will receive the direct Zoom link on the confirmation page, and in your confirmation email. You will also receive the Zoom link in an email from Eventbrite two days before the event and at the event start time. By registering you will also gain access to the Eventbrite Online Event Page, which will be accessible on this page at any time for anyone who is registered. Once registered, you will see an "Access link" button in the Location area to the right. You must be logged in to Eventbrite to access this link.