FTC urged to investigate Roblox for allegedly exposing kids to sex predators, misleading public about safety
Two online safety groups are calling for an investigation into Roblox, alleging that the platform exposes children to sexual predators and misleading safety claims. They claim that Roblox's chat features facilitate predation and that its design manipulates children into spending money. Roblox has disputed these claims, stating that it aims to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for users.
- ▪Fairplay and the National Center for Online Sexual Exploitation have urged the FTC to investigate Roblox.
- ▪The groups allege that Roblox's chat features allow for harmful adult contact with minors.
- ▪Roblox is accused of using addictive design features that manipulate children into spending money.
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Business FTC urged to investigate Roblox for allegedly exposing kids to sex predators, misleading public about safety By Thomas Barrabi Published May 20, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Two major online safety groups are urging the Federal Trade Commission to investigate Roblox – claiming that the wildly popular video game platform is allowing sex predators to “groom” kids, among other harmful alleged activities.
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