Texas sues Roblox for 'putting paedophiles and profits' over safety

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued Roblox, alleging the online gaming platform has "flagrantly ignored" safety laws and deceived parents about the dangers it poses to young people. The lawsuit accuses Roblox of being a "breeding ground for predators" and of prioritizing "pixel paedophiles and corporate profit" over the safety of Texas children. Roblox has expressed disappointment, stating the lawsuit is based on misrepresentations and that it shares the commitment to online child safety, having implemented measures to remove bad actors. Roblox, popular with children, is a platform where users can play games, build their own, and interact with others online. Its marketing to families includes educational games, but features allowing interaction with strangers in various servers have drawn criticism for potential exposure to dangerous individuals. Parents and children have reported concerns about content seen on the platform. Paxton urged Roblox to do more to protect children from harmful individuals. This lawsuit follows similar legal actions against Roblox in Kentucky and Louisiana, which also raised concerns about potential harms to children. Roblox's CEO,... download the app to read more