What the Tech: New s to keep kids safe on Roblox

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Roblox, the immensely popular social media and gaming platform with nearly 90 million daily active s, has recently come under scrutiny for safety concerns.

The platform’s lack of strict age restrictions has allowed young children to interact with teenagers and adults, raising concerns about inappropriate content and interactions.

How young are Roblox s?

”I know people who are as young as seven that are playing and I don’t know if that’s a good thing or not,” said 14-year old Carter Coleman.

From his room on his computer, Coleman uses Roblox to create and promote virtual concerts for thousands of Roblox s to attend. He and his friends are currently planning a 21 Pilots concert.

Coleman has avoided some of the things that lurk in the shadows of Roblox’ virtual world but its he’s heard of what is happening.

So-called “Condo Games” where s create virtual characters to slip into virtual rooms for virtual sex. Chats, messaging, and live conversations between adults and children.

It’s the side of Roblox that concerns parents and others.

In response to these concerns, Roblox has announced a series of new s aimed at enhancing child safety.

These controls empower parents to take a more active role in monitoring and managing their children’s activities on the platform.

One of the key features of the update is the ability for parents to remotely manage their child’s Roblox experience from their own device.

Parents can now set time limits on how long their children can spend on the platform. Once the allotted time is up, the game will stop until the next day.

Additionally, parents can monitor their child’s friends list and set maturity limits for the content they can access. This helps prevent younger s from being exposed to inappropriate material.

Furthermore, s under 13 years old will no longer be able to enter “social hangout” spaces designed for chatting with other s, reducing the risk of unwanted interactions.

These new s are a welcome addition for parents who have been concerned about their children’s safety on Roblox.

By providing parents with more tools to monitor and manage their children’s activities, Roblox is taking a step in the right direction to address the safety concerns that have been raised.

However, it’s important to note that s are just one part of the solution. It’s also crucial for parents to have open and honest conversations with their children about online safety and the potential risks of interacting with strangers online.

Roblox’s new s are expected to be rolled out early next year. In the meantime, parents can refer to the Roblox website for additional resources and guidance on how to protect their children from harmful content and experiences.

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