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The Metaverse Casino That Wasn’t

ICE Poker drives 60% of Decentraland’s traffic. Is it a casino? More like a casino-that’s-not-a-casino.

By Jeff WilserAug 29, 2022

(Rachel Sun)

Opinion

Why It Can Feel Good to Be Bad in the Metaverse

Virtual reality is fun. It’s a release. But when does it become a little too real? This article is part of CoinDesk's "Sin Week."

By Steven NaAug 29, 2022

With the rise of immersive gaming and metaversal experiences, people now have even more ways to explore every aspect of their personality and interests, including their dark side. (Ayko Neil Kehl/Unsplash)
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