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Russia prepares for Pokemon Go craze

Saturday, 23 July 2016 11:43 PM [ Last Update: Sunday, 24 July 2016 4:08 AM ]

A woman holds a mobile phone as she plays with the Pokemon Go application in central Rome on July 19, 2016. Since its launch two weeks ago, the game for mobile gadgets has sparked a worldwide frenzy among users who have taken to the streets with their smartphones. (AFP)

Riley Waggaman
Press TV, Moscow

Reports of serious injuries and even death caused by Pokemon Go have sparked a debate about the game in Russia. It has even prompted the country’s largest bank to offer accident insurance to players. Now, Russian officials appear divided on whether the game poses a serious risk to Russian society. Riley Waggaman reports from Moscow.

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