CHAPTER 1 B. Phenomenon & Dimensions of Cybercrime1 Table of Contents Introduction 15 I. Situating Cyberspace 15 A. “A Brave New World”3 16 B. Maintaining Public Confidence 18 C. Cybercrime’s Physical & Virtual Nature 18 D. Innovative Criminal Prohibitions 20 E. Technological Innovations 21 II. Private Sector Cooperation 22 Conclusion 25 Introduction Having set forth the purpose of the Toolkit in section 1 A, we now look at some of the particular features of cybercrime in its evolving context. This section begins by (I) talking about the place of cyberspace in today’s world and the place of the law therein, going on to (II) drawing attention to the important role of private sector engagement. I. Situating Cyberspace Law, as a reflection of public policy, is intended to provide a predictable, fair and transparent basis for ordering society, and for offering objective means for dispute resolution. With (A) the society’s expansion into “cyberspace”2 ushering in a brave new world, it is fundamental that (B) public confidence in law and order also extends into cyberspace in order for that space to continue to be a place where economic, political and social discourse flourish. But because (C) cybercrime is not entirely virtual or physical, (D) innovative public policy and legal approaches addressing cybercrime—balancing security with human right—are imperative. Page 15 | Chapter 1 | § B. Phenomenon & Dimensions of Cybercrime Table of Contents