Roblox faces US Senate probe over child safety concerns
Roblox is under investigation by the US Senate and multiple states, including Nebraska and Louisiana. Concerns focus on allegations that the platform prioritizes revenue over child safety. Regulators in Australia and Canada are also examining the company's child protection measures.
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Roblox argues a child waived her legal rights in wrongful death suit and irks Australian regulators
Roblox is facing scrutiny from Australian regulators regarding child safety on its platform, with concerns that adults can still contact minors. Meanwhile, in the U.S., Roblox's lawyers are arguing that an eight-year-old girl waived her legal rights in a wrongful death lawsuit by agreeing to terms of service and making in-game purchases.
Roblox vows to make changes after Australian regulator found yet more child safety lapses
Australia's safety regulator has found that Roblox continues to allow adults to contact children, despite years of promises to prevent such interactions. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has identified ongoing child safety lapses within the platform.
Roblox being investigated by U.S. Senate after reporting 65,381 instances of suspected child abuse in 2025
The United States Senate has launched an investigation into Roblox, citing serious concerns over child safety and exploitation on the platform. Senator Josh Hawley addressed Roblox CEO David Baszucki, highlighting thousands of reported instances of suspected child sexual exploitation in 2025 and accusing the company of prioritizing revenue over user well-being. Roblox stated its commitment to safety and looks forward to sharing facts about its protective measures.
The US Senate are investigating Roblox for prioritising "revenue and engagement metrics over the safety and well-being of our children"
The US Senate has launched an investigation into Roblox, accusing the company of prioritizing revenue and engagement metrics over child safety. Senators Josh Hawley and Richard J. Durbin have requested extensive documentation from Roblox CEO David Baszucki regarding the platform's alleged facilitation of child exploitation, grooming, and exposure to violent content. Roblox has been given until August 31st to provide the requested information, which includes details on user demographics, safety tools, and revenue streams related to potentially harmful content.
Roblox’s alleged child endangerment draws the investigatory eye of the US Senate
The US Senate Judiciary Committee Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism has launched an investigation into Roblox, citing concerns that the platform prioritizes revenue over child safety. The subcommittee sent a letter to CEO David Baszucki, accusing Roblox of failing to protect young users from grooming, sexual abuse, and other serious crimes. Roblox has been instructed to preserve all relevant records as the investigation proceeds.
US Senate to investigate Roblox following claims it "prioritises revenue and engagement" over child safety
The US Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism has launched an investigation into Roblox, citing concerns that the platform prioritizes revenue and engagement over child safety. Senators Josh Hawley and Dick Durbin have requested extensive documentation from Roblox CEO David Baszucki regarding child exploitation, abuse, and financial harm on the platform, with a deadline of August 31, 2026. This investigation follows similar concerns raised by several US states and the Australian government, despite Roblox's recent implementation of new safety measures.
US Senate launches investigation into Roblox: 'Children on your platform are hurting. Congress will not look the…
The US Senate Judiciary Committee has launched an investigation into child safety on the Roblox platform, citing concerns that the company prioritizes revenue over user well-being. Senators Josh Hawley and Dick Durbin sent a letter to CEO David Baszucki detailing allegations of grooming, sexual abuse, and exploitation occurring on the platform. Roblox maintains its commitment to safety and points to improved reporting systems as evidence of its efforts.
Roblox Is Now The Target Of A Congressional Investigation: “Children Are Hurting”
US Senators Josh Hawley and Dick Durbin have launched a congressional investigation into Roblox Corporation concerning child safety. The investigation stems from allegations that the platform prioritizes revenue over user well-being, leading to issues like child grooming, sexual abuse, and exploitation. Roblox Corporation has been instructed to preserve records and provide documents by August 31, with CEO David Baszucki expected to detail the platform's safety measures.
Midday Safety Dance
The US Federal Trade Commission has been urged to investigate Roblox concerning allegations of inadequate child safety measures and aggressive in-game spending practices. The BBC reported on the watchdog's potential involvement.
Canadian Gamers Are Bringing Sports Style Prediction Habits Into Competitive Gaming
Canadian gamers are increasingly applying sports betting prediction habits to esports, driven by the growth of competitive gaming and accessible mobile play. Meanwhile, the design of mobile apps, including those for casinos, now heavily incorporates game-like pacing and reward systems to maintain user engagement. Separately, Nebraska is suing Roblox, alleging systemic failures to protect children from predators and deceptive marketing practices, a lawsuit echoed by other states and highlighting concerns about child safety in online gaming platforms.
Canadian government examines Roblox’s ability to protect children from extremists and predators
Canada's public safety office has raised concerns about Roblox's ability to protect minors from extremists and predators, citing risks associated with user-generated content and potential luring to other platforms. Roblox's chief safety officer, Matt Kaufman, denies these claims and highlights upcoming safety features. The government is considering new legislation focused on online child safety, which may include gaming platforms like Roblox.
Canada federal government concerned about children's safety in Roblox
The Canadian federal government has expressed concerns regarding the use of Roblox and similar platforms by violent extremists and pedophiles to target and recruit children. A Public Safety Canada brief highlighted vulnerabilities due to the platform's user-generated content and social features, noting risks of radicalization and exploitation. Roblox Corp. stated its commitment to safety with multi-layered systems, while also facing ongoing criticism and litigation over child protection measures.
Nebraska Sues Roblox Over Child Safety Failures - Unigamesity
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, alleging systemic failures to protect children on the platform. The lawsuit claims Roblox's design and business practices expose children to harm, including exploitation by predators, and that the company has prioritized profit over safety despite awareness of these issues. Similar lawsuits have been filed by other states, signaling a nationwide push for accountability and potential changes to the platform's operations.
New Orleans man charged with child pornography possession tells investigators he’s a Roblox programmer, adding to the long line of awful controversies for the platform
A New Orleans man, Jamie Borne, was arrested and charged with child pornography possession, claiming to be a Roblox programmer. Roblox Corporation has denied he ever worked for the company. This incident adds to ongoing controversies and lawsuits against Roblox, including one from Louisiana alleging the platform enables child predators.