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Free 'dopamine apps' simulate shopping thrills — and harvest your data

Free mobile "dopamine apps" let users simulate ordering food and fashion items, delivering the thrill of shopping without spending money. The hidden cost, however, is data profiling: the choices users make inside the app help advertisers target them more precisely with real-world ads. Experts warn that seemingly harmless virtual shopping may reinforce impulsive consumer behaviour.

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