"The board has decided to suspend Katidis until the end of the 2012-13 season, taking into consideration the horrific image his behavior provoked and has imposed the highest possible fine according to internal regulations, " the club said.

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While gamification has helped many brands simply reach a deeper level of engagement with their customers, it bears consideration that games may educate, raise public awareness, and help change mission-critical behavior for many.

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