Dubai International Financial Centre launches metaverse platform
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The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has launched the DIFC Metaverse Platform, which is a part of the DIFC's strategy to focus on and push Dubai as a global metaverse leader. This also is in line with the Dubai Higher Committee for Future Technology and Digital Economy’s.
Aligned with the Dubai Metaverse Strategy, the push is towards adding $4 billion to the GDP of Dubai, and supporting over 40,000 virtual jobs by 2030. It also aims to attract over 1,000 companies that are specialised in blockchain and metaverse technology.This platform consists of three key initiatives. It will have an accelerator programme with a dedicated physical studio for metaverse technology which will look to promote the development of a creator community and venture building. The accelerator programme is set to launch soon.
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