5 Ways Foursquare is Changing the World

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Jennifer Van Grove
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5 Ways Foursquare is Changing the World
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The real-world effects of the game are also quite pertinent. If you need proof, we've dissected how the startup is creating a new currency, turning social activity into a game, redefining what it means to be a regular at an establishment, pioneering a deeper connection between place and patron, and putting people focus on higher education.

1. Creating a New Currency

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