Some say it's the next breakthrough technology, while others regard it as a techno-dystopian nightmare. Yes, it is the metaverse, a term first coined in science fiction, is a combination of the prefix "meta," meaning beyond, and the word "universe." It became a buzzword after Facebook changed its name to "Meta." However, most people are still trying to understand what it is and whether the futuristic technological concept is something they should take seriously. Are you ready to embrace a future with the "metaverse?"

Directors: Hong Yang, Xi Yufan, Guan Shi

Videographers & technicians: CGTN Livestream Team

Producer: Li Xiang

Chief editor: Wen Yaru

Supervisor: Zhang Shilei