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EPISODE · Dec 14, 2022 · 7 MIN

Can Videogame Currencies Like ‘Robux’ Teach Kids Financial Skills?

from WSJ Your Money Matters · host WSJ Your Money Matters

Instead of physical toys or cash, many children are asking for virtual currency to spend on items in their favorite videogam es. It might sound strange to parents, but can online currencies teach kids valuable financial skills? WSJ reporter Sarah E. Needleman joins host Danny Lewis to discuss the lessons (intended or not) that kids can learn from virtual currencies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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