A Multi-Layered Strategy for Addressing Privacy and Data Security Issues in Metaverse
The Metaverse is a revolutionary combination of physical, augmented, and virtual worlds that promises extraordinary sensory experiences and interactions. However, this vision necessitates enormous data collection and processing, which raises serious privacy and security challenges. This article delves into the privacy concerns and potential threats corresponding with the Metaverse, including technological, legal, and ethical aspects. Through a thorough review of existing practices, regulatory frameworks, and academic research, we identify serious threats to user privacy and data protection in virtual areas. We offer a multifaceted strategy to reduce these risks, which includes technological solutions such as data reduction and encryption, policy recommendations, and user awareness programs. Our results highlight the importance of balancing data-driven experiences and user privacy in the Metaverse. By preemptively dealing with these challenges, our goal is to provide a safe and reliable platform for the future of virtual experiences.
Authors
- Moatsum Alawida (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8146-5843)
- Rahaf Adam Alnuaimi
Institutions
- Abu Dhabi University (AE)
- Zayed University (AE)
Publication Details
- Published
- 2024-11-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1109/imeta62882.2024.10807933
- Citations
- 4
- Primary Topic
- Impact of AI and Big Data on Business and Society
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.96