BUILDING THE FUTURE: BLOCKCHAIN AND UNITY IN THE METAVERSE
Keywords:
Blockchain, Metaverse, Decentralization, Digital Ownership, Virtual Reality Interoperability, UnityAbstract
The convergence of blockchain technology and the metaverse is transforming digital interactions, economies, and identities. This paper explores how blockchain can support the infrastructure of the metaverse, enhancing security, decentralization, and interoperability. It delves into key applications such as digital ownership, decentralized finance, and virtual reality ecosystems, analyzing current implementations and future potentials. By examining real-world examples, including Unity-based projects, this research provides insights into the opportunities and challenges faced by integrating blockchain into the metaverse, ultimately highlighting the potential to create more secure, immersive, and economically viable virtual environments.
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