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Roblox safety concerns prompt complaints , lawsuits

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The attorneys general of Louisiana and Kentucky each filed separate lawsuits against Roblox Corporation, the operator of the popular online gaming platform targeted at children. Both suits allege Roblox fails to protect minors from predatory users and prioritizes revenue over child safety. The U.S. Department of Justice has also reportedly taken interest in the platform's practices. The cases reflect a broader enforcement push by state officials against online platforms that host children. The core allegation is that Roblox's design and moderation choices expose minors to exploitation while the company profits from their engagement.

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Roblox safety concerns prompt complaints , lawsuits

Media Coverage · April 20, 2026

Two state attorneys general — Louisiana and Kentucky — have filed separate lawsuits against Roblox, alleging the platform knowingly exposes children to predators while putting revenue ahead of user safety. The Department of Justice has separately alleged that child predators actively use the platform. Roblox markets itself to young children, which makes the gap between its target audience and its alleged safety

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Key Issues

  • • Child safety failures on a minor-targeted platform
  • • State consumer protection and child safety law violations
  • • Alleged prioritization of profit over user protection
  • • Exposure of minors to predatory conduct
  • • Potential federal involvement via the Department of Justice
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Two state attorneys general — Louisiana and Kentucky — have filed separate lawsuits against Roblox, alleging the platform knowingly exposes children to predators while putting revenue ahead of user safety. The Department of Justice has sepa
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Roblox safety concerns prompt complaints, lawsuits PORTLAND, Ore. (InvestigateTV) - Law enforcement officials across the country say the popular online gaming platform Roblox is dangerous for children, despite being targeted at young users. Attorneys general in Louisiana and Kentucky recently filed separate lawsuits against Roblox, alleging the platform isn’t doing enough to keep kids safe and is prioritizing profits over addressing dangers from alleged child predators. Department of Justice has

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Roblox safety concerns prompt complaints , lawsuits

Two state attorneys general — Louisiana and Kentucky — have filed separate lawsuits against Roblox, alleging the platform knowingly exposes children to predators while putting revenue ahead of user safety. The Department of Justice has separately alleged that child predators actively use the platform. Roblox markets itself to young children, which makes the gap between its target audience and its alleged safety failures the core of each case.

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Roblox safety concerns prompt complaints , lawsuits

Roblox safety concerns prompt complaints, lawsuits PORTLAND, Ore. (InvestigateTV) - Law enforcement officials across the country say the popular online gaming platform Roblox is dangerous for children, despite being targeted …

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