“I’m not afraid of evil AI; I’m much more afraid of evil people misusing the AI superpowers given to them.” – Alvin Wang Graylin is a true pioneer in the fields of Virtual and Augmented Reality. Over 30 years ago, he recognized that artificial intelligence would play a significant role in shaping the future and transforming our lives. Today, he serves as the Global Vice President of Corporate Development at HTC and is widely regarded as one of the leading experts on the Metaverse and artificial intelligence. His book, „Our Next Reality: How the AI-powered Metaverse Will Reshape the World“, has been recognized by the AUREA community. Join podcast host Michael Mack, CEO of MACK One and Europa Park, in this fascinating conversation recorded live in front of an audience at Studio 78. Together, they discuss the opportunities and risks of an AI-powered Metaverse, the real possibilities it holds for humanity, and the AI technologies waiting just beyond the horizon. True to the guiding principle of this year’s AUREA AWARDS, Michael Mack and his guest dive deep into some of the most fundamental questions facing the entertainment industry: What tools are we creating to empower the next generation of storytellers? How will AI redefine the creative process in immersive entertainment? And, as AI gains the ability to preserve and control our narratives long after we’ve passed on, how do we redefine our own memento mori? Press play and uncover the answers right here on THE WORLD BEYOND! -- Ein MACK One Original Podcast.