Discovering the Future of the Metaverse at Istanbul Blockchain Week 2023

GoArt
4 min readSep 3, 2023

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Time Travellers,

Ever wondered what the future of the Metaverse looks like? At Istanbul Blockchain Week, GoArt didn’t just showcase it — we lived it. From captivating speeches to an adrenaline-charged VR display, let’s dive into our unforgettable journey.

GoArt Metaverse’s Kiosk

We’ve built an inviting space design to reflect our design ques with our friends from GoArt walking every visitor through GoArt. We’ve informed everyone about what’s on offer and our plans in motion with a VR display. Here visitors had the chance to experience GoArt firsthand and its immersive spaces. The exhibition area was a bustling hub of activity, with numerous blockchain startups showcasing their innovative solutions. We attracted significant attention with our unique approach to Metaverse. We had a great time getting closer to our community and networking with Web3 enthusiasts, developers, and ecosystem contributors paving the way for future partnerships and collaborations.

On the second day of the event, our Founder & CEO Burak Soylu and our CSO Ilker Selim Zorluoglu gave captivating speeches, talking about the state of the metaverse and how it is still alive as opposed to popular belief.

Unveiling the Vision: Insights from GoArt’s Leaders

When our Founder & CEO, Burak Soylu, and CSO, Ilker Selim Zorluoglu, took to the stage, attendees were offered a masterclass on the future of the Metaverse.

Burak Soylu: Crafting a Holistic Metaverse

With “Beyond the Hype: Crafting a Sustainable Metaverse”, Burak Soylu embarked on a journey into the Metaverse’s complex landscape. He touched upon common pitfalls, warning of scam initiatives, and the effects of unchecked hype.

Delving deep into GoArt’s strategy, Soylu outlined a vision encapsulating three sectors: tourism, sports, and gaming.

In tourism, he painted a vivid picture of users wandering through Turkey’s majestic historical sites, all within the Metaverse. This isn’t just about exploring landmarks but experiencing history and culture in its immersive entirety.

Switching gears to sports, a passionate recount of GoArt’s collaboration with the Türkiye Futbol Federasyonu, especially after the February 6th earthquake, highlighted our commitment to social responsibility. Soylu emphasized how sports, with its unparalleled reach, could be the bridge connecting diverse communities in the Metaverse.

The narrative further spotlighted GoArt Metaverse’s diverse collaborations, ranging from banking giants like Halkbank and VakıfBank to the thriving e-commerce sector with Trendyol Group. These partnerships, Soylu stated, were not just about expansion but crafting an interconnected Metaverse ecosystem.

He then revealed astonishing figures from the Turkish gaming markets and extended an open invitation for collaborations with game developers.

Ilker Selim Zorluoglu: The Gaming Metamorphosis

Ilker’s discourse began with a history lesson, tracing gaming’s evolution from mere entertainment to immersive experiences in the Web3 era. Integrating personal data with identity and wallet systems wasn’t just about security but reshaping gaming’s essence.

A profound moment was Ilker’s projection of the sports sector as the vanguard of this revolutionary shift. Drawing parallels from history, he stressed how every major technological shift was spearheaded by a unifying medium. For the Metaverse, it would be sports.

His assertion that both companies and users share a pioneering spirit set the stage for the future. This wasn’t just about gaming but charting uncharted territories of digital landscapes. His insights left the audience with a lingering thought: In a world rapidly evolving, the boundaries between gaming, entertainment, and real-life experiences are blurring.

Looking Ahead

Our time at Istanbul Blockchain Week was not just an event but a testament to our commitment to the Metaverse’s future. As we gear up for more such experiences, join us in this journey. Share your thoughts, become a part of the GoArt community, and let’s shape the future together!

About GoArt Metaverse

GoArt functions as the exclusive gateway into the metaverse for users and businesses wishing to design, utilize, and engage through an immersive virtual experience. Our goal is to offer a rich, well-crafted retail experience in the metaverse that can only be found via time portals, complemented with augmented reality technology. Once passing through portals, visitors may pay a visit to historic locations, virtual worlds of the future, brand stores, and events. The app’s virtual historic locations also allow users to collect MTE tokens, which they can easily swap into MATIC.

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