Cyberbullying in the metaverse: A prescriptive perception on global information systems for user protection

Utsav Upadhyay, Alok Kumar, Gajanand Sharma, Brij B. Gupta, Wadee Alhalabi, Varsha Arya, Kwok Tai Chui

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Abstract

The emergence of the metaverse, a virtual reality space, has ushered in a new era of digital experiences and interactions in global information systems. With its unique social norms and behaviors, this new world presents exciting opportunities for users to connect, socialize, and explore. However, as people spend more time in the metaverse, it has become increasingly apparent that the issue of cyberbullying needs to be addressed. Cyberbullying is a serious problem that can harm victims psychologically and physically. It involves using technology to harass, intimidate, or humiliate individuals or groups in global information systems. The risk of cyberbullying is high in the metaverse, where users are often anonymous. Therefore, it is crucial to establish a safer and more respectful culture within the metaverse to detect and prevent such incidents from happening.

Original languageEnglish
JournalJournal of Global Information Management
Volume31
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023

Keywords

  • Cyberbullying
  • Global Information Systems
  • Metaverse

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