Online Gaming
/ˈɒn.laɪn ˈɡeɪ.mɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The activity of playing video games over the internet, often regulated under laws concerning digital consumer protection, privacy, and gambling.
Legislation on online gaming aims to prevent underage gambling and ensure fair play.
Forms
- online gaming
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Commentary
Legal considerations of online gaming frequently overlap with gambling regulation and data privacy laws due to the interactive and financially transactional nature of many online games.
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