Explore the emerging landscape of digital crimes in the metaverse ecosystem through this insightful 54-minute conference talk by Sanjay Sahay, Ex IPS. Delve into the potential risks and challenges posed by the fusion of virtual realms and the real world, including increased cybercrime, trolling, and harassment. Examine how the immersive nature of VR amplifies the impact of harmful behaviors and learn about the concept of digital avatars in the metaverse. Gain valuable insights into topics such as meta criminality, digital guinea pigs, cyber-physical crimes, and the potential for social dystopia and political fallout. Discover the evolving capabilities of cyber forensics and the new world order governments must face in addressing these challenges.