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Roblox facing investigation by US FTC on child safety issues

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9 October 2026

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regulatory

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Gaming

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United States

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Fusion42 · 10 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

The US Federal Trade Commission is investigating Roblox for potentially allowing pedophiles to use its platform as a hunting ground for children and teens, focusing on child safety concerns.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Gaming.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

The FTC investigation shifts child safety from a background issue to immediate regulatory risk for you if you operate gaming platforms with minors. Now is the time to tighten moderation and compliance or face being cut out of the US market.

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1 source · 9 Oct 2026

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