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EU Digital Fairness Act Threatens Gaming Industry's Future

10/11/2025

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The proposed EU Digital Fairness Act (DFA) is drawing alarms in the gaming industry.
Ilkka Paananen, CEO of Supercell, warns the DFA could redefine in-game currencies as financial transactions, complicating gameplay.
Critics including Martine Spaans and John Wright warn the DFA could dismantle successful free-to-play models and create a bureaucratic nightmare for players.
The consultation period ends on October 24, 2025, prompting calls for industry engagement to shape balanced rules.

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The proposed EU Digital Fairness Act (DFA) is drawing alarms in the gaming industry.
Ilkka Paananen, CEO of Supercell, warns the DFA could redefine in-game currencies as financial transactions, complicating gameplay.
Critics including Martine Spaans and John Wright warn the DFA could dismantle successful free-to-play models and create a bureaucratic nightmare for players.
The consultation period ends on October 24, 2025, prompting calls for industry engagement to shape balanced rules.