Blockchain Business Applications and the Metaverse
A special issue of Journal of Theoretical and Applied Electronic Commerce Research (ISSN 0718-1876).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 May 2025 | Viewed by 921
Special Issue Editor
2. UQ Business School, University of Queensland, Brisbane 4072, Australia
Interests: portfolio optimization; market risk; dependence modelling; copulas; pairs trading
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue, “Blockchain Business Applications and the Metaverse”, delves into the transformative potential of blockchain technology and its synergy with the burgeoning metaverse. This collection of articles offers a comprehensive exploration of how blockchain is revolutionizing various business sectors by enhancing transparency, security, and efficiency. The integration of blockchain with the metaverse—a fully immersive digital universe—presents unprecedented opportunities for innovation across industries such as finance, real estate, healthcare, non-for-profit, entertainment, and supply chain management.
Contributors to this issue provide insightful analyses and case studies demonstrating how decentralized ledgers are being employed to create trustworthy virtual environments, facilitate seamless digital asset transactions, and establish decentralized governance models. The fusion of these technologies promises to redefine user interactions, digital ownership, and the overall economic landscape.
Furthermore, this issue examines the challenges and regulatory considerations that accompany these advancements, providing a balanced perspective on the potential pitfalls and strategies for mitigation. By presenting cutting-edge research and expert opinions, “Blockchain Business Applications and the Metaverse” aims to inform and inspire stakeholders, paving the way for innovative applications that could reshape the future of digital business and virtual experiences.
Dr. Rand Low
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- blockchain
- metaverse
- cryptocurrency
- Ethereum
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