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Moola

I forgot to add this at the end of my last post, and was just about to make an edit, when I realized I might as well dedicate a new post to making money.

Okay, it's not exactly a post on making money - but more a plug of this new game I found. Like the phenomenon of Gmail, there's a new by-invitation-only addiction out on the market! It's called Moola - and in accordance with its name, the game is all about winning money.

Now, you think there's a catch, because there's no way someone would just give you money for free. Except - there is no catch.

Once you register, you're given a penny. Then, you play games against other people who have been given a penny. If you win, you double your money (that is, you get 2 cents). If you continue to bet your winnings and win, your 2 cents will turn into 4 cents, and 8 cents, etc. Ideally, if you win 30 times in a row and keep betting all your winnings, you could end up with over $10 million!

Not to worry, for the less bold, you don't have to keep betting all your winnings. You can always choose to bet lower amounts, then slowly increase your winnings. If you do find yourself losing everything though, Moola will keep giving you that penny to start you off again.

And yes, when you cash out (after you reach $10, you can cash out whenever you want) you actually get the money.

Where do these people get the money? Sponsors! You know how you always see those banner ads whenever you visit a website? "Shoot the monkey and win $100!" Well, instead of doing that, these sponsors have decided to partner with Moola. Before you play a game, you watch an ad. It's as simple as that.

Pretty cool, huh?

Oh, and by the way, I am actually studying and doing projects. These games only take, like, 2 minutes - so I just play when I need a break. Seriously! If you want to try it, just let me know!

Comments

Roma said…
how much are you at now?? :P
lifeasj said…
lol - not. I play for fun, so I just bet maximum all the time. :)
Chrissie said…
hey talking bout making money, your dad's coming down to asia for business. when are you ever gonna come? :)
lifeasj said…
Wow - you know about that too?? I'll come when I have the money to come... :) Probably after I graduate!

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