#WakeUpWednesday - Microtransactions
Seventy-six billion dollars That’s the value some experts have assigned to this year’s global online microtransaction market – those additional in-app and in-game purchases which offer young players a temptingly quick way to enhance their digital experience for real-world money.
With concerns over the impact of allowing these paid-for upgrades to be available to children, some countries have already either banned microtransactions or subjected them to stringent legislation. This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide outlines the most significant risks.