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Google has announced new policies regarding blockchain-based content on its platform, Google Play

Google has announced new policies regarding blockchain-based content on its platform, Google Play. The policy requires developers to clearly declare if their app or game involves blockchain technology and prohibits the promotion of potential earnings from playing or trading activities. It also bans the use of loot boxes or any randomized purchases and states that NFTs should be used within the game to enhance user experience, rather than being wagered for real-world prizes. 

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