Critical Analysis of the Legal Elements of Crimes Committed in the Metaverse in Light of Egyptian Criminal Law

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Faculty of Law, The British University in Egypt

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The objective of this article is to explore the fundamental characteristics of the metaverse from both a technical and legal point of view. The metaverse is a hypothetical world that is being discussed increasingly frequently, and this article aims to shed light on it in a comprehensive way. The interplay between three worlds- the physical world, the cyberworld, and the metaverse- is scrutinized. To accomplish this task, it is essential to grasp the nature of the metaverse, the activities that can be performed within it, and the legal repercussions of those activities. Even though the metaverse is sometimes referred to as a more advanced version of the internet, it has some crucial distinctions. The most notable feature that distinguishes the metaverse from the cyberworld is the ability for users to feel bodily harm through the use of specialized devices that can transmit physical sensations. Misuse of these devices might lead to criminal acts within this new virtual realm. Consequently, the core components of criminal behavior must be reevaluated to assess the applicability of current criminal laws in regulating metaverse crimes. It is important to thoroughly investigate the ramifications of the metaverse to gain a clear understanding of how it operates and how to maintain the safety and security of its users.

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International Journal of Doctrine, Judiciary and Legislation
Volume 4, Issue 2
Issue 2, 2023
June 2023
Pages 737-757

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