Roblox to roll out age checks for chat access
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The new safety measure comes as Roblox faces criticism and at least 35 lawsuits alleging users meet and abuse children on the gaming platform or that the platform helps facilitate child sexual exploitation and grooming.
Facing pressure from states and families, Roblox will require players to use AI-powered technology that helps verify their age.
Roblox Corporation (NYSE: RBLX), an immersive gaming and creation platform, today announced it is in the process of rolling out age-based chat, following its announcement in September. Roblox will be the first online gaming or communication platform to require age checks for communication,