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Roblox safeguards failed to protect kids, regulator finds

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A recent audit revealed that Roblox's safety measures were insufficient in preventing adults from contacting minors on its platform. This finding comes as Roblox becomes the first company to undergo independent audits mandated by the Online Safety Act. The regulator's report indicates a failure in the platform's safeguards, raising concerns about child protection. AI

RANK_REASON Regulatory finding regarding safety failures of a major platform under new legislation. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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Roblox safeguards failed to protect kids, regulator finds

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    📰 Weak Roblox safeguards failed to stop adults contacting kids, regulator says Roblox is first platform to submit to independent audits under the Online Safety

    📰 Weak Roblox safeguards failed to stop adults contacting kids, regulator says Roblox is first platform to submit to independent audits under the Online Safety Act. 📰 Source: Ars Technica 🔗 Link: https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/08/weak-roblox-safeguards-failed-to-stop-ad…

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