In 2022, there was a significant increase in Metaverse and non-fungible token (NFT) related trademark applications, indicating the growing importance and potential profitability of these emerging industries. Data from the Blockchain Center showed 5,850 new Metaverse trademark applications and 7,746 NFT trademark applications, representing growth rates of 205.64% and 259.61% respectively compared to the previous year. Major companies like Meta, Formula One, Mastercard, McDonald’s, Gatorade, and US Space Force filed applications with the USPTO, reflecting their interest in virtual products and engagement in cryptocurrency and blockchain. Despite the ongoing 'crypto winter,' the rise in trademark applications and interest in Metaverse products has balanced concerns about negative market impacts.

A new earthquake with a magnitude of 5.3 struck the Bor region in the Niğde province of Turkey, as reported by the country's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD). Younes Seriz, head of the non-governmental organization AFAD, stated on Twitter that there are currently no negative situations following the earthquake, which occurred at 13:27 local time.

Tunisia celebrated its 61st Republic Day, marking the country's independence from France in 1956 and the establishment of the republic in 1957 under the leadership of Habib Bourguiba. Despite the initial struggles against French colonialism and subsequent internal challenges such as marginalization, unemployment, and corruption, Bourguiba attempted urgent reforms including the prohibition of polygamy and making public education free and mandatory. However, economic and social issues persisted, leading to protests and the eventual replacement of Bourguiba by Zine El Abidine Ben Ali in 1987, who was later ousted in 2011 following a revolution sparked by Mohamed Bouazizi's self-immolation due to poverty and injustice.