The expected fourth generation of the World Wide Web. Using advanced artificial and ambient intelligence, the internet of things, trusted blockchain transactions, virtual worlds and XR capabilities, digital and real objects and environments are fully integrated and communicate with each other. This enables truly intuitive and immersive experiences, seamlessly blending the physical and digital worlds.
Web 4.0 presents significant challenges including data security, ethical AI use, and addressing cyber threats, all while navigating complex regulations for emerging technologies. Ensuring equal access to these advancements is crucial to prevent exclusion. Effective strategies for content moderation and combating misinformation are needed. Additionally, global collaboration is essential to establish consistent rules, protect digital rights, and address the environmental impact of technology.
SHARE YOUR VOICE
Join us as we co-create solutions based on the multistakeholder approach to ensure a fair and inclusive Web 4.0. We invite you to share your insights and stories, respond to questions, or participate in interactive workshops. Your voice is a crucial part of a bottom-up, open, and participatory process shaping the guiding principles for virtual worlds and Web 4.0.
Register for workshops to discuss guiding principles and technology enablers for Web 4.0
Hosted by the European Commission and the 2025 Polish Presidency of the Council
THE TEAM – WHO WE ARE
We are a team of researchers, facilitators and experts from PPMI (part of the Verian Group) and TNO.
As part of a project implemented for the European Commission, we are exploring the future of virtual worlds and Web 4.0. Together with your input, we will seek a consensus driven approach to developing governance principles for Web 4.0 as well as conduct research on emerging technologies shaping the new digital landscape.
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