Emirates Flies Into the Metaverse With Airline NFTs - BitcoinEthereumNews.com
The United Arab Emirates national carrier has anounced that it will be launching collectible and utility-based NFTs, with the first project already underway. Sa isang anunsyo on April 14, Emirates stated that it will be launching NFTs and “exciting experiences in the Metaverse” for its customers and employees. Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum, Emirates Chairman and Chief Executive, said that the region was already a leader in the digital economy: “Dubai and the UAE are blazing the way in the digital economy, having a clear vision supported by practical policies and regulatory frameworks in areas such as virtual assets, artificial intelligence, and data protection.” Flying into the Metaverse The company also stated that its Emirates Pavilion at the Expo 2020 Dubai site will be repurposed into a center for inovation. It aims to attract global talent to “bring to life the airlines future-focused projects including those relating to the metaverse, NFTs, and Web3.” Emirates employed virtual reality (VR) technology on its website and app more than five years ago to offer travelers an immersive 3D view of aircraft interiors and onboard experiences. It was the first airline to launch its own VR app on the Oculus Store, showcasing interactive cabin interior experiences onboard its flagship A380 aircraft. The