Reported 11 months ago
The rise of the 'Hamster Kombat' app in Iran reflects the country's economic struggles prior to the presidential election to replace the late President Ebrahim Raisi. Iranians, hopeful of financial gain, are turning to cryptocurrency and mobile gaming in response to Western sanctions, high inflation, and job scarcity. The app, offering a virtual currency, has sparked concerns about distraction and wealth-seeking behavior among authorities and religious figures in the country, as Iranians strive to navigate economic hardships and uncertainties.
Source: YAHOO