I do remember that there was a lot of talk that VR like
SL was going to become more a reality than a game in the future.
However. From what I have seen, I cannot see
SL or LL becoming the place to do business online. They are just too inconsistent and plagued with problems.
So I do not see LL as being relevant in the future as anything other than a way people pass time and chat. As a way to conduct business, or make money, I do not see LL as being a big player unless they REALLY work hard to fix all the current problems.
And here is something else, what way have you heard of LL using all that real $$ to help anyone or contribute to a important cause?? Relevant and real businesses will always tout how they donated cash/products to help the less fortunate or the needy.