Insight ReportBuilding Blocks of the Metaverse: Cryptocurrencies Coresight Research May 30, 2022 Reasons to ReadShort-term volatility can make cryptocurrencies appear to be daunting, but their technologies will be crucial for adoption of the metaverse, removing various trade barriers to support high-volume activity and providing consumers with enhanced security in functional virtual economies. In this report, we explore the development of cryptocurrencies, analyze their technological structure and relationship with the metaverse, and explore what brands and retailers should know as they consider adoption. This report is part of our Building Blocks of the Metaverse series, which presents insights into the core technological components of the retail metaverse, including important details for retailers to know in establishing a presence and operating in the virtual space. Read the previous report in the series, on 5G. Click here to read more Coresight Research coverage of the metaverse. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Analyst Corner—Key Tech Themes at CES 2025 and NRF 2025, with John HarmonThe Evolving Supply Chain Landscape: Tariffs, Holiday 2025, and What’s Next: Insights Presented by Deborah Weinswig at The Lead SummitChinese New Year 2025 Review: From Shopping to Screens—How Younger Consumers Boosted Spring Festival SpendingUS Store Tracker Extra, April 2025: JD Sports and 7-Eleven Drive Total Opened Retail Space to Over 67 Million Square Feet