Facebook Phasing Out Credits, Launches First Real-Money Game

By  |  August 7, 2012
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The latest entry in how Facebook will become a payments company involves gambling.

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    For the first time, the world’s most popular social network is letting users access a game application that uses actual currency rather than Facebook Credits, TechCrunch notes. The game, called Bingo & Slots Friendzy, is available only to users 18 years of age and older located in the U.K.

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    According to the report, Bingo Friendzy’s users must enter personal details and confirm their ages to play. The app then requires bank account details, which are used to make a deposit between £10 and £500 to start playing.

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