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 According to Precedence Research, the metaverse market size is estimated to reach $1.3 trillion by 2030. In this article, we explore some of the most popular metaverse companies in the world and their niches. The Sandbox is a popular gaming metaverse platform where users can create, share, and monetize virtual assets.