p2pnet news | Games:- “PlaySpan is founded by Arjun Mehta, a 6th grader, passionate about gaming and software programming that can make game playing experience exciting and more importantly rewarding!” - says Arjun’s web page.

It goes on:

PlaySpan started in Arjun’s garage in Silicon Valley in 2006 and was incorporated with Arjun’s earnings from selling online game items won from quests he fought while attending 5th grade at Challenger School in San Jose.

Cool. But ……. ?

Well, “Virtual world goods seller PlaySpan has received $6.5 million Series A in a round led by Easton Capital, Menlo Ventures, STIC and Novel TMT Ventures,” says TechCrunch, adding:

“PlaySpan hasn’t launched yet, but is promising a product that will attempt to be an official commerce provider for multiple MMOGs. According to PlaySpan, the company has already signed up seven MMOG partners.”

.Slashdot it!

Also See:
TechCrunch - PlaySpan Takes $6.5m Series A, Founder In Grade 6, September 19, 2007

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