"Roblox, the popular online gaming platform, is the target of a lawsuit filed by Los Angeles County seeking an injunction and civil penalties for allegations of false advertising, engaging in unfair competition and allowing "the systemic sexual exploitation and abuse of children across the United States." The suit, which follows changes and additions Roblox has made to its platform, including adding mandatory age verification for some features, is part of a barrage of legal action against gaming and social media platforms and how they handle use by teens and young children. Los Angeles County is also the site of an ongoing trial involving Meta over social media addiction."
"Roblox responded to the allegations, telling CNET, "We strongly dispute the claims in this lawsuit and will defend against it vigorously. Roblox is built with safety at its core, and we continue to evolve and strengthen our protections every day." The company added that it has advanced safeguards to monitor content and communications. "Safety is a constant and consistent focus of our work," Roblox said. The company pointed to its Safety Center as a resource for parents."
"Los Angeles County counsel Dawyn R. Harrison, who filed the suit, said she is not impressed with Roblox's efforts on child safety. "This is not about a minor lapse in safety. It is about a company that gives pedophiles powerful tools to prey on innocent and unsuspecting children," Harrison alleged in a release on Friday. "The trauma that results is horrific, from grooming to exploitation to actual assault. This needs to stop." Roblox is one of the largest gaming platforms with about 151 million daily active users."
Los Angeles County filed a lawsuit against Roblox seeking an injunction and civil penalties for alleged false advertising, unfair competition, and allowing systemic sexual exploitation and abuse of children across the United States. The complaint follows platform changes including mandatory age verification for some features and joins wider legal scrutiny of gaming and social media firms. Roblox strongly disputes the claims, says safety is central, and cites advanced safeguards, monitoring of content and communications, and a Safety Center for parents. County counsel alleges Roblox provides tools that enable grooming, exploitation, and assault. Roblox reports about 151 million daily active users and very high engagement.
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