Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Roblox 'taken to task' but may not be included in social media ban, says eSafety commissioner

Australia's eSafety commissioner says her team has "taken Roblox to task" over its risk of exposing children to harm but warned the online gaming platform may not be included in the upcoming social ...
Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Roblox wants exemption from social media ban despite evidence of predators targeting children

Experts warn Roblox has a predator problem, amid reports Australian children are being exposed to a range of disturbing experiences on the platform. As the teen social media age ban approaches, the ...
Channel NewsAsia Singapore

WhatsApp, Twitch among sites that could face Australia under-16s social media ban

SYDNEY: WhatsApp and Reddit, along with streaming giant Twitch and gaming platform Roblox, could be among more than a dozen sites added to Australia's social media ban for under-16s, the country's ...
Indiatimes

Why are gaming platforms like Steam, Twitch, Discord, and Roblox being treated as Social Media under Australia’s new ban?

The Australian government now examines gaming platforms. This includes Steam, Twitch, Discord, and Roblox. A new law targets social interaction features on these sites. The law aims to protect young ...
Mint

Australia to expand social media ban for under-16s: WhatsApp, Twitch, Pinterest, could be restricted — what we know

A file photo of youngsters looking at their phones in Melbourne as Australia. Tech companies including WhatsApp and Reddit as well as streaming giant Twitch and gaming firm Roblox could be among more ...
Sydney Morning Herald

The hidden social media apps buried inside Roblox games

Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Children using Roblox have access to social media apps buried inside games, sparking warnings the popular online platform is dangerous ...