THE METAVERSE: A REVIEW OF CONCEPTS, TECHNOLOGIES, APPLICATIONS, AND CHALLENGES (KEY IJP************089)

• Anjali Shaileshbhai Patel,Amitkumar Amrutbhai Patel,Gaurangkumar Jayantibhai Patel,Havaben Rameshbhai Patel

Abstract

The Metaverse represents the next frontier in digital interaction, merging virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and the internet into a persistent, immersive virtual space. This review explores the conceptual foundation of the Metaverse, the core technologies enabling its growth, current and potential applications, and the key technical, ethical, and social challenges it faces. As technological convergence accelerates, understanding the opportunities and pitfalls of the Metaverse becomes vital for academia, industry, and society.