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Mark Zuckerberg Might Lead the Metaverse — Here’s What I Think About It
I’ve been watching the rise of the metaverse with curiosity—and let’s be honest, a bit of skepticism. But when I read that over 5 billion people are projected to enter the metaverse by 2030, I realized something big is happening. And at the center of it all? Mark Zuckerberg.
As the CEO of Meta (formerly Facebook), Zuckerberg has poured billions into building what he calls the “future of the internet.” I’ve seen critics call it overhyped, even dystopian—but I’ve also seen the potential. Virtual reality, digital identities, immersive worlds—it’s not science fiction anymore. It’s happening, fast.
I think what fascinates me most is how Zuckerberg isn’t just building platforms. He’s trying to shape culture, commerce, and even community inside this virtual space. If 5 billion people really do show up in the metaverse, we’re talking about him potentially becoming the most influential figure in the digital realm.
But here’s where I start asking questions: Who controls the rules? What about privacy, freedom, or identity? I don’t know about you, but I’m not comfortable with a single company—or person—being the gatekeeper of a new digital reality.
That said, I’m not anti-tech. I actually find the metaverse kind of exciting. I can see the upside: remote work that feels less lonely, education that’s more immersive, and connections that cross borders like never before.
So yeah, Zuckerberg may be positioning himself as the virtual world’s first real “king.” But I believe we all have a say in how this future unfolds. The metaverse shouldn’t be just another playground for the powerful. It should be a space built with us, not just for us.
And I’ll definitely be watching closely—will you?
David Kim brings global stories to local audiences, reporting directly from the frontlines of international affairs and global change.
Specialty: Global Affairs, Conflict Zones, Economic Trends
Position: Foreign Affairs Correspondent
Experience: With 15+ years of on-the-ground reporting in over 30 countries, David Kim is a respected international journalist covering geopolitical events, economic shifts, and global crises. He’s worked with major broadcasters and delivers fact-checked, frontline reports with firsthand experience from conflict zones and international summits.
