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US Senate to investigate Roblox following claims it "prioritises revenue and engagement" over child safety

The US Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism has opened an investigation into Roblox, accusing the platform of putting revenue and engagement ahead of child safety. Senators are demanding records on abuse, bullying, and exploitation reports, with a deadline of August 31, 2026. The move adds fresh pressure on Roblox as legal and regulatory scrutiny keeps widening.

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US Senate to investigate Roblox following claims it "prioritises revenue and engagement" over child safety

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Roblox being investigated by U.S. Senate after reporting 65,381 instances of suspected child abuse in 2025

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