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<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"A few years back, parents\u2019 biggest concern was whether their kids would skin their knees. Today, kids can not only cause damage to themselves, but to their parents\u2019 bank accounts, too. All they need to do is click a button or two. Especially if they are playing any of Amazon\u2019s games on mummy\u2019s phone.<\/p>\n
What started out as an \u2018easy\u2019 way to entertain modern day kids became a nightmare. Both for parents and for Amazon. Kids realised that their favourite games came with a \u2018free\u2019 upgrade. Or, at least it didn\u2019t cost them much, apart from a simple click. The parents, on the other hand, got a huge bill (and nearly a heart attack).<\/p>\n
Now, the tables have turned, as Amazon agreed to pay. The major company was found guilty last year in illegally billing some of its clients. There wasn\u2019t sufficient warning towards the customers. The apps were free to download initially, with in-app purchases. No password was necessary, so, in effect, kids could spend endless amounts.<\/p>\n
As it turned out, that amount came to an estimate of $70 million. Although that\u2019s but a rough estimate and might not be near the actual digits. Amazon tried to appeal, but it seems like they are ready to bite the bullet and pay instead. So, the year-long battle is about to end and parents can relax but can they, really?<\/p>\n
This \u2018threat\u2019 is very real in modern society, and there are but a few things to do against it. Where are the good old days when parents\u2019 biggest worry was whether their kid would skin their knees? Let\u2019s ask the cards to see what could be done to avoid this happening in the future. We would also love to hear your opinion on the topic.<\/p>\n
Queen of Swords: <\/b>
\nThe parents always need to judge for themselves what precautions seem relevant for them. They have an understanding of their child\u2019s needs and act in their best interest. However, in this case, thinking with one\u2019s head and instead of their heart is required.<\/p>\n
King of Pentacles: <\/b>
\nParents need to be in control, even if that seems impossible. Taking responsibility is crucial, as well as attention to detail. Communication needs to happen, one way or another.<\/p>\n
The Hermit: <\/b>
\nThis is a lonely path, one that nobody else can make a decision about. There is a need to look deep within and weigh one\u2019s options.<\/p>\n
So, no matter what advice anyone gives, parents always have a choice. Hopefully with the extra measures in place, they will have less things to worry about.<\/p>\n
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