What are the concerns regarding Roblox and child safety?

There are persistent reports that predators are targeting children on Roblox with sexually explicit and suicidal material, and engaging in grooming behaviors.

What action is the Australian government taking regarding Roblox?

Communications Minister Anika Wells has requested an urgent meeting with Roblox to address child safety concerns and is exploring further regulatory powers.

What are the new social media laws in Australia impacting platforms like Roblox?

Australia's social media minimum age restrictions, effective from December 10, 2025, require digital platforms to verify ages and restrict users younger than 16.

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Roblox Faces Scrutiny Over Child Safety Concerns

10 Feb

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Summary

Minister Anika Wells seeks urgent meeting with Roblox over child safety.
Predators reportedly target children with explicit and suicidal material.
New social media laws aim to protect minors under 16 on platforms.

Roblox Faces Scrutiny Over Child Safety Concerns

Communications Minister Anika Wells has urgently requested a meeting with the gaming platform Roblox due to alarming reports of children being exposed to sexually explicit and suicidal material. She expressed deep concern over predators reportedly grooming young users on the platform, exploiting their innocence. These issues persist despite Roblox's two-year engagement with eSafety and recent compliance measures under Australia's social media minimum age restrictions, which began on December 10, 2025.