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US Kids’ Lack of Interest in Game Programming a Security Threat?

US Kids’ Lack of Interest in Game Programming a Security Threat?

Consumers spent almost $19 billion on video games last year, compared with only $9.7 billion at the box office.

Last summer, Iron Man led the box office with a $200 million opening weekend, while Take2 Interactive’s Grand Theft Auto IV took in more than $500 million in its first week alone, with many stores selling out their entire first shipment.

While much of the receipt difference arises from the average video game…