Is the Metaverse dead for doing business ? š
Today's Agenda...
- Discover our Top 3 corporate web3 Influencers on Linkedin š
- Our summary of the highlights of 4 speeches by Yat Siu, Animoca Brand's chairman šļø
ā° Reading Time: 4 min
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Our Top 3 corporate web3 Influencers on Linkedin
Staying updated with industry trends and insights is paramount for aspiring leaders and seasoned professionals alike. Among the vast sea of voices, certain individuals stand out as pioneers, shaping the discourse and driving innovation forward. Join us as we spotlight the top 3 corporate web3 influencers on LinkedIn, whose visionary leadership and impactful contributions are reshaping the future of decentralized technologies.
1- Marc Baumann (marketing)
With over 6 years' professional experience in web3 marketing, Marc is one of the most followed web3 influencers with daily high-value content.
His niche: how brands can benefit from web3.
What's his thing ?
Marc produces a number of highly relevant case studies of brands that have embarked on web3 strategies, such as Gucci, Starbucks, FIAT, Nike, etc.
Number of Linkedin followers : 32 K
Number of newsletter subscribers : 9 K
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2-Aram Mughalyan (finance)
Aram is probably the Linkedin web3 influencer with the most š reactions, because he uses humor to get across strong messages, mainly on the subjects of funding and investors. He uses a lot of short videos or photos that always illustrate the point perfectly.
What's his thing ?
Aram regularly publishes posts in which he makes available highly specialized and therefore very useful lists: top 300 web3 VCs, top 400 US VCs, top 1000+ accelerators, etc. Just scroll back through his posts to find them.
- Number of Linkedin followers : 42 K
- Aramās Linkedin profile
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3- Thomas Pan (growth)
Thomas publishes content that's always closely linked to web3 news and his area of expertise: growth. He has over ten years' expertise in this field, with stints in some of Silicon Valley's biggest start-ups.
His newsletter, which we recommend in Substack, is really of a very high quality and well worth reading, as the subjects are always tackled with great precision.
What's his thing ?
We enjoy following Thomas' content because he never tries to overplay his hand or create polemics to gain an audience.
Number of Linkedin followers : 9 K
Number of newsletter subscribers : 5 K
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Is the Metaverse dead for doing business?
We examined four interviews and speeches by Yat Siu, a prominent figure from the unicorn company Animoca Brands, to explore his deep conviction in a bright future for the Metaverse.
1- Economic scale and growth of the Metaverse
Yat Siu reveals that the Metaverse has generated over $30 billion in economic activity in just one year, a figure that surpasses the GDP of countries like Cyprus and Iceland. Additionally, it maintains financial reserves comparable to New Zealand's, highlighting its viability as an economic entity. These statistics are not just impressive but indicative of the Metaverseās potential to sustain significant economic transactions and opportunities.
2- Key lessons
- Explore Economic Opportunities: The Metaverseās substantial economy suggests vast opportunities for businesses to engage. Thatās why a lot a web2 brands continue to invest time and money.
- Promote Financial Inclusion: The decentralized nature of the Metaverseās economy allows for the inclusion of individuals typically excluded from traditional financial systems. As a brand, fostering initiatives that promote inclusivity can not only expand your market but also enhance corporate social responsibility.
3- Back to basics
- Leverage Decentralization: Donāt forget to embrace the decentralized financial systems enabled by blockchain to enhance transparency. This approach can provide your users with secure and equitable participation in the economic activities within your platforms.
- Cultivate Community Ownership: Implement systems that allow users to own a stake in the platforms they use, aligning user incentives with those of the platform. This strategy can increase user engagement and loyalty, essential factors for sustaining growth in competitive digital environments.
4- Anecdotes
- Yat Siu shares his journey of discovering the potential of the digital world through early interactions with technology like Atari. This personal connection to digital innovation shaped his vision for Animoca Brands and his approach to the Metaverse.
- He reflects on the initial skepticism about the economic viability of the Metaverse and how its growth has surpassed expectations, serving as a testament to the potential of innovative digital economies.
5- Strategic considerations for long-term growth
- Innovate Constantly: Stay ahead of technological advancements to leverage new tools and platforms that can integrate into the Metaverse, enhancing your businessās offerings.
- Regulatory Navigation: Be proactive in understanding and shaping regulatory discussions around digital property and blockchain technology to ensure your business remains compliant and influential in policy development.
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What is your opinion about Metaverse business?
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Sources used for this article :
https://youtu.be/F5J1oP-Dd6I
https://youtu.be/IPvR43dRmRY
https://youtu.be/GAm5jSxMdNQ
https://youtu.be/f4VXXNKCOZk
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