In June 2024, HSBC Holding plc plans to utilize the metaverse so as to source businesses from India’s wealthy diaspora.
In May 2024, the metaverse platform of ZF Group was launched in India for the purpose of recruiting and engaging employees. The ZF Employer Branding Metaverse is rich and engaging, enabling potential job seekers and employees to view and interact with the products, explore career opportunities and participate in events in a virtual setting.
In March 2024, a US-based technology company Meta expanded its partnered with LG Electronics in order to develop LG's XR business. LG Electronics intends to leverage its strengths in content, products, services, and applications to enhance customer experience in the metaverse. This partnership allows LG Electronics to use Meta's technology with its own to upgrade XR devices and increase customer connectivity, enhancing customer experience in the metaverse and the overall virtual space.
In February 2024, The Walt Disney Company, which is an American global mass media conglomerate, partnered with Epic Games Inc., a move that saw Disney pour $1.5 billion to obtain a substantial stake in Epic Games. Disney intends to build a wide range of games and entertainment related to Fortnite. This collaboration aims at bringing popular Disney narratives and characters into the world of Fortnite, enhancing it with Unreal Engine to provide an unforgettable metaverse for gamers and enthusiasts.
In April 2024, Tanishq placed its new bridal line, ‘Romance of Polki’, in the 3D display areas on the metaverse, which showcased key items from the said collection and launched its wedding collection.
In April 2022, Ceat Limited, which is one of the largest tire companies in the Indian market, is developing its own Ceat Shoppe within the metaverse. The metaverse has additional e-commerce capabilities. Consumers and potential customers will have the opportunity to see 3D models of goods and make such orders in real-time.