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More investors are using discount online brokerages, getting their first taste of financial markets through platforms designed to be welcoming and fun. But a pair of studies from the Ontario Securities Commission shows that so-called “gamification” techniques can be harmful, leading to riskier investing. Leslie Byberg, executive vice-president, strategic regulation at the OSC, will discuss how gamification is affecting investors and whether it can also be used by advisors to engage clients and reinforce positive habits.
The Globe and Mail
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