Year: 2022
Type: report
Abstract: Safeguarding the metaverse has been produced by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) to examine the potential harms associated with virtual reality (VR) and the metaverse. It examines the background and context of the adoption and uptake of VR technologies as well as its benefits to wider society. It also highlights areas in which there could be negative outcomes created by engagement with the metaverse, while addressing areas of concern regarding safeguarding for users, particularly minors. This report is written for government, policy makers, digital industry and technology professionals.
Authors: McIntosh, Verity, Allen, Catherine
Language: English
Subfield: Human-Computer Interaction
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7204373480