In a world where Hollywood blockbusters and reality TV are still going strong, it’s easy to forget how we consume media is changing. Thanks largely to the rise of YouTube and Netflix, some of the most innovative entertainment technology trends of 2022 are happening right now. But what will these developments look like in the future? Here are the biggest media and entertainment technology trends to watch in 2022.
1. Artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence is a huge part of our lives, whether it’s advanced security tech foiling hackers or the simple ability to learn how to search for information by yourself. Just as we are using AI more and more in science, medicine, education, and beyond, we will continue to see it play a role in media and entertainment.
One area where artificial intelligence will begin making an impact is curation. By 2022, artificial intelligence will be able to take our viewing preferences and create a watch list for us. Another area where AI can assist us is online shopping. Imagine being able to use Amazon or Apple Store to shop by voice command, like “Show me romantic comedies.”
2. The metaverse
The metaverse will be a buzzword we’ll all be familiar with by 2022. According to the Virtual Reality Glossary, the metaverse is the “VR” term for a shared virtual space where people can socialize and explore. The concept has been around for decades, but it wasn’t until 1998 that Neal Stephenson’s novel Snow Crash popularized the idea of a metaverse in pop culture.
Even though we’re still a long way from materializing the vision for the metaverse, virtual reality has already begun to open up some of its doors. Today’s VR users can already experience social media in a virtual environment, explore worlds in VR and create art together. The metaverse will be all about connecting people, and by 2022, virtual reality will be more popular than ever.
3. NFTs
Non-fungible tokens, or NFTs for short, are a new type of cryptocurrency that will be more valuable than most other cryptocurrencies. With a focus on rarity and uniqueness, NFTs are created to bring an element of collectibility to cryptocurrency.
NFTs don’t just give us the solace of rarity; they will also change how we play games. Imagine a multiplayer experience where each person has their own unique “deck” of cards, with each card having its own set of skills and abilities.
