Dr. Christina Yan Zhang is a true pioneer in the metaverse space! As the CEO and Founder of The Metaverse Institute, she’s leading the charge in advising governments, investors, and corporates on leveraging emerging technologies like metaverse, AI, and smart cities to drive positive impact.
Her work focuses on harnessing the power of metaverse and AI to address global challenges, including sustainability, accessibility, and inclusion. She’s also a key player in shaping international standards for the metaverse, serving as the UN ITU Vice Chair of Metaverse Working Group on Sustainability, Accessibility & Inclusion.
Some of her notable projects include:
Tampere Metaverse Vision 2040: a people-centered metaverse strategy
CitiVerse: a citizen-centred future city initiative
Digital Twins in Smart Cities: implementing digital replicas for urban efficiency
Future of Education in Digital Realms:?transforming learning experiences through technology
Dr. Zhang’s expertise has taken her to the world stage, speaking at WIPO, UNESCO, and the UN High-Level Political Forum. She’s also a sought-after advisor, working with governments, universities, and Fortune 500 CEOs.
Pho Ta Vietnamese Street Food is a hidden gem in Kentish Town, London! This cozy restaurant serves up authentic Vietnamese dishes with a focus on fresh, aromatic flavours.





The menu’s got a great selection, from classic pho to Bun Bo Hue and Cam prawn curry. Plus, they’ve got plenty of veggie options.

