Humane Metaverse

The book “Humane Metaverse, Reflections on Self, Education, Organizations and Society” is in the process of being published. The volume has been edited by the Director of HTLab, Giuseppe Riva, and Professor Daniela Villani, and will be published by the University Cattolica's publishing house, Vita & Pensiero.

The Metaverse, an emerging digital universe blurring the lines between reality and virtuality, offers a view into a future where human interaction transcends physical boundaries. In this book, we analyze the multidimensional facets of the Metaverse, scrutinizing the landscape of challenges and opportunities it offers. The book delves into the challenges faced by the human society in adapting to the Metaverse, including the digital divide, ethical dilemmas, the level of trust, and the potential erosion of social and physical reality. Amidst the allure of boundless creativity, questions arise about the very essence of human experience – identity, empathy, social relationships, life satisfaction and the nature of reality itself. The Metaverse, with all its complexities, challenges us to redefine the boundaries of human interaction, urging us to tread cautiously while embracing the limitless possibilities it presents. As we venture “Towards a Humane Metaverse”, we must navigate the intricate interplay of technology and humanity, shaping a future where the virtual realm enhances, rather than diminishes, the richness of the human experience.