Inside Roblox: The dark side of Australia’s most popular kids’ game

Australia’s eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant warned last month that Roblox had become a popular target for pedophiles seeking to groom children. Predators often use “Robux”, the in-game currency ...

"Of course, you must be on Steam. But Steam isn't the entire world": CEO of game distribution company says yes, some PC gamers prefer "local" stores to …

China, Eastern Europe, Latin America – where local platforms are simply stronger in trust, in loyalty, in payment behaviour" ...

Platform being pursued by federal police escapes teen social media ban

Popular gaming platform Roblox, which is in the sights of Australia’s federal police chief for harbouring abusers, will ...

Albanese government adds names of platforms to social media ban list

Reddit and Kick are included in the Albanese government's under-16s social media ban, but gaming platforms Roblox, LegoPlay, Steam and Discord are not - for now.
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Make parents’ consent a must for children in online games, says activist

PETALING JAYA: Children should be required to show parents’ consent when they register for online games, says child activist ...

Experts: Eyes on the game better than a ban in keeping children safe

Online games can blur the line between the virtual and real worlds, and experts say proper regulation and supervision are key ...