From Katana, Headsets To Ambani Wedding: Inside Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg¡¯s Exciting Asia Tour

Meta Chief Mark Zuckerberg is on an Asia tour and has started it with a bang. He recently engaged in the art of sword-making in Japan, This will be followed by Seoul where he has meetings lined up with Samsung and LG leaders, as per South Korean media.

Additionally, he will reportedly attend extravagant pre-wedding festivities of Indian multi-billionaire Mukesh Ambani¡¯s son Anant and soon-to-be daughter-in-law Radhika Merchant.

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Zuckerberg Got A Taste Of A Japanese Samurai By Making His Own Katana

In a remarkable display of skill and artistry, the CEO of Meta, Mark Zuckerberg, acquired the know-how to craft a sword. He undertook the construction of a katana, a traditional Japanese sword celebrated for its potency and keen edge. The katana typically features a single-edged blade with an elongated grip designed to accommodate the use of both hands. Historically, samurai utilized the katana for both protective purposes and as a symbol of their esteemed status.

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Mark Zuckerberg undertook the creation of the sword from its inception, collaborating with a skilled Japanese sword master throughout the process. In a series of social media posts, he chronicled his journey in crafting this weapon. In one image, he is captured posing alongside the Japanese sword master, showcasing the collaborative effort. Another picture highlights the finished sword, a testament to Mr. Zuckerberg's hands-on involvement under the guidance of the master.

A video accompanying the posts provides a glimpse into the intricate process, featuring the master and Meta Chief strategically striking specific areas on the steel to shape the katana. Additionally, there's a clip showcasing Mr. Zuckerberg utilizing the newly crafted sword, bringing his learning experience to life.

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"Really special afternoon learning about making katanas with master akihira.kokaji -- thank you for sharing your craft with us!" he said in the caption.

What¡¯s On Mark Zuckerberg¡¯s Agenda For South Korea Visit?

His meeting lineups include President Yoon Suk Yeol and leaders of tech titans Samsung and LG

"Mark is planning a brief visit to the country and is scheduling some key meetings," Meta said in a statement to AFP without sharing further details.

South Korea is all about tech companies and going by Mark¡¯s interest in AI, he is expected to meet up with both Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix as they are global leaders in memory chips and can make tailored memory chips for artificial intelligence processors.

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The primary focus of their meeting will reportedly be centered around the collaborative development of a mixed-reality headset. This endeavor is seen as a strategic move to enter the competitive market, posing a challenge to Apple's Vision Pro. The Korea Economic Daily has reported that this meeting aims to explore potential partnerships and advancements in mixed-reality technology, highlighting the dynamic nature of the tech industry and the pursuit of innovative solutions.

Mark Zuckerberg To Witness The Grandeur Of Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant¡¯s Pre-wedding Festivities

Mark Zuckerberg is expected to be in India from March 1 to 3 for the Ambani celebration, as reported by Bloomberg.

Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries, has attracted significant investments from companies like Meta and Google in his digital unit Jio Platforms. This strategic move is aimed at competing with major players like Amazon and Walmart in India's expansive e-commerce market.

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For the unversed, Mukesh Ambani holds the 10th position on Forbes' real-time billionaires list, while Mark Zuckerberg ranks fourth.

Among the 1,000 guests invited to the pre-wedding celebration for Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, notable figures include Bill Gates and Ivanka Trump, spanning the realms of politics, business, Bollywood, and cricket.

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