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Teaching children about money is no longer enough — Nur Nadia Adjrina Kamarruddin

OCTOBER 8 — “Why can’t I have it?”It is probably a question every parent has heard.We teach our...

Teaching children about money is no longer enough — Nur Nadia Adjrina Kamarruddin

OCTOBER 8 — The question of why children want certain items, rather than just teaching them to save money, is gaining attention. Today's children encounter advertisements through various digital mediums, such as social media, games, and influencers. This can lead to them wanting items they see repeatedly, not necessarily understanding the underlying commercial intent.

The Malaysian government is now considering measures to address this issue, with a proposed Gaming Sub-Code aimed at regulating in-game spending and advertising targeted at children.

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