Shaping the next generation of virtual world : science for policy event

Next generation virtual worlds present a strong, multifaceted potential that also need to be analysed in light of the challenges they may pose along societal, technological, and economic and policy dimensions. To dive deeper into the EU's strategic approach to immersive technologies, the Joint Research Center organised the 'Shaping the Next Generation Virtual Worlds - Science for Policy (online) event', gathering experts and policymakers to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange to navigate the socio-economic and technological landscapes of virtual worlds. Key discussions addressed the role of research in policy, the socio-economic implications of virtual worlds, and the EU's actions to support new business models and applications in virtual environments.