Summary
Roblox, a popular gaming platform for children, has agreed to improve safety features for young users and pay over $12 million to the state of Nevada. The agreement includes age checks, limits on chatting, and funding for youth programs and safety awareness.
Key Facts
- Roblox is used by nearly half of U.S. children under 16.
- The company will pay $12 million to Nevada, including $10 million over three years to support youth programs like the Boys and Girls Club.
- Roblox will introduce age verification for all users and restrict night-time notifications for children.
- Chatting will be limited by age groups; users under 16 and adults can only chat if they are trusted friends verified through QR codes or contacts.
- Roblox will create special accounts for users under 16 that block adult content and offer age-appropriate games.
- Parental controls will expand to include users under 16, instead of just under 13.
- Nevada officials say online predators often target children through chats and messaging on many platforms.
- Similar lawsuits against other social media companies are ongoing in Nevada and other states, focusing on child safety online.
