| | AUGUST 20254VOL 11 · ISSUE 1 - 8 · AUGUST, 2025 PublisherOffice Editorial queries editor@ciotechoutlook.com To subscribeVisit www.ciotechoutlook.com/magazine/or send email to: subscription@ciotechoutlook.comMagazine Price is 150 per issuePrabhu Dutta A.R.N RayAlok ChaturvediManager DesignMagendran PerumalCirculation ManagerEditorial TeamNo. 124, 2nd Floor, Surya Chambers, Old Airport Road, Murugheshpalya, Bangalore-560017Vayshnavi pdAssistant Managing EditorMary Janifha Evangeline XVisualizersAdvertising queriessales@ciotechoutlook.comBangaloreTel 080 46441103GM Sales & MarketingRavi KalgiPrinted and published by Alok Chaturvedi on Behalf of Biz Print Media Technologies Pvt Ltd and Printed at Executive Prints - 113/7, Ground floor, Old madras road, Halasuru, Bangalore - 560008 and Published at No. 124, 2nd Floor, Surya Chambers, Old Airport Road, Murugeshpalya, Bangalore-560017.Copyright © 2025 Biz Print Media Technologies Pvt Ltd, All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher.Viswanathan ALakshmi PrabhaNoidaTel 120 4639300EDITORIALBUILDING THE FUTURE: STARTUPS DRIVING METAVERSE & AGENTIC AI REVOLUTIONIn the ever-evolving landscape of technology, two transformative forces -- the metaverse and agentic AI -- are redefining how we work, learn, and connect. At the heart of this revolution are visionary startups that see beyond the hype, building platforms and solutions that could fundamentally reshape digital life.The metaverse promises immersive environments where human creativity meets shared digital space, blurring lines between physical and virtual realities. Startups in this space are pushing boundaries -- from designing hyper-realistic virtual campuses and collaborative workplaces to reimagining digital commerce and social interaction. Their ambition lies not just in creating escapist worlds, but in crafting practical, inclusive ecosystems that enrich everyday experiences.Parallelly, the rise of agentic AI -- systems capable of autonomous decision-making and proactive collaboration -- is shifting the paradigm from passive tools to dynamic digital partners. Startups pioneering this field envision AI agents that negotiate contracts, curate personalised learning journeys, and even co-create with humans in art, science, and business. These innovations carry the promise of unlocking new productivity frontiers and redefining human­AI synergy.Yet, as these frontiers expand, so do ethical, social, and regulatory questions. Startups must embed transparency, inclusivity, and accountability at the core of their designs to ensure these technologies serve humanity responsibly.Together, metaverse and agentic AI startups aren't merely chasing the next big trend -- they're laying the groundwork for an interconnected future where digital agency and immersive presence transform how we live, learn, and innovate. Their journey merits both celebration and critical reflection.This issue acquaints you with the 10 most promising Agentic AI & Metaverse Startups. In this special issue, CIOTechOutlook brings to you the companies that have made their mark in this domain with their technology acumen and industry expertise. These companies have kept abreast of the new technological advancements in this sector and have leveraged them to their full potential. We hope this issue gives you helpful insights into this market landscape. Mary Janifha Evangeline XAssistant Managing Editoreditor@ciotechoutlook.com
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