Core Insights - The "2025 Metaverse Development Forum" was held in Shanghai, focusing on the city's strategy to become an "International Digital Capital" and showcasing the achievements of its Metaverse action plan [1] - Shanghai's Metaverse core industry and related sectors are projected to exceed 300 billion yuan by the end of 2024, demonstrating strong growth since the city began its Metaverse initiatives in 2022 [1] - The forum featured discussions on the integration of AI and Metaverse in healthcare, as well as the development of lightweight AR smart glasses, highlighting innovative applications in various fields [2] - A total of 40 innovative Metaverse products and solutions were launched, covering six tracks and four major sectors, showcasing Shanghai's comprehensive strength in the Metaverse industry [3] - The forum also marked the signing of 13 projects between districts and leading Metaverse companies, indicating a collaborative ecosystem is rapidly forming [3] - The first national standard for "Classification and Value Evaluation of Metaverse Achievements" was introduced, providing guidelines for sustainable industry development [3]