The Future is now

The pandemic held the New Year's Eve mood hostage, there was no thought of a lavish party and gigantic fireworks - if it hadn't been for an American real estate company advertising an unusual event. Fancy a party in New York's Times Square from the comfort of your own home? The famous square was virtually recreated on the Metaverse platform Decentraland. With a VIP pass, visitors could even watch the fireworks from a skyscraper lounge and greet the New Year with other avatars from around the world.