The tech industry's 'metaverse' fad is a load of bollocks
The tech industry is ablaze with discussions about the metaverse this week, and even Microsoft has been getting in on the action. But is it all a load of bollocks? Why yes, yes it is.
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The tech industry is ablaze with discussions about the metaverse this week, and even Microsoft has been getting in on the action. But is it all a load of bollocks? Why yes, yes it is.
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