Zaika Santos

Zaika Santos is an expert in emerging technologies, a data scientist, and a digital curator who has been vocal about the metaverse's potential and challenges. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the metaverse as a complex concept that encompasses virtual reality, the Internet of Things, and blockchain, rather than a fleeting trend. Santos critiques the immediate expectations society has toward immersive technologies, asserting that while the initial hype around the metaverse has waned, it is not dead; instead, it is evolving and finding practical applications in various industries.