Roblox’s Predator Problem.

Roblox, a popular online gaming platform for children, has come under scrutiny for its lack of child safety measures and the potential for predators to target young users. The platform's open chat function allows for unfiltered communication, making it easy for predators to groom children. Roblox has faced lawsuits and negative publicity for not taking sufficient action to address these concerns. Instances of predators using the platform's virtual currency to manipulate and exploit children have been reported. The article discusses a specific case of a game developer on Roblox who was arrested for transporting a minor for sexual purposes, highlighting the challenges faced by the platform in ensuring the safety of its young users. Efforts are being made to hold tech companies accountable for online child exploitation. [Extracted from the article]