With the start of the new year, the ArentFox Schiff Metaverse Industry team reviews 10 of the most pressing legal issues facing companies in 2023.

1. The long crypto winter. As the crypto bear market approaches its 15th month and crypto bankruptcies pile up, some are predicting that the Metaverse and blockchain will fall as well. But Metaverse and blockchain are bigger than cryptocurrencies. Companies like Starbucks, L’Oreal, and Nike have gone beyond buzzwords to create powerful new tools to engage consumers and generate revenue. Whether through blockchain-based loyalty programs, communities of digital creators, or new e-commerce platforms, these companies are proving the value and usefulness of these technologies. Will the crypto winter keep all of web3 frozen or…