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Florida and New Jersey officials are raising concerns about child safety on Roblox and Discord, focusing on potential online predators. Florida's Attorney General subpoenaed Roblox to investigate its marketing strategies and safety measures for young users. New Jersey officials are examining Discord's monitoring of interactions to protect minors from harmful conversations, potentially leading to stricter regulations.
- BE Staff ,
- ETBrandEquity
- Updated On Apr 21, 2025 at 01:03 PM IST
Officials in Florida and New Jersey are raising alarms regarding the safety of children using popular video game platforms, Roblox and Discord. The scrutiny comes amid growing concerns about how these apps protect young users from potential dangers, particularly interactions with online predators.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has taken significant action by issuing a subpoena to Roblox. This legal move aims to uncover details about the platform’s marketing strategies targeted toward children, as well as the measures it has in place to safeguard its young audience from harmful interactions. Uthmeier’s inquiry reflects a broader push by state officials to ensure that digital environments are safe for minors who are increasingly engaged in online gaming and socializing.
Roblox, a platform that allows users to create and play games designed by other users, has become a favorite among children and teenagers. However, the interactive nature of the platform raises concerns about potential exposure to inappropriate content and predatory behavior. Uthmeier's investigation seeks to clarify what policies Roblox has implemented to mitigate these risks and how effectively they are enforced.
In New Jersey, similar concerns are prompting officials to examine Discord, a messaging platform widely used by gamers for communication. The platform's open chat rooms and user-generated content have led to questions about how it monitors interactions and protects minors from harmful conversations.
As both states delve deeper into these investigations, they emphasize the importance of child safety in digital spaces. The outcome of these inquiries may lead to stricter regulations and increased accountability for companies involved in online gaming and communication. Parents and guardians are advised to remain vigilant and educate their children about safe online practices as these discussions unfold.
(With inputs from Reuters)
- By BE Staff ,
- ETBrandEquity
- Published On Apr 21, 2025 at 01:00 PM IST
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