Microtransactions and Mini‑Gambling: How Mobile Game Design Mirrors Risky Betting for Kids
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Microtransactions and Mini‑Gambling: How Mobile Game Design Mirrors Risky Betting for Kids

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2026-02-26
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How loot boxes, time‑gating and microtransactions mirror gambling — practical steps for parents and 2026 policy priorities to protect kids.

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