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Is Roblox safe for kids

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Roblox faces scrutiny for enabling potential predator access to children, but has implemented over 100 new safety features, including age estimation and stricter chat monitoring. Parents are urged to monitor accounts, friend lists, and discuss digital safety with kids.

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What parents should know about Roblox and how to keep their kids safe

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  • Florida's attorney general issued criminal subpoenas to Roblox over child safety concerns.
  • Roblox has nearly 40 million daily users aged 13 and under. 31s
  • Families and officials allege predators have used Roblox to target children, leading to lawsuits. 1m 41s
  • Roblox has introduced over 100 new safety features, including age estimation and chat monitoring. 2m 37s
  • Parents are advised to monitor accounts, review friend lists, and discuss digital safety with children. 3m 29s

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What parents should know about Roblox and how to keep their kids safe
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CBS News
2 months ago
What parents should know about Roblox and how to keep their kids safe

Florida's attorney general calls Roblox a 'breeding ground for predators' and lawsuits allege it allows inappropriate contact between adults and minors.

What parents should know about Roblox and how to keep their kids safe
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CBS News
2 months ago
What parents should know about Roblox and how to keep their kids safe

Roblox offers parental controls and has rolled out over 100 safety features, including age estimation and increased chat monitoring.

What parents should know about Roblox and how to keep their kids safe
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CBS News
2 months ago
What parents should know about Roblox and how to keep their kids safe

Roblox and child safety organizations recommend parents monitor accounts, review friend lists, and discuss digital safety, including warning signs like requests to switch platforms or offers of money.

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