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  247.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://research-nm4yez.gifthub.news/post/8274635901">Mitigating Latency in Real-Time Mobile Multiplayer Games Through Edge Computing</a></h2>
  248.                            <p class="info">This study explores the social and economic implications of microtransactions in mobile gaming, focusing on player behavior, spending patterns, and the potential for addiction. It also investigates the broader effects on the gaming industry, such as the shift in business models, the emergence of virtual economies, and the ethical concerns surrounding "pay-to-win" mechanics. The research offers policy recommendations to address these issues in a balanced manner.</p>
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