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Age verification and ID-based measures are increasingly implemented by tech companies like Apple and Google despite risks like information breaches
ROBLOX is making it harder for dangerous predators to chat with children online by introducing a new age check. The move comes amid disturbing incidents reported within one of the world’s
Roblox will soon require facial age verification for all chat features, enforcing age-based communication groups and introducing major safety upgrades to protect younger users globally.
Facing pressure from states and families, Roblox will require players to use AI-powered technology that helps verify their age.
The move comes amid multiple lawsuits, including from the attorneys general of Texas and Louisiana, against Roblox over child safety concerns. The lawsuits were filed following reports that Roblox was exposing young users to dangerous risks,
Roblox Corporation announced new safety features that will use facial recognition technology to verify user ages and restrict communication between age groups.
Roblox has revealed plans to require facial age verification for anyone using chat features on the platform. The company called the move a new “gold standard” for online communication safety as it aims to become the first major gaming service to mandate this level of age assurance.