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EU opens probe into nine video game companies over virtual currencies
The European Union has launched an investigation into nine video game companies over their use of virtual currencies. Regulators are examining whether in-game currency practices may mislead consumers or breach consumer protection rules. The move targets how games sell and manage virtual money used for in-game purchases, a growing concern as spending on digital goods rises across the gaming industry.
Why now: The EU's regulatory action is new and could affect major gaming companies and consumer spending practices.
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