• Aparna Singh
• Apurva Vinod Dhamande
• Laxita Takhar
• Vinod Todwal

The metaverse, an expansive digital universe encompassing augmented and virtual reality experiences, holds vast potential to revolutionize various facets of human interaction and industry. However, its widespread adoption is impeded by multifaceted challenges. This review paper explores the barriers hindering the metaverse's ubiquity, ranging from technological infrastructure limitations to privacy concerns and issues of accessibility. Additionally, it proposes potential solutions, including investments in infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, and inclusive design practices. Looking ahead, the metaverse presents a transformative trajectory, promising the convergence of realities, novel economic paradigms, and enhanced collaboration and education. This abstract sets the stage for an in-depth analysis of the hurdles facing the metaverse and offers insights into the promising future of this digital frontier.

Metaverse Augmented reality Virtual reality Digital universe Technological infrastructure High-speed internet Powerful computing devices Seamless, low-latency connections Cost and accessibility Virtual reality equipment Hardware Privacy and security concerns Data privacy Security Digital divide Inclusivity Content moderation Safety Investment in infrastructure Affordable and accessible hardware Regulatory frameworks Inclusive design practices Convergence of realities New economic paradigms Decentralized finance (DeFi) Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) Virtual economies Enhanced collaboration Education

"Barriers to Adoption and Future Outlook of Metaverse", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 5, page no.d150-d153, May-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2405315.pdf

"Barriers to Adoption and Future Outlook of Metaverse", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 5, page no. ppd150-d153, May-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2405315.pdf