US groups urge investigation into child safety and spending on Roblox

Roblox said it had "clear policies" banning actual and simulated gambling, as well as rules governing paid random items.

Advocacy groups have filed a complaint with the FTC, alleging that Roblox's design features and marketing techniques are 'unfair and deceptive,' potentially exposing children to risks and pressuring them into spending money on the platform.

Two children's advocacy groups have requested the FTC to investigate Roblox for alleged 'unfair and deceptive' practices, including deceptive claims about platform safety and pressuring young users to spend money for in-game privileges.

Child advocacy organizations Fairplay and the National Center on Sexual Exploitation have filed a complaint against Roblox at the FTC, alleging that the platform's design exploits children through manipulative monetization and addictive features.

Advocacy groups Fairplay and the National Center on Sexual Exploitation are urging the FTC to investigate Roblox for allegedly coercing children into spending excessive amounts of money through its game mechanics and marketing strategies.

Two children's advocacy groups have called on the FTC to investigate Roblox for alleged 'unfair and deceptive' practices, including deceptive claims about platform safety and pressuring young users to spend money for in-game privileges.