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Where will Roblox rank in child safety among gaming platforms by the end of 2024?
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Roblox Boosts Child Safety with Auto-Blocking DMs for Users Under 13
Nov 18, 2024, 12:05 PM
Roblox has introduced new safety measures and enhanced parental controls in response to external pressure and criticism regarding child safety. The company will now automatically block direct messages (DMs) for users under 13, restrict them from chatting outside of games, and increase controls over violent and sexually themed content. These changes follow accusations from short-selling firm Hindenburg that Roblox prioritized growth over child safety.
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