Meta’s Metaverse Gamble: Are We Building a Digital Empire or a House of Cards? Let’s start with a question that’s been echoing through boardrooms and coffee shops alike: What if the next version of the internet isn’t something you browse, but something you step into? Billions Lost, Worlds Unbuilt: The Metaverse’s Rocky Road to Redemption Welcome to the world of the metaverse , Meta’s $60-billion-and-counting bet on a future where virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) blend with our daily lives. It’s the brainchild of Mark Zuckerberg, who’s so convinced of its potential that he renamed his entire company after it in 2021. But here’s the twist: while the vision is dazzling, the path there is littered with financial potholes, layoffs, and a hefty dose of real-world economics. The Metaverse: A Digital Gold Rush or a Mirage? Imagine if you could slip on a pair of glasses and instantly teleport to a virtual office, a concert, or even a beach in Bali - all while ...