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Into the metaverse: Riding the new tech wave in Asia

Cities and companies in Asia are vying to ride a new tech wave worth an estimated $1.1 trillion by 2024. PHOTO: ISTOCKPHOTO
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SEOUL - In the new digital world dubbed the metaverse, you can do everything you do in real life and more - as an avatar.

From gaming and shopping to socialising, going on vacations, and even buying land, you can do it all from the comfort of your home, donning virtual reality (VR) headsets for the ultimate experience.

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