Deep DiveEbook: Building Blocks of the Metaverse Coresight Research September 5, 2022 Reasons to ReadOur Building Blocks of the Metaverse Ebook explores eight core technological components of the retail metaverse and present important details for retailers to know in establishing a presence and operating in the virtual space. This ebook covers the following topics: Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) Blockchain Immersive technologies (such as AR and VR) 5G Cryptocurrencies Payments IoT and digital twins Artificial intelligence (AI) We also provide a primer on the concept of the metaverse and the emerging opportunity it presents in retail, plus a glossary of key terms. Coresight Research has identified the expanding metaverse as a key trend to watch in retail and a component trend of Coresight Research’s RESET framework for change. Click here to read more coverage of the metaverse. Read other Coresight Research ebooks: US Travel Recovery Reshaping Supply Chains for the 2020s Retail Reimagined Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Earnings Insights 1Q25, Week 6: Costco Wholesale, Deckers Outdoor and Ulta Beauty Report Growth While Department Stores Face Challenges—InfographicChinese New Year 2026: Four Trends To Expect for the Year of the HorseRedefining Global Sourcing: What a US–India Trade Deal Means for Retailers and ManufacturersEconomic Optimism at Five-Month Low; Holiday Shopping Slows: US Consumer Survey Insights