
Mr. Laurent Dubois, Head of the EU Digital Identity System Project, received the 2024 Governance Innovation Award for his leadership in establishing a secure digital identity framework in Europe. His work enhances trust in the metaverse, focusing on privacy and interoperability, and serves as a model for future digital services.

The US Metaverse Association awarded Ms. Fatima Al-Fahad the 2024 Special Contribution Award for her innovative work integrating metaverse ethics with Islamic law. Her initiative promotes ethical frameworks honoring cultural diversity and seeks equitable governance in virtual spaces. Al-Fahad emphasizes the importance of interfaith dialogue and inclusive legal development.

The US Metaverse Association awarded Prof. Kenji Watanabe the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to metaverse interoperability in Asia. His work emphasizes standardization and integration across platforms, fostering international collaboration. Prof. Watanabe’s achievements include the Distributed Metaverse Interconnection Framework and ongoing efforts in global standardization.

The US Metaverse Association has awarded Dr. Olivia Martinez the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award for her significant contributions to metaverse perception and interaction design. A pioneer in human-computer interaction since the 1990s, her work has influenced industry standards and technological advances. A recognition ceremony will take place at the Global Metaverse Innovation Summit 2024.

In January 2024, Alibaba Cloud joined the American Metaverse Association (Meta X) as a Corporate Governing Member. This partnership aims to develop metaverse infrastructure standards and promote cross-border cloud collaboration. With extensive expertise, Alibaba Cloud contributes to key committees and initiatives, enhancing global cooperation and facilitating industrial integration of metaverse technologies.

In November 2023, Google LLC became a Corporate Governing Member of the U.S. Metaverse Association, aiding in the development of metaverse standards and ethical frameworks. Google’s expertise in AI and immersive content supports global collaboration, enhancing technological interoperability and user accessibility, and reinforcing the importance of responsible innovation in the metaverse.

[U.S. Metaverse Association Newsroom|July 30, 2025]In June 2023, global technology leader Apple Inc. officially joined the U.S. Metaverse Association as a Corporate Governing Member, signaling its formal entry into the global governance framework of the metaverse. As one of the most influential players in spatial computing and immersive experience innovation, Apple’s participation strengthens the Association’s collective