Metaverse for Retail: Why Workroom‑Style VR Failed and Where to Focus Instead
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Metaverse for Retail: Why Workroom‑Style VR Failed and Where to Focus Instead

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2026-02-05
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Meta’s Workrooms shutdown shows VR’s limits for retail. Focus on conversational commerce, AR try‑ons, and micro apps for measurable ROI in 2026.

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