Researchers activate alarms on the dark side of this popular game between children (and is not Minecraft)
It is not the first time that Roblox is in the spotlight of the investigations. The platform has a long history of labor exploitation accusations and child abuse, a series of situations that The developers have tried to alleviate With concrete measures. However, a new Reality Reality research has concluded that the game involves risks to children.
“At first glance, Roblox presents a fun and childish visual panorama.” Describe the avatars made with blocks, the colorist scenarios and the different elements that make up its world. “In a short period of time, we have revealed something deeply disturbed. Despite the security options, adults and children can easily interact in the same virtual spaces“, Without any” age verification or separation. “
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Inadequate content for minors and adult interactions
The problem is that there is Inadequate content for minors and that it is easy for strangers to interact with them. Roblox herself has recognized it and said that she is working hard to seek a solution, but that she needs the intervention of public authorities.
Roblox develops his own experiences, but lusers can also generate propi contentOr, which allows the flourishing of content not recommended for the little ones.
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Experts have conducted an experiment and created fictitious accounts attributed to people of different age. Then, they have made them interact with each other and have discovered that despite the implementation of parental control tools, their effectiveness is questioned. Children of only 5 years can interact with adults while playing without limitations. And that despite the fact that Roblox limited the sending of direct messages to less than 13 years.
The investigation has also determined that minors can access experiences that are not suitable for their age. For example, a space in which avatars appeared urinating, choosing fetish accessories or performing suggestive and sexual positions.
While trying their avatars, experts heard conversations from other players about the voice chat in which they were heard verbalizing sexual activities, growling or making kisses.
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Current control and safety options are not enough
“The new security functionality announced by Roblox last week is not far enough,” said Damon de Ionno, director of Reality Reality. “Children can still chat with strangers who are not on the list of friends. With 6 million experiences (on the platform), usually with imprecise descriptions and grades, how can you expect parents to moderate? “
Matt Kaufman, from Roblox, has defended the steps they are taking: “Trust and security are in the center of everything we do. We continue to evolve our policies, technologies and moderation To protect our community, especially children. This includes investing in advanced security tools, as well as working closely with experts ”and providing control and resources tools to parents.”
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